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God’s Truth

My JourneyMay 25, 20120Comments By

The way that I mentally work through a missed cut or a quadruple bogey is directly related to the truth that is stated in the following Bible verse. "...and we exult in hope of the glory of God. And not only this, but we also exult in our tribulations, knowing that tribulation brings about perseverance; and…

Where is Your Focus?

My JourneyMay 1, 20120Comments By

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I am working hard on my focusing ability in tournament play. Through past experience, I know that focusing on each shot individually is my key to shooting really low scores. However, focusing intensely on the shot at hand is easier said than done. When I am totally focused, I really enjoy the process and feeling of…

Update

My Journey, Tournament RecapApril 3, 20121Comment By

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I played three tournaments in the last two weeks. You can check out the results in the "Recent Events" tab on my home page. I'm playing well and hitting lots of greens and fairways. My short game also has been great, and I know that my scoring is also coming around. I can tell I…

Pepsi Tour Tournament

My Journey, Tournament RecapMarch 19, 20121Comment By

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I shot 68 and tied for 3rd in a Pepsi Tour event at Starfire Golf Club today. It was an interesting weather day. The high was about 45 degrees and and it was windy. It rained and even hailed during the round. I made four birdies and an eagle, and missed winning by one shot.…

Key to Confidence

My JourneyMarch 7, 20120Comments By

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Three questions hold the key to true confidence and peace while swinging a golf club and while living life: 1. Is your set-up position correct? 2. Is your finish position correct? 3. Are you sure beyond a shadow of a doubt that you have the true answers to the first two questions? If you know exactly how to set…

Practice with a Purpose

Golf Fundamentals, PracticeFebruary 28, 20120Comments By

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How much time do you spend planning before you practice? When you go to the range, do you have a plan of exactly what you are going to work on, or do you just "wing it"? One of the main reasons I have been able to get better at golf, is because of consistent, planned practice.…

Eternal Hope

My JourneyFebruary 21, 20120Comments By

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Yesterday, I heard the news that a boy was hit by a car and killed while riding his bike. This happened just a couple blocks from where I live. Please pray for this family during this tragic time. My heart goes out to them. Hearing this news so close to home is very sobering and…

Working the Golf Ball

Golf Fundamentals, SwingFebruary 14, 20120Comments By

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Did you know that the hardest shot to hit in golf is a straight shot? If you do not plan to work the ball either from left to right or right to left, you are putting yourself at a disadvantage even before you hit the shot. If you pick a target that is left of…

The Beginning: My Road to the PGA Tour

My JourneyFebruary 2, 20120Comments By

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I am so thankful to be able to play golf as my career, and I am very grateful for my Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, who has allowed me to keep an eternal perspective through the good times and the tough times. My wife, Jeree, and I moved to Arizona in September of 2007 so I…

Putt Freely

Golf Fundamentals, Putting, The Mental GameJanuary 31, 20120Comments By

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I want to have an easy-going attitude when I putt, and a calm, calculated reaction even if the putt doesn't go in. If I have been missing putts, the first thing I check is my attitude. Trying to post low tournament scores can lead to a build-up of stress and tension. On the putting green,…

Phoenix Open Pre-Qualifier

My Journey, Tournament RecapJanuary 27, 20122Comments By

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Just finished my qualifying round for the PGA Tour event here in Phoenix. I shot 1 under par, 70, at Lone Tree Golf Course in Chandler, AZ. Although 67 is probably the number that will get through, I am pleased with the chances I had for birdies coming down the stretch. I hit a lot…

Pepsi Tour at Ocotillo

My Journey, Tournament RecapJanuary 23, 20120Comments By

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Day 1: I shot one over, 73, in round one of the Pepsi Tour event on the Blue and Gold Ocotillo Golf Course in Chandler, AZ. It is a two day tournament, so I have tomorrow to look forward to. I am very happy with how I stuck to my routine even though I started off…