Wicked Smart Golf III: Tournament Secrets to Perform Under Pressure | Majosta

Wicked Smart Golf III is a practical roadmap for thriving in tournament golf. Rooted in more than 350 days of hands‑on competition—ranging from Korn Ferry Tour Q‑School to state and city championships and elite team events—the book distills battle‑tested strategies without requiring swing changes. You’ll feel the focus on the page as coaching insight is translated into repeatable steps you can use before a round, on the practice green, and when the pressure climbs on the back nine.

Authored by Michael Leonard, a mental golf coach with a +2 handicap, the guidance blends real‑world performance with clear structure. The aim is to help you think clearly, prepare thoroughly, and perform with poise when it counts, while keeping your approach grounded in what you can control on the course.

Tournament Golf 101

Section I explains why competing in events accelerates improvement and how beginners can start with intention. The Three‑Tier Tournament System guides you to identify events that align with goals, plan a realistic schedule, and approach your first tournaments with confidence rather than hesitation.

• Identify suitable events using a simple, repeatable framework
• Set concrete goals and track progress across events
• Build a confident competition mindset before the opening tee

Train Like a Tournament Golfer

Section II delivers a complete mental and physical blueprint to arrive 100 percent prepared. Expect printable practice plans, practical drills for practice rounds, and tools to manage nerves, enabling a steady rhythm from warm‑up through the final putt.

• Printable plans you can take to the range and course
• Structured routines to rehearse under pressure
• Techniques to anchor focus when nerves rise

Thriving in Tournament Golf

Section III shares proven techniques to stay focused, rebound after tough holes, and handle pressure with composure. You'll explore energy management, on‑course emotions, and how to keep your game plan intact across all 18 holes, even in tight moments.

• Stay focused during challenging stretches
• Recover quickly after setbacks with a routine
• Use tempo and energy to sustain performance

Play Wicked Smart and Win Every Format

Section IV shows how to tailor strategy for one‑day qualifiers, multi‑day events, match play, and team formats. Learn format‑specific tactics, essential rules for partner events, and how to manage energy and strategy from the first tee to the final putt.

• Format‑aware planning for different event types
• Partner‑event considerations and teamwork tips
• Energy pacing across days and formats

The 19th Hole Champion Mindset

Section V builds a post‑round ritual that reinforces confidence and highlights actionable improvements. The emphasis on purposeful reflection helps you avoid burnout and sustain tournament momentum across seasons.

This book focuses on thinking, preparation, and smart decision‑making under pressure rather than swing perfection, offering a dependable system you can trust during competition. If you want to win club championships, qualify for elite events, or simply perform better under pressure, Wicked Smart Golf III can be a valuable guide. Grab your copy and start thinking, preparing, and performing with greater composure on game day.