I wonder what playing our best golf really means? We all have our best score and likely can recount each stroke. However, is that really our best golf? If we only look at the score, then yes it is! However, I have shot scores that were four or 5 over par that would rival my lowest score! Grinding out a decent score through consistent focused golf is also considered to be our best golf. How many rounds have we played where we smoothly shot a very decent score and yet was the best golf we could play on that day! Do you see where I am going?
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Making the Perfect Golf Shot: Think – Feel – Play
Every golf shot requires mental and physical effort to execute. The ability to follow proved steps of success in order to shot lower golf scores takes a process that is simple and easy to replicate. Rick Shiels explains the simple three step process that will work for everyone. I use this process most of the time with great results. If you do not have a consistent pre-shot routine, I suggest to give a listen to what Shiels has to say.
Continue readingWaiting For Your Golf Shot
Golf is a game that should be played a comfortable pace. For many players, 4 hours seems appropriate for 18 holes. This is not a set rule or anything (at least at most courses) however, there are many times we find ourselves press up behind the group in front…..waiting. The delay our game can have many different affects to the outcome. Many players start letting their mind wander or focus on the frustration of having to wait. Over the years, I have encountered both and neither produce the results I wanted at the end of the round. Waiting can be challenge, however it is part of the game that all players must learn to turn to their advantage. Great advice, right? But how do we do this?
Continue readingThe Fundamentals Of Any Golf Swing
Talking about the fundamentals of a golf swing is something that should never stop. I have produced many articles on this topic and yet, I still find something new each time I delve deeper into the swing details. Well, today is not different. Rick Shiels has produced another video that will help all levels of golfers improve our game. It is simple to understand and offers a foundation for our swing moving forward. I know it is helping me already.
Continue readingPreparing for a Stroke Play Tournament
Stroke play tournaments are a different beast. One slip and your score can climb higher than expected. It is evitable that situations will arise that cause consternation, but how we respond will determine our successes. I played many stroke tournaments in the past with mixed results. I won a bunch and failed to perform in others; regardless, as my experience grew playing in stroke play events so did my preparation. It is not a difficult process, but a proven method that works for my game.
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The Grateful Golfer 