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Friends and fellow golfers, Coach Erik Schjolberg here. At my academy, EJS Golf in beautiful Scottsdale, Arizona, I don't just teach golf; I engineer breakthroughs. I've had the privilege of guiding countless players for over 25 years, and I will share with you one of the many powerful transformations. This is one of them. It’s the story of Kevin, a man who walked in with a 17-handicap and the weight of frustration on his shoulders, and walked out a year later as a dominant 6-handicap marvel. His secret weapon? Not endless hours on the range, but a radical commitment to just 15 minutes of focused, scientific practice each day.

The Plateau of Despair

Before Kevin found his way to me, he was trapped in a cycle familiar to many dedicated golfers. He’d spent a year at Golftec and worked with two other coaches, investing his time and money with little to show for it. He was stuck at a 17-handicap, disheartened, and on the verge of believing he had hit his ceiling. He was skeptical when he enrolled in my Next Level Training program, but he was also ready for a real change. He promised me he wouldn't miss a single day of the 15-minute requirement. I shook his hand, thanked him for his trust, and we began a journey that would redefine his entire game.

The Science of Better Golf: A New Philosophy

At EJS Golf, we trade hope for certainty. My philosophy is built on the principle I call “The Science of Better Golf.” I leverage cutting-edge technology like the Trackman 4 launch monitor, 3D pressure plates and Hackmotion wrist sensors not as gadgets, but as diagnostic tools that reveal the truth of your swing. But the engine of our success is the 15-minute daily program—a regimen I’ve spent 25 years perfecting. It’s not a collection of random drills; it’s a systematic, scientific approach to building a powerful, repeatable golf swing from the ground up that is built for you. This is your golf swing, not someone else's.

Phase 1: Building a Tour-Level Foundation

Every great structure needs a solid foundation. For a golfer, that foundation is the setup. We rebuilt Kevin’s from scratch.

•Posture: Kevin’s initial hunched posture was a power killer, restricting his rotation. We engineered a neutral spine position, engaging his core to create a stable, athletic base. Within a week of his 15-minute daily practice, he felt a new sense of stability and control—a feeling that had eluded him for years.

•Grip: His weak grip was the root cause of his slice. Kevin was not able to twist the shaft to close the club face so he resorted to casting, staying back and more. I transitioned him to a stronger, more functional grip, ensuring his hands worked as a unified team to control the clubface. This wasn't just a simple adjustment; it was a complete overhaul of his connection to the club, and the slice vanished.

•Alignment: Even a perfect swing sends the ball in the wrong direction with poor alignment. We implemented a simple, repeatable pre-shot routine that became second nature. His accuracy didn't just improve; it became a reliable asset.

Phase 2: Unleashing Rotational Power

With a solid foundation, we turned our attention to the engine of the swing: rotation. We unlocked his hips and shoulders, transforming his swing from a short, stiff motion into a fluid, powerful coil and uncoil. This wasn't just about swinging harder; it was about swinging smarter, generating effortless speed through superior biomechanics.

Phase 3 & 4: Mastering Club Path and Face Control

High-speed 3D video analysis revealed an overly steep downswing path. Through targeted drills, we sculpted a more rounded, efficient path that kept the club on plane. Then, using the Hackmotion wrist sensor, we diagnosed and corrected the excessive wrist extension that was leaving his clubface open at impact. Through a series of flexion drills, we gave him something every great ball striker possesses: precise command of the club face. His dispersion patterns tightened dramatically, and he began hitting his targets with startling consistency.

Phase 5: The Secret of a Perfect Strike: Low Point and Angle of Attack

The final piece of the puzzle was mastering the low point and angle of attack. Using the Trackman 4, we dialed in these crucial parameters, ensuring he was striking the ball with a descending blow with his irons and an ascending blow with his driver. This is the hallmark of a pure ball striker, and Kevin is now one of them.

The Transformation by the Numbers

Kevin’s transformation wasn’t just something you could see; it was something you could measure. The data tells a story of total game revolution:

From 95 to 119 MPH: The Speed Revolution

In the first six months, Kevin gained 10 mph of clubhead speed simply through improved efficiency. But we didn't stop there. By optimizing his ground force mechanics using our 3D dual force plates, we unlocked another 14 mph. This wasn't about brute force; it was about leveraging the ground to create a whip-like effect, generating incredible speed without sacrificing an ounce of control. His smash factor improved to a near-perfect 1.50, a testament to the purity of his strike.