In my opinion, the most under appreciated aspect of golf is the mental game. The average player, and even a lot of good players, don’t adequately appreciate how much their mindset dictates how they will play. With that in mind, I offer this quick thought:
People like certainty, especially when it comes to experts. It’s reassuring. But I don’t think it’s always a good thing in a golf instructor. Here’s why:
I had the privilege of teaching at the Ryder Cup this on Saturday, giving 10 minute lessons to anyone who wanted one. I got the chance to work with a lot of people, see a lot of golf swings, and, hopefully, make a few people a little bit better. I also left with a lot of food for thought. Here’s a short list:
