Eric Eshleman on Lowering Scores by a "Performance Over Perfection" mindset

Eric Eshleman on Lowering Scores by a "Performance Over Perfection" mindset

Author: Mark Immelman September 23, 2024 Duration: 48:09

Based at The Country Club of Birmingham (Alabama), Eric Eshleman is one of the foremost teachers in golf.  He has been a PGA (Professional Golf Association of America) member since 1997 and his reputation and success as an instructor earned him recognition as the 2019 Golf Professional of the Year.

He joins #OntheMark to share insights from his work with elite players at the NCAA Division I College level, as well as the lifelong lessons he taught PGA TOUR winner, Davis Thompson - lessons that helped guide Thompson to his first victory on the PGA TOUR in the 2024 John Deere Classic.

Eshleman stresses performance over perfection in the quest for lower scores.  As he teaches about this approach he discusses various elements involved in playing golf well:

  • Removing Emotion from Results
  • Disregarding Rankings in the Quest for Improvement
  • Switching on your "Awareness Switch" as the Pressure Heightens
  • Getting off to Solid Starts
  • Pre-Shot Routines with an Emphasis on Feel
  • Shaping Your Swing to the Shot Requirements
  • Acute Awareness of Personal Tendencies
  • Fundamentals and their Importance, and
  • The Beauty of Simplicity

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Mark Immelman brings a rare perspective to the On the Mark Golf Podcast, shaped by his own journey from college coach to broadcaster and instructor. Here, conversations go far beyond simple swing tips. Each episode feels like a deep dive into the ecosystem of elite golf, facilitated by Immelman’s genuine curiosity and deep knowledge. You’ll hear PGA TOUR players unpack the specific decisions behind crucial shots, while swing coaches break down the mechanics in accessible language. But the discussion doesn’t stop there. Caddies share their strategic roles, fitness experts explain the foundations of power, and mental coaches offer tools for the psychological game. This podcast, presented by the PGA TOUR, provides a comprehensive look at what it truly takes to excel, from equipment nuances to the unspoken pressures of competition. It’s that blend of technical insight and personal storytelling, gathered from the very best minds in the sport, that can genuinely change how you think about and play the game. Whether you're a seasoned player or a dedicated fan, these conversations offer a unique, inside-the-ropes education you won’t find anywhere else.
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