Dubbed “Professor Putt,” Dave Pelz once said, “Practice does not make perfect. Practice makes permanent.” And honestly, he was someone who you could trust with your game. If he said it your putts or swings were wrong, they were wrong. And Phil Mickelson will attest to that. Pelz’s most popular pupil happened to be Mickelson, and none of us needed an intro to that great man. Back in 2003, Mickelson asked for Pelz’s help. Pelz’s response? “You’ve got to be kidding. You’re already the best. Why do you want me?” Under Pelz’s guide, Mickelson went on to win his first of four majors in 2004. However, this great journey has sadly come to an end with some sad news.
According to the latest news, Pelz passed away at the age of 85 due to complications from prostate cancer. And this news has hurt Phil Mickelson more than any of us. Taking up to the X, Mickelson said: “I have so many things to say about this incredible man. I owe so much of my success to the many things he taught me and he lives on as I share those same insights to numerous other golfers. The laughs we shared along the way is what I cherish most and I look forward to paying tribute to this great man with “Pelz stories” in the near future. Rest in peace my friend. “
And the rest of the golf world seems to be similarly in shock and mourning, including the fans. One fan replied, “His book absolutely transformed my short game when I was 15. A real golf genius who will be missed.” Ok, let’s take a look at Dave Pelz’s book.
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