The 6-6-6 Rule That Helps You Break 85

🎯 Want to break 85? You need a new mindset.

In this episode, Coach Will Robins (founder of ‪@thescoringmethod‬ ) and I break down a smarter, simpler way to shoot your best score yet, without swinging harder or chasing birdies. We walk through our 6-6-6 strategy: 6 easy holes, 6 medium ones, 6 disasters waiting to happen, and how to play each of them with purpose.

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We talk club selection, course management, and why aiming for the middle of the green (yes, really) might be your shortcut to lower scores. You’ll also see us prove the point on the course, in real time, with some very relatable shots 😅

Whether you’re stuck in the low 90s or just looking for a plan that actually works, this is your blueprint for breaking 85. It’s not about playing perfect golf. It’s about thinking like a caddie, playing with intention, and managing your mess-ups like a pro.

Chapters
00:00 – Why breaking 85 isn’t about playing perfect golf
00:35 – The math behind breaking 85
01:17 – What 6-6-6 golf looks like: Easy, Medium, Hard holes
02:36 – Course planning 101: Use the stroke index
05:03 – Stop defaulting to driver (you’re not on tour)
06:41 – Play for position, not hero shots
08:44 – Aim for the middle of the green, every time
10:42 – Managing the “medium” holes: avoid short sides
13:47 – Wedge game wisdom: practice the shots you play
15:28 – Smart up-and-downs are part of the plan
18:29 – On tough holes, passive or aggressive?
22:02 – Good misses keep you in the game
26:11 – What to do when you’re outside your comfort zone
29:01 – The mindset shift: strategy reduces tension
31:09 – Final tips for managing expectations and execution

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