Golf Fundamentals vs. Matchups: Why Impact-First Coaching Wins

Golf Fundamentals vs. Matchups: Why Impact-First Coaching Wins

Golf Fundamentals vs. Matchups: Why Impact-First Coaching WinsCoach Erik Schjolberg
Published on: 23/01/2026

Stop chasing your "ideal" grip and posture. Coach Erik Schjolberg, EJS Golf and Scottsdale Golf Lessons, explains why golf is a matchups game, focusing on low point control, shaft lean, and impact physics for immediate, real results.

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Stop Chunking & Blading Chips: 4 Technique Fixes for Tour-Level Contact (Scottsdale golf lessons)

Stop Chunking & Blading Chips: 4 Technique Fixes for Tour-Level Contact (Scottsdale golf lessons)

Stop Chunking & Blading Chips: 4 Technique Fixes for Tour-Level Contact (Scottsdale golf lessons)Coach Erik Schjolberg
Published on: 11/01/2026

Four precise fixes to stop chunking and blading: a low-point station, trail-arm/arc adjustments, shoulder tilt & pressure, and the slide-push impact move. Learn in Scottsdale golf lessons.

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Scratch Golfer vs PGA Tour Pro: The Real Data Behind a 5-Shot Gap

Scratch Golfer vs PGA Tour Pro: The Real Data Behind a 5-Shot Gap

Scratch Golfer vs PGA Tour Pro: The Real Data Behind a 5-Shot GapCoach Erik Schjolberg
Published on: 20/11/2025

Most golfers think scratch is almost pro. In this post I break down real shot-tracking and PGA Tour data—scoring, distance, greens in regulation, proximity, short game, and putting—to show that professionals are at least 5 shots better per roiund.

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Coach Erik Philosophies Golf Swing and More

Coach Erik Philosophies Golf Swing and More

Coach Erik Philosophies Golf Swing and MoreCoach Erik Schjolberg
Published on: 11/05/2025

As Scottsdale’s top coach, I, Erik Schjolberg, use tech and a proven model at EJS Golf to help you excel. Join me at McCormick Ranch G.C. today!

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