411: Ben Kolde - Journey to Scratch Golf & Confidence in Competition

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Jul 17, 2025

Ben Kolde, a golf content creator and scratch golfer, shares his journey toward mastering tournament play. He dives into the mental strategies essential for confidence and performance, emphasizing the importance of pre-shot routines and post-round recaps. Kolde discusses how a mini driver can enhance tee box strategies and the power of visualization techniques. He also reflects on breaking the 70 barrier in golf, offering valuable insights on club selection and mental resilience that can turn a good game into a great one.

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Ben's Journey to Scratch Golf

Ben Kolde shares his journey from a 5-6 handicap to scratch golfer and tournament winner.
He describes overcoming a fixation on swing mechanics to focus on consistent fundamentals and mental approach.

ADVICE

Build Target Clarity

When nervous, build clarity by picking a clear target and rehearsing the intended shot with intent.
Replace negative thoughts with precise shot imagery to guide your mind like a heat-seeking missile.

ADVICE

Make Your Routine Intentional

Avoid going through your routine mindlessly; perform each step with full intention and enough effort to rehearse the shot realistically.
Keep routines consistent to comfort your brain and reduce wandering thoughts during rounds.

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