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04/24/09

The Golden Rules of Pitching

One of the most common complaints I hear from golfers is: "I'm absolutely terrible from one-hundred-yards-and-in to the flag. I don't strike the ball solidly and I can't control my distance or direction."

The first thing I tell them is, "You're not alone."

Let's examine this problem as it relates to a larger issue, and that is, how one approaches and plays the game of golf.

I believe approaching this problem from this point-of-view will accurately expose this common complaint for what it truly is, a symptom of a larger problem.

In my view, golfers tend to approach and play the game of golf like any other "ball-and-bat" game.

They grab the club tightly with their hands and then, instinctively, of course, try to create all of...

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SCOTT HOLDEN
Master Certified Instructor-David Leadbetter Academy
Director of Instruction - DLGA Naples

Born and raised in Bradford, Pennsylvania, Scott graduated from David Lipscomb University in Nashville, Tennessee, where he received a BS degree in accounting. While in college, Scott enjoyed a successful collegiate career earning six tournament victories and several other honors including the school's Most Valuable Player award in 1980.

Scott became associated with David Leadbetter in 1985 while pursuing a career as a touring professional. He trained and was coached by David and his senior staff for more than five years and credits David with the majority of his success during his professional career.

During Scott's playing career, he played with and performed quite well against many players who are enjoying successful PGA Tour careers. After amassing 45 Top Ten finishes and two Victories as a professional, Scott left his professional career behind in 1991 to pursue his teaching aspirations with the David Leadbetter Golf Academies.

"After turning pro in 1982 I began to seek out a teacher that would help me reach my goals" Scott says. "When I found David Leadbetter in 1984 I learned more from him in 6 months that I learned from other well known teaching professionals in 6 years."

Following his training at Lake Nona in Orlando, Florida, under the watchful eye of David Leadbetter, Scott served as the Director of Instruction at the David Leadbetter Golf Academy in Bradenton, Florida as well later moving to Japan where he served as the Director of Instruction at DLGA Japan, just outside of Tokyo.

Today, Scott resides in Naples, Florida, where he works with players of all levels at the beautiful LaPlaya Golf & Beach Resort.

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