Talent Isn’t the Difference: Russell Henley and the Love of Practice

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Bobby Hix

Talent matters at junior level, but it’s not the separator. Bobby Hix explains how Russell Henley’s love of practice and long-term commitment created his edge.

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One-Handed Putting for Consistency
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Why Your 3-Wood Is the Hardest Club in Your Bag
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Simplifying Ball Flight: The Only 3 Things That Matter
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The String Line Drill – Learn to Start Putts Straight
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Learning to Control Ball Flight by Changing Club Path
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Metronome Putting for Rhythm & Speed Control
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Russell Henley’s Fast Putting Routine – Eliminating Doubt
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Stop Correcting Every Shot – How Parents Should Support Juniors
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Coaching Through Relationships & Individualization
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The Environment That Built Russell Henley
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How Russell Henley Learned to Compete and Win
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Learning to Compete, Adapt, and Play the Game
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Why Playing Golf Matters More Than Perfecting Your Swing
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How Russell Henley Escaped Pressure and Started Playing Freely
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