I\u2019m not normally one for New Year\u2019s resolutions. They generally sound and seem like they would be boring \u2013 work harder, drink less, lose weight, learn to knit\u2026. Not for me.<\/p>\n
But when it comes to golf\u2026 well, that\u2019s a different matter. Golf isn\u2019t boring! I\u2019d love to improve my game <\/a>in 2026 and, with that in mind, I started to think about what I could do to maximise my enjoyment of a hobby I put an awful lot into.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n I didn\u2019t want to focus solely on the technical aspects of the game. Yes, I want to play as well as I can in 2026, but it\u2019s important to be realistic.<\/p>\n You may like<\/p>\n Golf can be enjoyed on so many levels, whether you\u2019re playing well or poorly. I want to have fun with my golf<\/a>. That\u2019s why I play it after all.<\/p>\n I\u2019ve come up with a five-point plan to help me get the most from my game in 2026.<\/p>\n Perhaps it\u2019s something you\u2019re thinking about too? I\u2019d love to see what others want to achieve in 2026 so, if you\u2019d like to share your plan for the year, please do so in the comment box below.<\/p>\n Hopefully this might provide a good starting point for your considerations. Fingers crossed we all continue to love the sport and get more out of our games this year.<\/p>\n My 2026 checklist<\/p>\n 1 \u2013 Practice putting<\/p>\n I have lamented my poor performance on the greens for years. I have generally put the fact I can\u2019t get the ball into the hole down to bad luck. That is simply not true. It\u2019s because I never practice. In 2026 I\u2019m going to spend decent time on the putting green, do some drills<\/a> and give myself no more excuses. GM’s ultimate putting improvement guide<\/a> is a good place to start.<\/p>\n 2 \u2013 Support my club<\/p>\n You may like<\/p>\n Physician, heal thyself. I often complain that the club is underused and undervalued by the members. I am going to set a good example. Not only will I try to play in club matches, but I\u2019ll also make use of the bar and catering, take the family for lunch more and attend some of the social functions.<\/p>\n 3 \u2013 Say yes more<\/p>\n