Aggressive Quote by Ernie Els
“I plot the par 5s back from the green and make my plan. If I can reach the green in two shots, I'm going to be aggressive off the tee. But if 's a three-shot hole, the goal changes. You want to put yourself in position to hit your favorite shot to the green.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Golf Digest, 2015
Strategic planning in golf involves assessing distance, choosing aggression based on hole length, and positioning for optimal shots.
In simple terms: Plan shots based on distance and hole type.
Adapt aggression to hole length.
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Type
When to use this quote
- tournament play
- practice rounds
- coaching sessions
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you decide when to be aggressive?
- What factors influence your shot selection?
Aggressive play can increase risk of errors on longer holes.