Shea Emry - 2 x Grey Cup Champ / World Long Drive Championships - Ep #266

19/09/2025 59 min Temporada 1 Episodio 266
Shea Emry - 2 x Grey Cup Champ / World Long Drive Championships - Ep #266

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Episode Synopsis

Shea Emry shares his remarkable journey from being a two-time Grey Cup champion in the CFL to competing in World Long Drive Championships, hitting golf balls over 400 yards with a specialized 48-inch driver. His story demonstrates how elite athletes can successfully transition between sports, applying lessons from one competitive arena to another.• Former CFL linebacker who retired in 2015 and discovered long drive golf in 2022• Personal record of hitting a golf ball 429 yards using a driver with just 4.5 degrees loft• Qualified for World Long Drive Championships where competitors regularly hit drives over 400 yards• Applies mental preparation techniques from football to his golf game• Credits his multi-sport background for ability to transition between athletic disciplines• Emphasizes the importance of exposing children to multiple sports rather than early specialization• Runs a "professional snowball making" business, creating snowball fight experiences for events• Co-founded Sphere Guide, a platform connecting clients with specialized coaches• Maintains the same competitive mindset in golf as he did in football, paying attention to details without overthinkingSupport the show Check out our Website | Twitter | LinkedIn | Instagram | Tiktok | Spotify | Apple | Google | Youtube l Save 20% on Perfect Sports Supplements

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