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Kevin18 Well Established Member

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Hello,

I love golf and I will be a sophomore this year. I will almost already guarrentee myself a spot on the normal JV team, but I want to get on varsity. Oh and that 20 handicap is from last year. I completely revamped my swing and got almost all new clubs that fit me better. I believe I could be a 10-15 handicap which is almost good enough already to get on varsity, but I want to get better. Any tips?  Any little things that you noticed help take shots off? By the way, chipping is my strong part. I can get it within 2 feet almost everytime. I almost chipin (on edge of cup) 2 times every 9 holes so I think Im okay there.
Thanks so much and may god bless you all! ^_^

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Shorty Super Member

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Originally Posted by Kevin18

I almost chipin (on edge of cup) 2 times every 9 holes so I think Im okay there.

I would suggest that you concentrate on actual scores rather than predicting what your handicap might be.

Understand that if you are 3 over par after 7 holes and have  doubles on the last two holes you have shot 7 over for the 9, not that you were close to par. Putt out all the time and focus on the shot at hand.

I would guess that you have to qualify for the team by playing and scoring, so work on course management and trying to eliminate the big scores.

And as far as chipping goes.......come on.............

An honest understanding of your strengths and weaknesses is a very important part of improving your game.

Good luck!

In the race of life, always back self-interest. At least you know it's trying.

 

 


Kevin18 Well Established Member

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Haha thanks! And as for chipping: That part is completely true. The only problem? I barely have to chip cause I have to either pitch or putt so its hard to gauge when but when the time comes Im good.

In My Bag..

 

Driver: Taylormade Superfast 9.5* Stiff Shaft
3 Wood: Taylormade Burner 2009 15* Stiff GraphiteShaft
5 Wood: Powerbilt Oversized 21* Stiff Steel Shaft
3-PW Irons: Cleveland 588 Forged MB Irons with Stiff Shaft
SW: Titleist Vokey Spin Milled 2009 56* wedge with 14* of bounce, Stiff Steel Shaft

LW: N/A yet
Putter: Taylormade Monte Carlo 7 -34" with Superstroke 3.0 Slim grip
Ball: Titleist NXT Tour


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As far as making varsity I would add, have a great attitude.  The words yes coach should be the first ones to come to your lips.

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Mr3Wiggle Great Member

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I think intimidation is key.  Perhaps on the first tee, tear a phone book in half or inflate a hot water bottle with your mouth until it explodes.  After such a display I would imagine the rest of the guys trying out would top their tee shots.

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VoidOfEnigmas Well Established Member

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I have a few tips for you that can help. Learn to not count up your score until you're done, during tryouts if your score is in your head, your ball will be in the trees. Practice your putting, almost half your shots each round are around the green, so half your practice should be around the green. A lot of younger players only want to go to the range and hit driver. When playing on the driving range and your hitting at a target try to a hit a fade to it, a draw to it, a straight shot, a knock down. Best way to warm yourself up and get ready for any shot you have to make on the course. Spend atleast 45 minutes a day on your short game and I promise you, you will cut 5 shots off your game by the end of next month.

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pixel5 Well Established Member

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Originally Posted by Mr3Wiggle

I think intimidation is key.  Perhaps on the first tee, tear a phone book in half or inflate a hot water bottle with your mouth until it explodes.  After such a display I would imagine the rest of the guys trying out would top their tee shots.

+1. Worked for me my freshman year. Made #2 slot varsity that way.

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+1. Worked for me my freshman year. Made #2 slot varsity that way.

It's pretty much my go to move when the wife and I are playing a Sunday "Guys and Dolls" match.

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Shorty Super Member

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Originally Posted by Kevin18

Haha thanks! And as for chipping: That part is completely true. The only problem? I barely have to chip cause I have to either pitch or putt so its hard to gauge when but when the time comes Im good.

Do you think Phil Mickelson says he "nearly chips in twice every 9"? Or Tiger?

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Originally Posted by Kevin18

Haha thanks! And as for chipping: That part is completely true. The only problem? I barely have to chip cause I have to either pitch or putt so its hard to gauge when but when the time comes Im good.

Do you think Phil Mickelson says he "nearly chips in twice every 9"? Or Tiger?

Are Phil and Tiger trying out for varsity too? Good luck, dude!!

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VoidOfEnigmas Well Established Member

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Originally Posted by sean_miller

Are Phil and Tiger trying out for varsity too? Good luck, dude!!


trying to play like a pro can only help him, to only aspire to get to varsity golf is not enough.


Kevin18 Well Established Member

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Thanks to all you guys. I'm so thankful I am able to ask suck good golfers like yourselves!

In My Bag..

 

Driver: Taylormade Superfast 9.5* Stiff Shaft
3 Wood: Taylormade Burner 2009 15* Stiff GraphiteShaft
5 Wood: Powerbilt Oversized 21* Stiff Steel Shaft
3-PW Irons: Cleveland 588 Forged MB Irons with Stiff Shaft
SW: Titleist Vokey Spin Milled 2009 56* wedge with 14* of bounce, Stiff Steel Shaft

LW: N/A yet
Putter: Taylormade Monte Carlo 7 -34" with Superstroke 3.0 Slim grip
Ball: Titleist NXT Tour


Kevin18 Well Established Member

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oops I mean such haha my mistake xD

In My Bag..

 

Driver: Taylormade Superfast 9.5* Stiff Shaft
3 Wood: Taylormade Burner 2009 15* Stiff GraphiteShaft
5 Wood: Powerbilt Oversized 21* Stiff Steel Shaft
3-PW Irons: Cleveland 588 Forged MB Irons with Stiff Shaft
SW: Titleist Vokey Spin Milled 2009 56* wedge with 14* of bounce, Stiff Steel Shaft

LW: N/A yet
Putter: Taylormade Monte Carlo 7 -34" with Superstroke 3.0 Slim grip
Ball: Titleist NXT Tour


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As a four-year Varsity player, with three years at number one, the less seriously I took myself at practice and matches, the better I played.


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Are Phil and Tiger trying out for varsity too? Good luck, dude!!

trying to play like a pro can only help him, to only aspire to get to varsity golf is not enough.

So he should not suggest his chipping is really good because Tiger and Phil would never do that, right?

Mizuno MP600 driver, Cleveland '09 Launcher 3-wood, Callaway FTiz 18 degree hybrid, Cleveland TA1 3-9, Scratch SS8620 47, 53, 58, Cleveland Classic 2 mid-mallet, Bridgestone B330S, Sun Mountain four5.


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