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Published Sep 27, 2018

Ep 15: The Decisions

Mike Shade and Eli Strait delve into the strategic intricacies of golf course management, sharing their experiences, breakthroughs, and emotional challenges as they aim to become scratch golfers while overcoming intense mental and personal hurdles.
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  • Course Management

    and explore the intricacies of course management, emphasizing the importance of strategic decisions in golf. Mike shares his insights on choosing the right tees and clubs, noting that familiarity with the course can significantly impact performance. He explains, "I know the exact place to put it, to clear the dogleg, to hit the ridge going down, and I've got 80 yards in" 1. Eli agrees, highlighting the balance between aggressive play and strategic caution, which can influence handicap outcomes 2.

       

    Decision Making

    Decision-making is crucial in golf, as Mike and Eli discuss the impact of choosing between aggressive and safe play. With limited time to achieve their goal of becoming scratch golfers, every decision is amplified. Mike reflects, "The decisions we make in this stretch will define our final handicap number, and every decision at this stage matters" 3. Eli's experience underscores the importance of preparation, as he learns the hard way that skipping warm-ups can lead to regrettable outcomes 4.

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