How do you know if someone has “Natural” ability for golf?
This post was written by admin on November 3, 2008
Posted Under: Golf
Posted Under: Golf
riico2k6 asked:
Hey all, I have a brother who is only 22 years old. He’s been playing for 2 months and has had 2 lessons. He went from a 15 handicap and shot an honest 5 last 3 times we went on a pretty tough course.
Hey all, I have a brother who is only 22 years old. He’s been playing for 2 months and has had 2 lessons. He went from a 15 handicap and shot an honest 5 last 3 times we went on a pretty tough course.
He really want to try to make the PGA Tour, but is really discouraged since people say he is too old. But having natural talent is something else. I’ve never seen someone improve that fast. What do guys think, should he pursue PGA Tour goal or what?
Reader Comments
Natural Ability is one thing….pressure is another. He’s going to need to learn the fundamentals…it’s like Adam Sandlers movie Happy Gilmore…He could play certain aspects of golf like a natural pro. Or even that one movie….with shia lebouef greatest game ever played or something like that….Anyway that being said, they both had NATURAL talent for the game, but still needed training….practice….and guidance. He can definitely Pursue whatever he feels comfortable. I’d aim a bit lower first….and get some more games and practice under his belt. It’s different when you have hundreds or thousands of people watching you than when playing with a couple buddies or your brother. So thats where pressure comes into play. Trying to make the shot and not look like a fool….or afraid to do crappy cuz many people are watching etc.
He needs to enter some tournaments and see if he can play well under pressure. It is one thing to shoot a casual round under 80 with you and another to shoot consistently for three or four rounds with a bunch of strangers in competition. If he can do well in competition then he can pursue the tour. Keep in mind that tour players are consistently under par when they play.
It is not too late but just make sure he still has a second job for back up if he is going to chase his dream!
Good luck to you and your bro!