Kyle kicks off the episode by setting the stage for golfers looking to break 80, comparing it to his previous works like the Golf Digest series with Mark Brody. The purpose of today’s discussion is to pinpoint the essential components that impact your scoring, specifically focusing on three main areas.
The Big Questions:
- Distance – Hit it Over 250 Yards:
- Correlation with Lower Scores
- : According to stats from experts like Mark Brody, there is a significant correlation between driving distances over 250 yards and breaking 80.
- Measuring Course Distance
- : To play a suitable course, Kyle suggests using a formula – multiply your 5 iron distance by 36. This helps in choosing a challenging yet enjoyable course distance.
- Mechanics of Distance
- : Kyle outlines the factors influencing speed: length of hand path, hand speed, and pressure into the lead foot, which collectively contribute to greater driving distances.
- Improve Approach Proficiency – Proximity to the Hole:
- Importance of Ball Striking
- : Kyle highlights the significance of being a proficient ball striker, just like Scottie Scheffler, who leads in ball striking on the PGA Tour.
- Proximity Statistics
- : The episode dives into proximity stats: golfers breaking 80 average 42 feet from the hole when hitting greens, compared to 56 feet for golfers shooting in the 90s and 32 feet for scratch golfers.
- Tracking Accuracy
- : Emphasizing the need for precise tracking, Kyle recommends using advanced stat tracking programs like CLIPPD to measure and improve your proximity to the hole.
- Increase One Putts:
- One Putts Metrics
- : On average, golfers breaking 80 achieve around 5.6 one putts per round. One putting more frequently is crucial, with a goal of achieving six or more one putts per round.
- Putting Dynamics
- : Kyle discusses reducing face rotation in your putter to improve accuracy, noting that tour players maintain much lower face rotation compared to amateurs.
Practice and Application:
Kyle stresses the importance of practicing the right aspects of your game. By understanding and focusing on these KPIs, players can practice more effectively, making the most out of limited practice time.
Utilizing Performance Programs:
Kyle offers insights into various performance programs that can help diagnose and improve these KPIs. Tools like the Stock Shot Club allow golfers to get personalized feedback and tailored programs to address specific weaknesses in their game.
Conclusion:
To wrap up, Kyle recaps the main points: hitting drives over 250 yards, improving approach proximity under 40 feet, and achieving more than 6 one putts per round. He emphasizes that by focusing on these areas, golfers can significantly improve their chances of breaking 80.
Kyle signs off by inviting listeners to tune into the next episode, where he will discuss the KPIs needed to break 70—a target for more elite golfers. Additionally, Kyle promotes Stock Shot Club, offering a free trial for listeners to get personalized coaching and start building their stock shots immediately.
Key Takeaways:
- Understanding and utilizing KPIs is crucial for breaking 80.
- Focus on three main areas: distance, proximity, and one putting.
- Effective practice and tracking tools can significantly elevate your game.
- Personalized coaching and feedback can help tailor your practice sessions and address weaknesses.
For those passionate about improving their golf game and consistently achieving lower scores,...
