I started playing golf at the age of 12. In many ways, my journey overlaps with that of Ben Hogan, who began at 11.
While he was able to come back after a car accident, I suffered life-threatening injuries that left me not only unable to play golf, but even struggling to walk. Today, I live my life in a power wheelchair.
I didn’t have the experience of starting golf as early as age three, but I sometimes think that if I had casually been exposed to the game in early childhood, I might have avoided the yips (swing disorders caused by psychological factors).
I began practicing seriously at 12, and eventually earned an official handicap of “3” after entering the workforce. At my peak, I believe I was playing at a self-assessed level of around “+3.”
My best score was “69.” Even while dealing with the yips, I often played rounds at courses such as Kasumigaura Kokusai—venues where professional qualifying tests are held—and I was easily clearing pro-test level scores.
In student federation tournaments, I even posted scores in the 270s over four rounds.
Due to the aftereffects of the accident, I can no longer play golf today, but in my own assessment, I remain confident that I could still shoot in the 60s, and even achieve an age-shoot if I could play.
If I had possessed the knowledge I have now back then, I might have been able to record a “59,” matching the world record—and perhaps even rival Mike Souchak’s legendary feat.
My guiding concept is “the cheapest and fastest.”
Your own effort is your greatest weapon.
With just six key points, your golf can change dramatically. Even busy people can start right away—no need for expensive lessons anymore.
And above all, I have come this far without ever learning from anyone else—entirely self-taught.
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