What is the essence of COMPETITIVE PRACTICE? – Brent Dale #358

What is the essence of COMPETITIVE PRACTICE? – Brent Dale #358

Author: Karl Morris May 16, 2025 Duration: 57:58

Today on the show we are joined with one of the top PGA coaches in Australia and a good friend of the show Brent Dale

Brent is a deep thinker about the game who has his own fantastic podcast called 'Your Golf Performance' with a host of wonderful guests

We dive deep into setting up competitive environments to give players the very best chance of making progress with their game.

How a competitive environment in practice can foster a real desire to make the best of your game.

  • The 70ft Drill to determine your putting capabilities
  • Proximity drills
  • Par 18 and why it is so important
  • 22 or BUST
  • Creating the EMOTIONS of actual competitive golf
  • Finding a way to score when you are less than your best
  • Developing the SKILLS of acceptance
  • What is TRUE acceptance?
  • Dealing with the inevitable rollercoaster of not just GOLF but LIFE itself
  • The problems with 'instant gratification' on social media
  • Having a group of individuals you can grow and learn from
  • What are the 'non negotiables' in golf?
  • The importance of delivery on the downswing
  • A natural throwing motion
  • Being prepared to find the 'one thing' that makes a difference to your playing or coaching.

A really great conversation with a superb coach who is still willing to invest in his own learning and development

To find out more about Brent Dale listen to his great podcast

'Your Golf Performance'

Website - Www.yourgolfperformance.com 

Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/brentdalegolf?igsh=dzJuYXZzczZzMmU3&utm_source=qr

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Karl Morris has spent years working as a performance coach with some of the best golfers in Europe, and in Mind Caddie-Improve Your Mental Golf Game, he shares that expertise directly with you. This isn't just about swing thoughts or technical fixes; it's a deep, practical exploration of the psychology that dictates performance on the course. The conversation moves beyond simple positive thinking to address the real challenges players face: handling frustration after a bad hole, maintaining focus over eighteen holes, and building a resilient confidence that doesn't vanish under tournament pressure. Each episode feels like a personal session, breaking down the mental frameworks used by tour professionals into actionable strategies for any committed player. You'll hear discussions on managing expectations, creating effective pre-shot routines, and understanding how your brain can be your greatest asset or your biggest obstacle. The aim is to provide the tools that help you access your best game more often, turning those range sessions into reliable performance when it truly counts. Tune into this podcast for honest, nuanced talks that get to the heart of why we play the way we do, offering a distinct advantage that has nothing to do with new equipment and everything to do with the space between your ears.
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