by Matt Killen |
January 30, 2009
Right now I am at the FBR Open working with Kenny Perry and spending some time with my blog co-author Dr. Lampert, we have been talking a little sports vision training and taking in some of the action. Kenny is gearing up for the tournament and excited about the chance to play at the TPC Scottsdale, site of the FBR Open.
The TPC Scottsdale is home to one of the most exciting golf holes on the PGA TOUR. This year for the first time, the 16th Hole is set up “Stadium Style” with the entire hole being enclosed by stands. http://www.pgatour.com/2009/tournaments/r003/01/29/no16/ It is the only hole on the PGA TOUR that is completely enclosed and has long been known as “the loudest hole in golf.” Enclosing the hole with extra stands will only pump up the volume and excitement of the hole.
As cool of an experience playing the 16th Hole is, it can also be quite the challenge. Players really have to be able to put the crowd out of their mind and do their best to just focus on their shot. A great example of this focus is one of the most famous shots in Tiger Woods’ career. It came on the 16th hole when he made a hole-in-one and the entire crowd went absolutely crazy. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ufscYVbYLQQ&feature=related
Stay tuned for another special posting from the FBR Open.
by Dr. Lawrence Lampert |
January 29, 2009
This week I had the opportunity to spend some time with both Matt Killen and Kenny Perry at the FBR Open in Scottsdale, Arizona. I took a look at Kenny’s eyes and talked to him about some of the exercises he can do to help him use his vision to his advantage. To follow Kenny’s play this week live click here. http://www.pgatour.com/r/leaderboard/.
Spending time with Kenny allowed me the chance to be able to talk to several other players and I was really excited to see how many had a genuine interest in learning more about their vision. I talked about some eye muscle strengthening exercises and tests for eye dominance to a couple players. To see so many world class athletes gaining appreciation about the effect improved vision can have on performance was really terrific.
On a side note, the FBR Open is known for its wild atmosphere and it was totally confirmed for me when I saw rock-star – and huge golf fan – Alice Cooper taking in some of the action.
Getting a behind-the-scenes look at a PGA TOUR event gave me a completely new perspective on a golfer’s routine. Hearing about how Matt works with Kenny really reinforced for me that golf truly isn’t just an individual sport, coaches play a huge role in the success of their players. It was incredible to see things Matt was able to notice with Kenny’s swing.
We will have a special post for you this week, so be sure to check back soon.
