Short answer OB....some range time before the comp.

I know you have already played, but I wanted to give some perspective on this. I am a national champion shooter and have golfed since I was a kid. Following my 2 deployment's in the Marine Corps, I was a marksmanship instructor at Parris Island SC. I trained 8000+ recruits to be deadly with their weapons. I tell you that to say this, there are certain things that transfer to all manner of competition and personal performance. Conscious mind, subconscious mind, and self image. There is a really great book that details how these three components come together in competition. The book is titled "With Winning in Mind". It is a cheap book; I highly recommend it to any competitor. The general idea is that you practice a routine to the point that all non essential actions are carried out by the sub conscious mind, thus allowing the conscious mind to focus on the variables unique to a given situation (In your case the hole, wind, distance, todays performance etc....). These things vary and require special consideration before swings (Conscious mind). Things that do not change are your routine between holes, your set up and practice swings, your pre shot mental process (subconscious mind)... By making more aspects of your game consistent and routine, you allow your subconscious mind to carry out objectives in somewhat of an auto pilot mode (allowing more focus for the objectives unique to a given situation). The third component of this competitive mindset is your SELF IMAGE. You must believe that the shots you want are within your capability. If you expect to fail, you are more likely to fail. I say all of that to say this, if your mental game is where it should be, new clubs will have less impact on your game. If you believe that new irons will throw you off, they likely will. If you get time, check the book out, it can take the game to a more aggressive mental level. How did the comp go???

Thank you for your service Samuel!!! I will be looking for that book on Amazon before I rack out for the night as I can always use any help to shoot better.

How did your competition go OB?