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How to Play Better Golf When Your Competition Is Stronger

Kathy Hart Wood Episode 271

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Ever feel like you’ve already lost before you even tee off?

You see who’s in the field… you watch their swings on the range… and suddenly your brain goes straight to: “I’ve got no shot.”

In this episode, we’re breaking down what actually happens when you feel outmatched on the golf course—and why that thinking is what’s really hurting your game.

You’ll learn how to:

  •  Stop comparing yourself to better players 
  •  Handle tournaments where winning feels unlikely 
  •  Shift out of that “defeated” mindset before it wrecks your round 
  •  Play your game with confidence—even when the competition is strong 

Because here’s the truth: most golfers don’t lose because of who they’re playing against… they lose because of how they’re thinking about it. 

If you’ve ever skipped a tournament, tightened up on the first tee, or tried to “keep up” instead of playing your own game—this one’s for you.

Let’s get you showing up calm, confident, and proud… no matter who’s in your group.

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