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Resource & Reference List

The following texts and tools serve as foundational resources in our exploration of golf as both a technical craft and a reflective practice. These works provide insights into the physical mechanics of the game, the psychological demands of competition, and the deeper symbolic dimensions of personal development through play.

  • ​PGA Level 1 Manuals
    Core instructional materials from the PGA of America offering comprehensive coverage of golf swing mechanics, teaching and coaching methodologies, facility operations, and player development principles.

  • The Science of Golf by Will Haskett
    A modern look into how data analytics, biomechanics, and sports science intersect to enhance golf performance, bridging the gap between tradition and innovation.

  • Every Shot Counts by Mark Broadie
    A transformative work introducing the “Strokes Gained” metric, this book redefines how players and coaches assess performance using statistical insights from professional play.

  • Golf is Not a Game of Perfect by Dr. Bob Rotella
    A foundational guide to the mental game, emphasizing confidence, focus, and emotional resilience for golfers at all levels.

  • Putting Out of Your Mind by Dr. Bob Rotella with Bob Cullen
    A deep dive into the mental strategies and visualizations that contribute to putting success, written by one of the game’s most trusted performance psychologists.

  • Golf’s Holy War by Brett Cyrgalis
    A compelling narrative that traces the ideological battle between golf traditionalists and modernists, examining the tension between feel and analytics in contemporary instruction.

  • Sandplay Therapy
    Referenced for its use in psychological and symbolic exploration, Sandplay Therapy provides a model for interpreting unconscious patterns and inner narratives—tools that can deepen reflective learning in golf coaching environments.

  • The Golfing Machine (Edition 7.2) by Homer Kelley
    A highly technical manual that dissects the golf swing into its component parts, offering a systematic and engineering-based approach to swing theory and application.

  • Five Lessons: The Modern Fundamentals of Golf by Ben Hogan
    A timeless classic detailing the essential elements of a powerful and repeatable golf swing, grounded in clarity, repetition, and elegance of form.

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