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1. Self Reflection

2. Sport Psychology - March: Good and bad Questions

3. Training with Intention

4. March Range Work Schedule

5. Why should I do What the Coach Wants Me To Do?

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1️⃣ Commitment Questions (Effort & Discipline)

• Am I practicing 3–4 days a week even when no one is checking?
• Do I complete the team workouts on the Website or just hit balls?
• We all get sick or have unexpected things come up, BUT when I miss a day of practice, do I own it or — or make an excuse?
• If someone tracked my work for 30 days, would I be proud of the data?

2️⃣ Discomfort Questions (Growth Lives Here)

• Am I consistently practicing the parts of my game that need the most work?
• Do I avoid the drills that expose my weakness?
• Do I restart when I fail a challenge (as asked) — or do I simply move on?
• Do I seek pressure in practice — or avoid it?

3️⃣ Teammate Questions (Culture & Trust)

• If everyone practiced like me, what kind of team would we have?
• Would my teammates trust me based on my preparation?
• Am I working hard enough to deserve a spot on this year’s team?
• Am I doing my part when no one is watching?

4️⃣ Competitive Standard Questions

• Do I just want to make the team — or would I like to make an impact?
• Am I training like someone who wants to play in a match or just be in the team picture?
• Am I improving my measurable stats (6-foot putts, GIR, penalties, up-and-downs)?
• Can I tell coach exactly where I lose strokes – or would I be guessing?

5️⃣ Identity Question (The One That Matters Most)

• Are my daily habits aligned with the golfer I say I want to become?

• Not my intentions. Not my talent. My habits.

   

Because the golfer you become is not built in tournaments.

He’s built on random Tuesdays.

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Sports Psychology - Dr. Gio Valiante

Topic Four: Good and Bad Questions

Every golfer talks to themselves during a round.

The difference between average players and great players isn’t talent — it’s the questions they ask.

When Jack Nicklaus walked a course, he asked:

“What do I have to do to win this tournament?”

That question did three things:

• Created a strategic plan
• Shifted him into competitive ownership
• Built confidence before the first tee

Great golfers don’t wait to see what happens.
They decide how they’re going to play.

Before Each Hole or Shot

Ask questions that create clarity and commitment:

• How should I play this hole?
• What’s my target?
• What’s the smart shot here?
• What are the conditions (wind, lie, yardage)?
• Am I fully committed to this swing?

Clear target. Smart decision. Full commitment.

After Each Shot

Stay process-focused, not emotional:

• Did I commit?
• Was my decision smart?
• Did I stay in my routine?
• What’s my focus for the next shot?

Learn quickly. Reset immediately.

Questions to Avoid

These increase doubt and distraction:

• “What if I mess this up?”
• “What’s wrong with me?”
• “Why do I always do that?”
• “What will people think?”
• “What’s my score?” (every hole)
• “Am I swinging correctly?” (right before hitting)

Bad questions create pressure.

Better questions create control.

Bottom Line

You don’t control every shot.

You control:

• Your preparation
• Your decisions
• Your reaction

The best golfers ask better questions.

And better questions lead to better scores.

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