[valiumnopresc]

This has happened to me simply because I've almost stopped playing altogether. I dont have the drive to play because I need new irons, and I don't make time for that reason.

I hate not being able to shoot sub-76 anymore. I hate not being able to challenge par anymore. I hate just hitting the ball and not caring where it goes.

I'm the same way actually. I will always go for it unless I know I can't. I always want to be on the green putting for birdies. I love the thrill of breaking 80 and and I hate when I play bad. I can't go out and waste my time and money(simply just going out to play) I always want to score/play my best

[Tusanoc]

For some of us older golfers, there comes a time when the game heads south. It can be a temporary thing or maybe it just happens with age? Be it physical, mental, or just plain time to accept a change, golf is a fickle game. Golf can bring the strongest of men to their knees and when Father Time kicks in, we wonder what the heck is going on. You have Touring Pros, like Hale Irwin shooting their age (66) but most of us mortals, just don't have that kind of skill. I use to shoot low 80's on a fairly regular basis on my home course. Heck I shot in the 70's quite a few times last year, which is not really anything special on my home course. It's a short little course with not much of a challenge, so breaking 80 is no big deal.

Young golfers have struggles them selves however when us older guys struggle, even with many years of practice & play,,,, the ship still sinks

It no doubt happens. At 50, I don't have the same game I had at say 25. I do some things better, but I just can't get back what I once had. I do however play skins with a guy who was scratch as a younger guy, and he is a 4 handicap today at the age of 72, and this is from the mens tee. To see him you would never guess it, but the guy is a good player in what he calls his "silver years". I know now I will not be anywhere near his league if I get to be here at 72. Hang in there OG, it will turn around again.

[xsVfF9Em]

It'll come back man! Keep the faith

[Indinehon]

I have to take a series of lessons when I spring a leak. Like today. And it seems to be happening with more frequency now too.

[patuvammnogoo]

It'll come back man! Keep the faith

Thanks ghsace and although I still have some game, it's the small things that effects most senior golfers the most. You young guys take good vision for granted. You take a good set of strong legs and good balance which is critical for a good golf swing. Not saying that all senior golfers are lacking. The Champion Tour proves the old guys can play and do it so very well! I'm talking about us regular guys who struggle with a non God giving talent and who often get frustrated because father time is catching up.

[xsVfF9Em]

Thanks ghsace and although I still have some game, it's the small things that effects most senior golfers the most. You young guys take good vision for granted. You take a good set of strong legs and good balance which is critical for a good golf swing. Not saying that all senior golfers are lacking. The Champion Tour proves the old guys can play and do it so very well! I'm talking about us regular guys who struggle with a non God giving talent and who often get frustrated because father time is catching up.

Good points man. I need to remember to appreciate what I do have even when I am not having a great round. Thanks for putting this great game back in perspective!

[Pharmadryg]

Well all I can say Ole Gray is my gun powder is all wet and I bet you still have the power swing to snap graphite driver shafts !!!!

[Arrocousa]

1. Play it forward. No need to kill yourself playing 6500 yards.

2. Use your experience to your advantage. Today I played with a guy that outdrives me by 50 yards. It got him into trouble on two holes where he drove the ball too far and had difficult approaches in. Didn't matter to him though cuz he could still brag about his drives.

3. The short game shouldn't get worse, it should get better. That's where the scoring is. As long as you do 1 above you should remain competitive.

4. Take care of your body as best as you can. Stretch often. Hydrate. Be well rested.

5. Have fun. You're not on tour are ya?

[patuvammnogoo]

Well all I can say Ole Gray is my gun powder is all wet and I bet you still have the power swing to snap graphite driver shafts !!!!

LMAO yea you were with me, when I snapped that shaft down at West Palm Beach and the ball still went 200 + yds in the fairway.

[psbiuigw]

OG, I'd take lessons from you anytime