The Barclays – Day 2

Off to the second day to see who makes the cut, who’s in contention, and who’s packing the car!  That’s me on the tee box, leaning on Zach’s Titleist bag.  Day 1 saw both Zach and Stewart get off to rough starts (+3 within the first 5 holes) but both fought back (these two guys NEVER quit) to finish at -1 and in good position for day 2.  Jbyrd had an up-and-down day but bogeys near the end caused him to finish at +1 when it looked like he might shoot under par.  Lucas had a rough go of it and shot +4, but I liked what I saw in his body language near the end of the day – look for him to make a run this morning and get back into it.  Enjoy your day and hopefully get to watch a lot of Zach this afternoon (he’s playing with Tiger so a lot of attention on this group)!!

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Stewart Cink Wins 2009 Open Championship

 

Stewart Cink, Student of Dr. Morris Pickens, Wins 2009 Open Championship

 

Dr. Morris Pickens, Sports Psychologist helps guide Stewart Cink to the 2009 British Open Victory through his “Learn To Win” system.

 

 

 

What do Stewart Cink, winner of the British Open and Lucas Glover, winner of the U.S. Open have in common?  They both used their unbelievable talent and the “Learn to Win” system we have worked on to maintain their composure and display the patience of a true champion.

 

With four birdies on the back nine, including a critical 15-footer at the 72^nd hole, Stewart won his first major championship.  Although I have only worked with Stewart since May 19^th, 2 months to the day, I am not surprised he was able to play this well today.  He has incredible talent and by helping him find the few needed tweaks (mainly in putting), he was able to turn things around rather quickly.  After Lucas Glover winning the U.S. Open, it is especially gratifying to see another great student (and person) get rewarded with such a great victory.

 

Although I have not spoken to his other instructors yet (Butch Harmon – Swing Coach and Chris Noss – Trainer), I know how happy they must be for Stewart.  His swing was awesome, he stayed calm and patient the entire day and he did not miss a single putt (that was makeable) the last 5 holes.

 

I, Dr. Morris Pickens, along with all of the rest of my students (who watch his every move) want to congratulate Stewart on all the hard work, dedication, and patience that lead to his victory.  He has worked harder on his putting the last two months than he ever has — and it showed today.  Way to go Stewart!!!

 

To learn more about the “Learn to Win” System utilized by both Stewart Cink, 2009  British Open Champion and Lucas Glover, 2009 U.S. Open Champion, look for the release of Dr. Morris Pickens’ book “Learn to Win” being released August 11^th  2009,  during the PGA Championship.

Lucas Glover Wins 2009 U.S. Open

Dr. Morris Pickens’ student, Lucas Glover, wins 2009 U.S. Open

In an unbelievable display of talent combined with patience, Lucas Glover won his first major today, the 2009 U.S. Open.  Having worked with Lucas since his early days on the Nationwide Tour in 2002, it is especially gratifying to see such a great person, let alone a great student, get rewarded with such a victory.  As I spoke with his other Sea Island instructors today, (Mike Taylor – swing coach and Randy Myers – trainer), all we could talk about was how happy we were for such a great guy.  I know his previous coaches, Dick Harmon who taught him to play the game (now deceased), and Larry Penley (Clemson coach) who honed his game during Lucas’s college years are also smiling ear to ear.  I, Dr. Morris Pickens, along with all of the rest of my students (who watch his every move) want to congratulate Lucas on all the hard work, dedication, and patience that lead to his victory — for he is the one who truly deserves all the credit for his fantastic victory.  Way to go Lucas!!!! (or as the NY crowd says, “YOU ARE THE MAN”).

Jonathan Byrd

 Jbyrd looks to build off a solid start in Greensboro in preparation for what the Fall Series brings.

Stewart Cink talks about his putting improvement

Stewart dicusses his recent putting improvements.

Zach discusses the FedEx Cup Race

 Zach discusses his recent play and the FedEx Cup.

Zach Johnson – Valero Texas Open 2009

      Zach discusses his recent win in San Antonio.

Jonathan Byrd – TPC 2009

Jonathan Byrd discusses his play during the 3rd round of the 2009 TPC.

Lucas Glover – Charlotte 2009

Lucas discusses his recent play in Charlotte.

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