Impact of problem solving on performance
Consider a golfer who is on the green getting ready to putt. The shape of the land on each green is different. Some slope to the right, others slope to the left. Some require putting up an incline whilst some are flat.
The golfer has to work out the shape of the green in relation to the position of their ball and the position of the hole. By doing this they can understand what they have to do next in relation to their putt.
Question
Using the 3-step process, how might problem solving impact performance when facing a tricky putt in golf?
An example answer could be...
- You need to be able to use problem solving when facing a tricky putt in golf.
- This means you need to work out the lay of the land, for example if the green slopes slightly to the right, you aim your putt slightly to the left of the hole.
- This leads to your putt being on the correct line and going in the hole.
Golfers have to use problem solving skills to work out the shape of the green in relation to the position of their ball and the hole.
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