Keep close count of your nickels and dimes, stay away from whiskey, and never concede a putt.

You have more potential than you think.

'You know Bobby, when I was your age I'd drive the ball right over those trees at the corner.' Feeling challenged Mr. Cole hit a big driver right into those big trees. Snead then said 'Of course, when I was your age, those trees were only 10 feet high.'

Forget your opponents; always play against par.

You've just one problem. You stand too close to the ball after you've hit it.

Make the basic shot-making decision early, clearly and firmly, and then ritualize all the necessary acts of preparation.

Good golfing temperament falls between taking it with a grin or shrug and throwing a fit.