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Katie Dawkins

7 Ways To Banish First Tee Nerves Forever

First tee sign and Katie Dawkins visualising tee shot.

Getting the 1st tee shot away with style and finesse is something every golfer dreams of. Most pray they make half decent contact and the ball goes forward. There is definitely a mental build-up to that first shot of your round.

Whichever level of golf you play, the dreaded 1st tee nerves can be damaging to both your enjoyment levels, as well as your score. Feeling like you’re in control of the moment could be the answer to you actually enjoying the experience a bit more. Here are 7 ways you can ensure the 1st tee isn’t a place of nightmares.

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