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Article: The golf swing, learn to trust it.(GOLF)
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- Coach and Athletic Director
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- September 1, 2005
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Why do most golfers perform better at the driving range than on the golf course? How can a golfer hit beautiful shots while practicing, then take their game to the course and fail to do anything right?
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We can offer several reasons for this paradox. First, there is no pressure to make a shot while practicing. Since your mis-hits don't count, you'll be able to take another swing without any consequences.
When playing on the course, however, the element of pressure will increase with each mis-hit.
Secondly, the scenery remains the same while practicing, since you're hitting from the same spot every time, regardless ...