I’ve been teaching this game of golf for a long time. Here are a few lessons I’ve learned from three of my favorite golf greats.
Put in the Work:
Lexi Thompson, 28-year-old LPGA Star, is the 7th lady to play in a PGA Tour Tournament. She puts in the work, even on her days off: breakfast, an hour of exercise, then 18 holes. Practice on skills needing attention. Lunch, an hour of putting practice, gym work, 18 holes of golf. This WORK regime lets her hit the ball as far as some PGA players.
See your Success:
Scottie Sheffler, the current number-one player in the world, says he doesn’t think about mechanics. He sees the ball do what he wants. Picturing the result, and visualizing the ball flight creates a feeling in his body that he trusts to tell his muscles what to do. “SEE it, feel it, trust it” is the phrase caddies often use as the player is preparing for the shot.
Strategize your Win:
Jon Rahm is a Spanish pro-golfer who has been number one in the world and is always close to the top. He is 6’2″ and strong. The Spanish Golf Federation sent him to the USA to develop his talents. Phil Mickelson predicted his success. But Jon played like the bull charging the matadors red cape and would get frustrated and tire out. He had to learn to strategize his play and control his energy and emotions. Now, he’s the matador using STRATEGY to approach his golf game and win.
At Palmetto Dunes Golf Academy we want to help you develop and win. Our award-winning staff has over 200 years of coaching experience, using new and old trends to help our golfers, both beginners and advanced. From improving your love and knowledge of the game to building self-confidence and competence, let the instructors at Palmetto Dunes Golf Academy work with you!
By Doug Weaver, Director of Instruction, Palmetto Dunes Golf Academy
North Carolina and South Carolina PGA Teacher of the Year, Doug Weaver is the Director of Instruction at the Palmetto Dunes Golf Academy. He conducts “Where Does the Power Come From?” a free interactive clinic and demonstration every Monday from 4-5 p.m. at the Robert Trent Jones Golf Course. Volunteer for a free lesson and some will win prizes! Call (866) 455-6890 or go to www.palmettodunes.com for more information.
