My Golf Plan For 2026

In this 2026 roadmap, TrottieGolf (Ian Fraser) provides a comprehensive guide to seasonal improvement through data accountability and equipment optimization. He demonstrates how to build a 16-number wedge distance chart, emphasizes the necessity of professional loft/lie checks, and explains why a disciplined pre-shot routine is the secret to high-level performance.

• Build a 'wedge chart' with 16 specific yardages based on different swing lengths (e.g., halfway back, 10:30 on the clock).
• Audit your equipment regularly for loft and lie accuracy to ensure consistent gapping through the bag.
• Adopt a formal pre-shot routine that includes visualization and a specific 'focus level' (aiming for 90%+ presence).
• Use training aids (like alignment sticks or the Tour Aim) as physical checkpoints rather than just relying on feel.
• Invest in a professional putter fitting to improve pace control and three-putt avoidance.

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