30 Years of Scoring Secrets (Stop Making These Mistakes)

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📉 30 Years of Golf Scoring Secrets (No Swing Changes)

After playing golf for over 30 years, I’ve learned one hard truth: most golfers don’t struggle because of their swing — they struggle because of poor decisions, rushed practice, and unrealistic expectations.

In this video, I’m sharing the most important scoring lessons it took me decades to learn, so you don’t have to waste the same amount of time. These are practical, proven ideas that help you lower your scores by reducing double bogeys, making smarter decisions, and practicing in a way that actually transfers to the golf course — all without changing your swing.

This is not a list of random tips. It’s a framework for scoring better golf.

⛳ What you’ll learn in this video:
• How to practice on the range so it actually translates to the course
• Why most golfers aim at the wrong targets (and how to fix it)
• How to make smarter decisions off the tee and into greens
• Why reducing double bogeys matters more than making birdies
• How to manage pressure on the first tee and during big scoring moments
• The simplest way to improve putting without grinding on technique
• Why GPS yardages beat rangefinders for most golfers
• How to play smarter from trouble and avoid blow-up holes
• Why “boring golf” usually leads to lower scores
• The three pieces of feedback every golfer should use after every shot

If you’re a golfer who wants to score better without chasing swing tips, this video will help you think about the game differently — and more importantly, play it more effectively.

Timestamps
0:00 Intro
0:24 Driving Range Basket
1:42 Aim Away From Trouble
3:19 Pay Attention to Pressure
4:39 Long Iron Training
5:45 Holzkern Offer
7:02 GPS over Rangefinder
8:58 Clear Intentions Before You Play
9:54 Speed Control
11:59 Be Selective Who You Listen To
13:09 Personal Alignment System
14:41 Practice the Opposite of Your Fault
15:52 Plan Tee Shots
16:47 Take Lessons
18:10 Breathing Techniques
19:31 Randomize Targets
20:24 Review Your Rounds
21:44 Punch Shots
23:24 Be Kind to Yourself
24:17 Learn a Green Reading System
25:40 Max Intent Drivers
26:33 Prioritize Your Driver
28:24 Mobility Routine
29:10 Be Grateful!
29:50 Simple Wedge Decisions
31:19 Stats With Intent
32:20 The Big 3!

Who am I?

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.

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