The Sweet Spot - Golf Podcast Revisiting Strokes Gained w/ Mark Broadie
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Oct 14, 2024 Mark Broadie, a Professor at Columbia Business School renowned for creating the Strokes Gained statistic, returns to shed light on golf analytics. He breaks down how understanding strokes gained can drastically lower scores. Discover why approach shots are pivotal compared to traditional metrics and how gaining distance can enhance performance. Mark also shares insights on his book, 'Every Shot Counts,' and his Golfmetrics app, encouraging golfers to track stats for targeted improvement. It's a game-changing discussion for any golfer!
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Avoid Big Misses Off the Tee
- Prioritize avoiding penalty strokes off the tee, especially out-of-bounds.
- Aim away from hazards, even if it means sacrificing distance.
Driving Distance and Scoring Potential
- Twenty extra yards of driving distance translates to significant strokes gained per round.
- This effect is amplified for higher-handicap golfers due to reaching more greens.
Redefining a Good Tee Shot
- Fairways hit is a misleading statistic; prioritize a clear approach to the green.
- A successful tee shot avoids hazards and allows an opportunity to reach the green.