Show Notes: In this episode of The Connected Instructor Podcast, host Landon Michelson welcomes Eric Duffett, the innovative founder of the Shot Pattern app, designed to revolutionize how golfers approach course management and game improvement. Eric shares his journey from being a passionate high school golfer to creating an app that combines his love for the sport with his expertise in coding.

What You'll Learn:

• The science of Strokes Gained statistics and how understanding it can transform your game.
• How the Shot Pattern app quantifies risk vs. reward, helping you make smarter decisions on the course.
• Dispersion and its crucial role in course management—what it is, how to measure it, and how to use it to your advantage.
• Insights into coaching strategies for high school golfers and everyday players, including Eric's newly added Coach Center feature in the app.
• How practicing smarter, tracking stats, and choosing better targets can lead to career-best rounds.

Memorable Quotes:

• “The best golfers in the world don’t aim at flags—they aim for the safest spot that gives them the best chance to score.” – Landon Michelson
• “Smart golf isn’t just about hitting great shots—it’s about making great decisions.” – Eric Duffett

Timestamps:

• 1:14 – Eric’s journey in golf and the inspiration behind the Shot Pattern app.
• 3:57 – Explanation of Strokes Gained statistics and its practical application.
• 16:00 – The role of dispersion in course management and how it differs by handicap.
• 38:21 – New Coach Center feature: empowering coaches with actionable data.
• 42:24 – Landon announces his Connected Community initiative in Miami.
• 46:58 – How to download the Shot Pattern app and start improving your game.

Connect with Eric Duffett:

• App: Shot Pattern Golf GPS (available in the App Store)
• Social Media: @ShotPattern on Instagram, TikTok, and Twitter/X

Don’t miss this deep dive into the game-changing strategies and tools that can take your golf game to the next level!