I just sit down with somebody and see where they’re at – you get some sense of them and they get some sense of you, and together you collaborate.” – Dr. Brian Hemmings
Dr. Brian Hemmings has been one of the most influential figures in English golf for the past two decades. For 16 years between 1997 and 2013, he was the lead psychologist to the England golf team, working with names such as Danny Willett, Chris Wood, and Ross Fisher. His work also extends well past the professional realm, as he has played a major role in shaping the careers of elite talent at the youth and junior levels.
Dr. Hemmings has a PhD in sports psychology, which he gained from the University of Southampton in 1998. He has released three books and a CD, and presented ‘Masterclasses in Golf Psychology’ in over 10 different countries around the world. Brian is also trained in hypnosis and bereavement counseling, and boasts a Fellowship awarded by the British Association of Sport and Exercise Sciences in 2010.
Brian’s experience in elite level sport is not limited to golf – he has worked with professional cricketers, Olympic medallists, and Formula 1 podium winners. Today, he works predominantly in golf consultancy, though he is still involved in cricket at the professional level.
In this episode, Brian discusses the five qualities commonly shared by the upper echelon of golfers. He also discusses the strategies he employs with his clients, as well as discussing the influence of faith on his life.
