[Richie3Jack]

When I get a chance to play outside of tournaments, I'm rushing to the tee and tying my shoes after the first drive. Are you using a consistent routine when preparing to play?

I'm trying to. I'm trying to figure out a routine I think would work for me. I usually do put some range time and practice green time in. I think part of it is that I am almost certain I suffer from sleep apnea. Usually the sluggish starts happen in the morning and I'm usually a much better player if I tee off in the afternoon.

I also think part of it is that I need to be a bit smarter out on the course and understand when I have my 'A' game and when I have my B or C or D game going. I've done some statistical work on my game and have figured that if I hit 14 GIR, I have an excellent chance of shooting under par and a decent shot at getting into the upper 60's. But I get way too greedy at times and instead of hitting the middle of the green and giving myself a shot at birdie with a 20 foot putt, I tend to short side myself. Getting out of this mentality has been a bit tougher than I thought.




3JACK