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    Mind-game: Golf shape by Brech Spradley – On The Links Magazine (OTL)

    July 19th, 2019 | Brech's Blog, Golf Tips | BCGA | Comments Off on Mind-game: Golf shape by Brech Spradley – On The Links Magazine (OTL)

    In the modern-day era, Tiger Woods showed the golf world that the game should be considered much more of an athletic sport.  His dominance on the course with his length, shot-making ability and mental toughness has been jaw dropping at times.  Now, the golfing masses can envision the future of the game loud and clear […]

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    Playing with Confidence – By Brech Spradley – On The Links Magazine (OTL)

    May 19th, 2019 | Brech's Blog, Golf Tips | BCGA | Comments Off on Playing with Confidence – By Brech Spradley – On The Links Magazine (OTL)

    When we are playing our best golf, we are playing with a feeling of confidence.  Having confidence in yourself and your game allows you to get the most out of your skills. I work with many competitive players and many of them have the same issues as recreational golfers when it comes to performance confidence.  […]

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  • Mind Game: Mind & Body connection – by Brech Spradley – On The Links Magazine (OTL)

    March 1st, 2019 | Brech's Blog, Golf Tips | BCGA | Comments Off on Mind Game: Mind & Body connection – by Brech Spradley – On The Links Magazine (OTL)

    “I can’t take it to the course”….”I have been stuck at a 15 handicap for 15 years”….”I got nervous in the tournament and didn’t perform well”….These are all comments I have heard too many times to count over the years from new students who come to our Academy. There is never a quick answer because […]

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    Mindgame:Stand Tall-Shoulders Back… by Brech Spradley – On the Links Magazine (OTL)

    January 1st, 2019 | Brech's Blog, Golf Tips | Brech Spradley | Comments Off on Mindgame:Stand Tall-Shoulders Back… by Brech Spradley – On the Links Magazine (OTL)

    I still remember the famous interview with Tiger Woods and Curtis Strange in 1996 when Tiger was coming out on the Tour for his first pro tournament.  Curtis asked him what a “successful week” would look like in Milwaukie.  Tiger said he wanted four solid rounds, then added “and a victory would be nice.”  He […]

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  • Mind Game: Routine, Routine, Routine… by Brech Spradley – On The Links Magazine (OTL)

    October 1st, 2018 | Brech's Blog, Golf Tips | BCGA | Comments Off on Mind Game: Routine, Routine, Routine… by Brech Spradley – On The Links Magazine (OTL)

    When evaluating a new student on the golf course, I watch for whether the golfer has a solid, or consistent routine.  I have found that many amateur golfers lack this skill.  Think of your own game for a moment.  How is your routine? Consider how unique golf is as compared to other sports.  In golf, […]

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