No. 01
CoursePlay
The process of playing the course. Discovering options and strategies.
Vol. 01 — Green Bay, Wisconsin
Do you want a better swing or a better game?
PurePlay Golf is the home of Mark Hagenbach — a Green Bay, WI golf instructor and PGA Life Member. Private lessons, junior coaching, and seven principles for playing a better game — not just a better swing.
From the desk of
Mark Hagenbach
PGA Life Member
Furman ‘79. Former Director of Golf, Blackwolf Run. Coach, writer, and student of the game since age four.
Member, Professional
Golfers’ Association
Section One
The Seven Principles
No. 02
MindPlay
Breaking through conventional thought to find new ways of playing the mental game.
No. 03
PracticePlay
Proper practice techniques and their relevance to better golf.
No. 04
VisualFeelPlay
Seeing the shot and letting it fall into your hands.
No. 05
FitPlay
Equipment that fits your game, plus the impact of physical fitness on play.
No. 06
RulesPlay
Understanding the basic rules in order to properly play the game.
No. 07
ComradePlay
Interaction and competition with others during play.
All seven, working together, make one complete game.
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“When the PGA was established in 1916, one of its goals was to teach the game. We have moved away from that — many professionals now teach only the swing. PurePlayGolf focuses on every element of the game.”
— Mark Hagenbach