Stay patient. Calm. Ready for your chance.
The biggest take-a-way I had from my 3-under par win at the J.W. Parks weekend tournament is staying focused to have your bad holes result in pars… not bogeys or doubles with a silly missed putt, or unfocused stroke.
Here’s what I mean:
Managing your disappointment—paring a short par-4 (like #6) can feel very disappointing — but is quickly remedied by having luck turn your way on the very next hole—and being ready to take advantage of that break— rather than wallowing in frustration.
You could also be the only person to birdie that hole. And isn’t that worth more? (see #7, got a skin for that one.)
For future use….
Two additional learnings:
- Alway stick to your routine. Always.
Doesn’t matter the weather, how short the putt is, or if it’s the “easiest” shot of the day.
Stay committed or you could miss a 2 foot putt at the drop of a hat.
(Check out the video below if you want to know why)
- Just hitting the green in regulation solves for more than most.
2, 7, 9, 15, and 18 are proof of that.
Stress free pars are gold.
Giving yourself a birdie look means they might just fall in.
Future Luke, take that into consideration during your next round.