As part of being our new teaching professional here at Shadow Hills, Pat Fitzsimons will be writing regular essays and posts about ways to improve, his teaching methods, and general golf items of interest to make golf more fun.

“Attitude Builds Confidence and Better Scores!”
by Pat Fitzsimons – PGA Professional

An often heard sentiment surrounding golf is “Why can’t I take it from the range to the course?”.  I hope to offer some insight into this situation.

You sometimes find yourself having a wonderful session on the driving range, hitting shots with solid contact and pleasing flight.  You dream of splicing them into the round you are about to play.  Seems you can’t miss.  No matter what club you bring out, the ball goes where you want it to, and the excitement and expectation for a good day on the course is growing.  You head to the putting green and roll a few into the hole from five feet and lag some long ones close.  All bases covered!  Let’s see now….what is my best score ever?

Today is the day.
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