Scottie Scheffler reveals the No.1 mistake amateur golfers make when trying to improve

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With so many resources available, it’s easy to overlook the basics, and Scottie Scheffler says that’s exactly what he sees a lot of amateurs doing.

YouTube and social media have flooded golfers with information, making it tough for the average player to find a clear path forward. That usually means bad habits creep in, overthinking takes over, and your game can start to fall apart.

So when the world number one speaks up about how to keep things simple, it’s probably worth listening. In an interview in 2024, Scheffler pointed out something he notices all the time among amateur players.

Scottie Scheffler’s take on the biggest issue facing amateur golfers

Everyone playing at an amateur level is trying to get better, and sometimes online tips can really help.

But according to Scottie Scheffler, there’s more to improvement than just technical drills with a club in hand.

Scheffler has said that what he notices most about struggling amateurs isn’t related to their swing mechanics.

“The thing I see amateurs do all the time…they go out and just expect to go on the range and just hit balls, and hit it far and swing hard and do all these great things,” Scheffler began.

“But most amateur golfers that struggle with their swing, it’s not because they lack co-ordination it’s because their bodies physically cannot move the way that you’re supposed to to be able to hit a golf ball properly.”

Golf is becoming more and more about being an athlete

We’re used to seeing elite athletes in sports like the NBA, NFL, and football pushing their bodies to the limit. While golf never really had that same reputation, things have started to change.

Tiger Woods helped shift how players approached fitness. These days, the connection between athleticism and performance has only grown stronger.

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Scheffler’s comments reflect that shift. In today’s game, having the right training plan isn’t just helpful – it’s essential. Building your body around the movements needed for golf is a clear path to improvement.

The trend is clear when you look at younger pros like Aldrich Potgieter and Jackson Koivun. Athleticism stands out more than ever, and as Scheffler notes, it’s something amateurs can learn from.