These 5 Mistakes Are Why You Keep Making Double Bogeys

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Are double bogeys killing your scorecard? You’re not alone.
In this video, I’ll show you the 5 biggest reasons golfers make double bogeys—and exactly how to avoid them.

Using real data from millions of golf shots in the Arccos database, we’ll break down the key mistakes (like poor tee shot strategy, three-putts, and bad recovery decisions) that lead to big numbers—and how to fix them with smarter course management and mindset.

This isn’t about swing changes or chasing birdies.
It’s about winning the war on double bogeys—and shooting lower scores without overhauling your game.

⛳️ In this video, you’ll learn:
• Why your tee shots are killing your round
• The hidden danger of short-siding yourself
• How to recover smarter from trouble
• Why getting cute around the greens backfires
• The #1 habit that helps golfers stop blowing up after bad holes

Timestamps:

0:00 Introduction
0:58 Causes of Doubles
2:02 Tee Shot Strategy
5:48 Stop Chasing Pins
7:36 Don't Be An Idiot!
10:05 Not Getting Cute
12:27 Don't Give Up

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My name is Jon Sherman 👋. I'm a best-selling author, PGA Tour coach, and a golfer just like you. I aim to help golfers of all levels lower their scores and enjoy the game more, but without talking about the golf swing. I focus on four topics - expectation management, strategy, practice, and the mental game. I'll share some of my best advice on this channel in an easy-to-understand, actionable format.