Curious about Mark Brodie's Strokes Gained Methodology?

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I’ve been hearing a lot about Mark Brodie and his work on golf analytics, especially the strokes gained methodology, and I’m really interested in diving deeper into it. I’ve read bits and pieces about his book Every Shot Counts but I’m still a bit confused about how to effectively apply these concepts to my game.

What is Strokes Gained?

From what I understand, strokes gained is a way to measure a golfer’s performance compared to the field based on how many strokes are saved. It breaks down performance into different areas like putting, tee shots, approach shots, etc. But how does one practically implement this?

Application on the Course

I’d love to hear from anyone who has experience applying this method. How do you track your strokes gained during a round? Are there apps or tools that help with this? I want to get better at understanding my game and my strengths and weaknesses.

Any Tips or Resources?

Also, if anyone knows of additional resources, articles, or even supplements to Brodie’s book that provide a clear guide on how to use this data on the course, please share!

This sounds like such an interesting approach to improving my game and understanding golf on a deeper level, so any insights or shared experiences would be greatly appreciated!

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I’ve been studying Mark Brodie’s Strokes Gained methodology, and it’s fascinating how it quantifies performance. It really helps to identify specific areas for improvement in your game. Anyone else using it?

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I agree, Alexandra! It puts so much data into play. I’m trying to understand how to calculate my own strokes gained during a round. Any tips?

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It’s beneficial to review your rounds using strokes gained analysis after your games. Finding trends really illuminates your strengths and weaknesses. Are you able to use statistical tools for that?

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For beginners, I recommend focusing on just one area at a time, like putting or approach shots. It’s easier to see immediate improvement that way. Has anyone done this with success?

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That’s a solid approach, Robert! I find that tracking progress over time leads to those ‘aha!’ moments.

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Mark Brodie’s work has completely changed how I approach practice. I focus on where I can save strokes rather than just grinding it out on the range. You guys feel the same?

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Absolutely! Practicing smarter has been a game changer for me too. Plus, it makes practice way less tedious!

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Does anyone else get confused by the statistics? I mean, there’s so much data! Sometimes I feel like I’m trying to decipher a puzzle. Any suggestions?

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You’re not alone, Usmith! I often find myself scratching my head too! A good golf app can help make sense of it all.

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I love the idea that you could use Strokes Gained to beat your friends by knowing where you stand against them statistically. Talk about bragging rights!

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Lol, Christian! Just remember though, your buddies might not want to play with you anymore if you keep winning!

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I’m also curious about Mark Brodie’s work! His book ‘Every Shot Counts’ is highly recommended. It provides great insight into his Strokes Gained methodology for all skill levels.

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Thanks for mentioning that! I found Brodie’s articles on the PGA website really helpful as well. They break down the statistics in a fun way!

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Definitely check out the ‘Strokes Gained’ analysis tools available online. They really put the methodology into practice and I saw improvements in my game after using them.

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I agree! The statistics can feel overwhelming at first, but once you grasp the concepts, it truly changes how you play. Has anyone else tried using his methodology in their training?

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I’ve been applying it slowly, and it makes you aware of where you lose strokes. It’s eye-opening!

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Has anyone come across any online workshops or webinars featuring Mark Brodie? That could be an incredible resource for deeper understanding.

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I haven’t seen any webinars, but I think there might be podcasts where he discusses his methods. Those can be fun and quite enlightening too!

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Good idea! It’s always fun to hear the author’s take directly. Has anyone read his latest articles?

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