About Brendon Elliott
Brendon Elliott is a PGA Professional with nearly 30 years of industry experience, Senior Golf Writer for Athlon Sports, and contributor to leading golf media including PGA.com and MyGolfSpy. He is a nationally recognized coach and recipient of the PGA of America National Youth Player Development Award.
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Episode 20 - Water Hazard Mathematics: The Risk-Reward Calculator Every Golfer NeedsGolfers can make better decisions around water hazards by using simple probability and expected score thinking instead of relying on instinct or confidence.
Apr 9, 2026
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EngineeringEpisode 19 - Magnetic Innovation: The Engineering Behind 126 Newtons of HoldThe GeneSonic Pro uses a 126 Newton magnetic hold to stay securely in place, even on rough terrain, making it reliable for golfers. PGA Coach Brendon R. Elliott highlights its durability and ease of use, with features like a detachable GPS and speaker. The key takeaway is that the Quad-MagLock system provides trust and convenience, allowing golfers to focus on their game without worrying about their gear.
Apr 8, 2026
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TacticsEpisode 18 - The Approach Angle Advantage: Why Direction Matters as Much as DistanceIn golf, both approach angles and distance are crucial. Many golfers focus too much on yardage and overlook the strategic importance of the approach angle. In reality, the angle often has a bigger impact on the outcome of a shot. Different approach angles can affect the size of the target, bring more hazards into play, or provide more room for error.
Apr 3, 2026
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LifestyleEpisode 17 - The 19th-Hole Revolution: Why Your Golf Speaker Shouldn’t Stay in Your BagThe GeneSonic Pro isn’t just a golf GPS speaker — it’s a versatile device built for life beyond the course. From on-course yardage and music to patios, pool days, and post-round gatherings, it proves that smarter golf gear should stay useful long after the round ends.
Apr 1, 2026
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PhysicsEpisode 16 - Elevation Changes and Why Your Eyes Deceive You on Uphill and Downhill ShotsWhy elevation changes trick your eyes and cost you shots—learn how uphill and downhill lies affect distance, decision-making, and smarter club selection on the course.
Mar 30, 2026
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HardwareEpisode 15 - Cart-Mounted vs. Handheld: The Strategic Benefit of Detachable GPSA quick guide to using detachable GPS, showing how switching between mounted and handheld modes helps golfers balance speed and precision for smarter decisions.
Mar 25, 2026