The Foundations of Winning Golf: A Guide to Competition for Players of All Levels

by Jon Sherman

In his follow-up to the international bestseller The Four Foundations of Golf, Jon Sherman reveals the mindset secrets that transform ordinary players into winners in The Foundations of Winning Golf. Whether you're vying for success in friendly matches, club competitions, or tournaments at the junior and adult level, these proven strategies are your blueprint to succeed under pressure and have more fun.

Why This Book Is a Must-Read for Every

Master Your Learn to cultivate a winning mentality for match play, stroke tournaments, and other formats.Overcome Discover mental techniques to stay focused and calm.Prepare Like a Get insider tips on preparing for tournaments, setting actionable goals, and building confidence.Enjoy the Game Whether playing with friends or setting your sights on bigger tournaments, find out to have fun while embracing the challenge.Sherman shares everything he learned in his winding journey through competitive mid-amateur golf and coaching on the PGA Tour. Told from the perspective of a “player-coach” who never had any unique talent, he delivers easy-to-digest stories and coaching methods that golfers of all levels will find relatable.

The Foundations of Winning Golf is also about personal growth and development. Competitive golf offers a unique way to win in life. More than ever, people are anxious, overwhelmed, and stressed by the modern world. If we are open to it, many lessons we learn from golf can help us in our lives off the course.

All great competitors share similar traits. But at the same time, they have unique personalities in their games. Learn how to win on your journey through the game.

Genres: Sports

188 pages, Paperback

Published March 13, 2024

Reviews

[Mike Dennisuk · Rating 4 out of 5]

This is an excellent companion to the Four Foundations of Golf by the same author John Sherman. This a practical guide to playing a more grounded, consistent game of golf. I am a high handicap golfer and I found the insights and stories very beneficial. The author is the narrator and this adds a very conversational tone to this audiobook.

[Joe Joe Birdwell · Rating 3 out of 5]

I'm a big fan of Jon Sherman and loved The Four Foundations. This one came up lacking for me. It's full of generic concepts about competitive golf and being prepared, but there's little substance or guidance for actually putting any of it into practice. This book would have been better by taking some concepts from business books (like Traction). Instead of the end of each chapter being bullet points of what you just read, make it some tools or drills to put what you read into action. If you've never played competitive golf or are a beginner, I'm certain you will get more out of it than I did. If you're a competitive golfer/athlete, it's still a decent read for some reminders, and if you find one thing in here that helps, it was well worth it.

[ROY · Rating 5 out of 5]

Necessary for Golf

Overall, it's a book I would highly recommend to anyone who enjoys golf. This book puts you into a mindset before, during, and after your round. Very informative. It's one of the best reads I've had in a while.

[Sinea Kilmartin · Rating 5 out of 5]

Great follow up to the first book

Very informative read with plenty of things to take away, no matter what level of golfer you are, the first book lays the foundation, this book hones in on making it successful.

[James M Pettigrew · Rating 5 out of 5]

I am a golfer who is just beginning to play in tournaments and Foundations cleared up many of my misconceptions regarding stroke and match play. There is lots of useful information and I highly recommend the book.

[Robert Nixon · Rating 5 out of 5]

Highly recommend for golfers of any level who enjoy competition.

[Kevin Santino · Rating 2 out of 5]

Just not really what I was looking for. Was mainly just about keeping a positive mindset which I agree with but nothing really groundbreaking if you’re playing competitive golf

[Lee Adams · Rating 5 out of 5]

Brief, but on-point. There are plenty of takeaways that I will use both as a golf coach as well as average player.

[Darryl Howery · Rating 2 out of 5]

Not a fan

I listen to the podcast and follow Jon on all his socials. I found this book underwhelming - save your time - nothing close to life changing here. Feel a bit like this is a money grab to get from his following.