Is it time to reflect on recent performances and use those insights to set the stage for future success. The transition between seasons is a crucial time for junior golfers to assess their development, celebrate their achievements, and identify areas for growth.
Why Review Recent Performances?
Reviewing performances is more than just analysing scores or statistics; it’s about understanding what worked, what didn’t, and why. It offers valuable insights into strengths to build upon and weaknesses to address. Reflection is a powerful tool for growth. By understanding the areas that need improvement, we can set clear, actionable goals that will guide your training and practice efforts in the coming months.
3 Steps to Review and Reflect on Recent Performances
Celebrate Your Wins:
Start by acknowledging what went well. Did you achieve a personal best score? Improve your driving distance? Stay calm under pressure in a critical moment? Celebrating these successes helps build confidence and motivation. Make a list of your proudest moments from recent tournaments and practice sessions and keep them front of mind as you plan for the future.
Identify Areas for Improvement:
Once you’ve highlighted your successes, it’s time to get specific about where you can improve. Are you missing crucial putts? Struggling with your mental game under pressure? Losing strokes around the green? Identify 2-3 key areas that, if improved, could make a significant difference in your overall performance. The goal is not to dwell on weaknesses but to identify them so that you can turn them into strengths.
Set SMART Goals for 2025:
Use the insights from your performance review to set goals that are Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Relevant, and Time-bound (SMART). For example, instead of setting a vague goal like "Improve putting," try something specific like "Improve putting accuracy by 10% by practicing 10 minutes every day." Setting SMART goals will help you stay focused and track your progress throughout the year. The most important part of this process is creating the Process goal…
The Outcome Goal – Improve my scores
Performance Goal – Improving putting accuracy by 10%
Process Goal – by practicing 10 mins everyday
So where how and when are you going to do the 10 mins practice everyday??
If you did that you would reach your Outcome Goal!
Remember, the journey to becoming an elite golfer is not just about perfecting your swing or lowering your score—it’s about understanding yourself as a player, learning from every experience, and continuously striving for growth. Reviewing your recent performances is the first step toward achieving your dreams on the course.
We’re here to guide you every step of the way. Let's make the next season your best season yet! Our online academy offers a wealth of resources to help you reflect, plan, and train effectively. From video tutorials and practice drills to mental game exercises and nutritional advice, we’ve got everything you need to reach your full potential.
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