Break 80 or I SHAVE My Beard! (AMERICA’S VERY HARD COURSE)

Break 80 or I SHAVE My Beard! (AMERICA’S VERY HARD COURSE)

Rick Shiels takes on Trump National Virginia, a notoriously brutal LIV Golf venue where the course record is just 66. The stakes? If Rick doesn’t break 80, he’s shaving his beard. Live. On camera. No second chances.

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👋 WELCOME — I’M RICK SHIELS

This channel is all about helping you play better golf and enjoy the game more.
I make videos for every type of golfer — beginners, weekend players, improving golfers and low handicaps chasing new personal bests.

Here’s what you’ll find on the channel:

⭐ GOLF COACHING & LESSONS

I share simple, practical and proven golf instruction designed to help you:

• Fix your slice
• Fix your hook
• Hit your driver longer and straighter
• Improve your iron strike
• Add height, control and distance
• Learn how to draw and fade the golf ball
• Improve ball position, alignment and setup
• Build a repeatable, consistent golf swing
• Increase clubhead speed
• Improve swing path and club face control

You’ll also find full swing analysis, beginner advice, drills you can try at the range, and tips for getting better at golf quickly.

⭐ SHORT GAME & PUTTING

Lower your scores with short-game tips that help you:

• Stop duffing and thinning chips
• Improve contact and distance control
• Pitch closer to the hole
• Create more backspin
• Build confidence around the greens
• Read putts better
• Improve pace control and holing-out percentages

Short game is where most golfers drop shots — so I make sure you have everything you need to get better fast.

⭐ GOLF EQUIPMENT REVIEWS (H.I.T)

I test the latest:

• Drivers
• Irons
• Putters
• Wedges
• Golf balls
• Launch monitors
• Golf gadgets
• Budget vs premium clubs

All reviews are completely honest and independent. I use Trackman and GCQuad to give you accurate numbers you can trust.

If you’re trying to find the best golf driver, best irons, most forgiving clubs or value golf equipment — you’re in the right place.

⭐ BREAK 75 & GOLF ENTERTAINMENT

Break 75 has become one of YouTube’s biggest golf series.
You’ll see:

• Full 18-hole course vlogs
• Course management strategies
• Matches against tour players and creators
• Pressure moments, birdie runs and disaster holes
• Some of the world’s best golf courses
• Real, relatable golf

I also play matches and challenges with some of the biggest names in golf, including:

• Bryson DeChambeau
• Peter Finch
• Good Good
• GM Golf
• Bob Does Sports
• BustaJack
• Grant Horvat
• Me and My Golf
• Danny Maude

These help bring you the most entertaining and competitive golf content possible.

⭐ TRAVEL, COURSE VLOGS & LIV CONTENT

I film at some of the most incredible golf destinations around the world, including LIV tournament venues.
Expect:

• Amazing golf courses
• Behind-the-scenes access
• Player interactions
• Travel insights
• Bucket-list destinations
• Worldwide golf adventures

⭐ THE GOAL

To make golf more fun, more accessible and help you become a better, more confident, happier golfer — whether you’re breaking 100 or trying to break par.