Yesterday was the first tournament I played in almost two months. It was a cool morning as I made my way to the driving range. Making my way I ran into several buddies I haven't seen in a couple months and we exchanged a few barbs and friendly competitive banter. The warm up session usually starts with the short game area to get the ole bones and muscles ready to start moving. Then making my way over to the driving range and start going through the warm up routine. The main purpose of the routine is to find rhythm and tempo. After completing the session I was feeling good and confident. Making my way to the practice putting green and found my putting pace. All signs pointing in the right direction. At the first tee, following player greetings and announcement, the tournament director introduced and announced our names as we teed off.
Unfortunately it wasn't a good driving day and found myself out of position most of the day. I was able to strike my irons very well all day and wore out my sand wedge on my short pitch shots. Made a few bad reads on the greens. However, my putting stroke has come a long way since the last few tournaments. I was able to putt the ball where I wanted and my pace was good all day. The wind died down and it turned out to be a beautiful day for golf and camaraderie.
It's important always to remember no matter what the day holds, always come away from a round of golf with something positive to build.
Next up in two weeks.....Trump International in Puerto Rico.
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