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Ep. 5 Course Management Breakdown: Connected Instructor and STA Golf Team

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Summary

In this episode, Landon discusses course management for a high school golf team playing in a tournament. He introduces the shot pattern app, which helps identify dispersions of golf shots. Landon goes hole by hole, discussing the best strategies and targets for each hole. He emphasizes the importance of having a positive attitude and committing to a game plan. The team also discusses the challenges of certain holes and offers tips for navigating them. The conversation focused on discussing strategies and intentions for an upcoming golf tournament. The participants shared tips and advice for specific holes on the course, emphasizing the importance of staying calm, confident, and committed to the game plan. They discussed the challenges of certain holes, such as avoiding bunkers and water hazards. The key takeaways include staying consistent, focusing on the present moment, accepting the past, and not letting uncontrollable factors affect performance. The participants also discussed the importance of aiming for the middle of the greens and avoiding being short. Overall, the conversation aimed to prepare the participants mentally and physically for the tournament.


Takeaways


  • Using the shot pattern app can help identify dispersions of golf shots
  • Having a positive attitude and committing to a game plan are key
  • Consider wind and adjust target accordingly
  • Laying up can be a strategic choice on certain holes
  • Accepting good or bad results can improve performance
  • Knowing the course and its challenges is important for making informed decisions
  • Communication and teamwork are crucial for success Stay consistent and focused on the game plan
  • Maintain a calm and confident mindset
  • Focus on the present moment and accept the past
  • Aim for the middle of the greens and avoid being short

    • Chapters


    • 00:00 Introduction and Course Management Overview
    • 02:46 Analyzing the First Hole
    • 05:40 Analyzing the Second Hole
    • 07:48 Analyzing the Third Hole
    • 09:34 Strategic Approach Shots and Adjusting for Wind
    • 12:11 Laying Up vs. Going for the Green
    • 15:58 Setting Physical, Mental, and Emotional Goals
    • 18:14 Analyzing the Tenth Hole
    • 20:08 Analyzing the Eleventh Hole
    • 22:41 Analyzing the Twelfth Hole
    • 25:54 Analyzing the Thirteenth Hole
    • 31:51 Analyzing the Tenth Hole (Continued)
    • 35:09 Analyzing the Eleventh Hole (Continued)
    • 35:42 Strategies and Tips for Specific Holes
    • 36:15 Maintaining a Calm and Confident Mindset
    • 37:22 Committing to the Game Plan
    • 43:33 Aiming for Specific Areas of the Green
    • 48:16 Accepting the Past and Focusing on the Present
    • 49:04 The Importance of Mental Focus
    • 58:28 All White Attire for the Tournament



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