In the fall of 2024, I was fitted for a golf course ball.
after going through that wonderful experience and learning a thing or two about my game, I decided to stick with that ball for all of 2025.
For the first time in my golf life, I played mostly one ball all year.
As a disclaimer, there have been times when I’ve passed for a few holes. For example, when Callaway came out to show us a new ball, I played with it. But for the most part, each of my rounds was played with the ball I was equipped with, Bridgestone B X Tour.
Here’s what I learned after spending the entire year with a golf ball. Well, not the same actual ball, but the same model!
1. Consistency issues
Learning and knowing what to expect from your golf ball is a real advantage. I found that especially around the greens, my shots were more consistent because I knew how the Tour BX would react.
Switching to another ball, even in the middle of the round, makes it almost impossible to accurately predict what the ball will do on those shots from 100 yards and up. This is where I noticed the biggest difference and improvement factor: sticking with a ball.
2. It helps with confidence
Golf is mental to the “nth” degree. Anything you can do to increase your confidence and mental strength is a sure way to see better results on the course. And, honestly, finding and sticking with a golf ball that I really liked did it for me.
As mentioned, when you know exactly what the golf ball is going to do on a well-struck shot, it’s much easier to pick a club, aim for a spot, and swing with confidence.
3. It leads to real improvement
We know after testing golf balls for years that your golf ball choice really matters. Heck, one ball can cost you 10 to 15 yards over another. So why not pick a good golf ball and stick with it?
It can be tempting to tease and try a bunch of different balls all the time. But if you’ve found one that already works the way you want, it’s much better to stick with it.
You can always change golf balls and get worse, but you’ll rarely find one that makes you better if you’re already happy with the results you’re getting from your ball.
Bottom line: Fit for the right ball for your game and stick with it.
Your turn
What golf ball do you play with and how long have you been playing it? Let me know!
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