EP 49: Choosing the Right Golf Ball + The Wildest Golf Lesson Eric Ever Taught!
- Author
- Eric Layton
- Published
- Fri 15 Aug 2025
- Episode Link
- None
Episode Description:
In this episode of The Golf Intervention, we dive deep into one of the most overlooked parts of your game—the golf ball. From price and performance to the all-important “feel,” we break down how to match the right ball to your skill level—whether you’re a Level 1 beginner, a Level 2 developing player, or a Level 3 advanced golfer. You’ll leave knowing exactly what’s worth your money, what actually improves your scoring potential, and how to avoid getting swayed by marketing hype.
Then, stick around for a story you won’t forget—the wildest golf lesson I’ve ever given. There is a huge take away which will help your performance!
What You’ll Learn in This Episode:
- Why your golf ball matters more than you think
- Should you play the same ball all the time?
- Price: How to balance budget with benefits
- Performance: How spin, distance, and control vary between balls
- Feel: Why matching the ball’s feel to your skill level (1, 2, or 3) can improve your game
- How technology and data can guide you to the perfect match
- The most outrageous (and educational) lesson I’ve ever taught
Helpful Resources & Tools Mentioned in This Episode:
- Subscribe to The Golf Intervention Substack for bonus content, behind-the-scenes thoughts, and to support the show:
https://thegolfintervention.substack.com/ - PING Co-Pilot – The digital fitting toolbox by PING, designed to elevate your fitting experience: https://pingcopilot.com/
- Titleist Golf Ball Selector Tool – A free, interactive tool from Titleist that recommends the best ball for your game: https://www.titleist.com/golf-ball-fitting-tool?
