HIGH SCHOOL GOLFER COMPETITIVE INTELLIGENCE

ASSESSMENT (HSG-CIA)
Welcome to the High School Golfer Competitive Intelligence Assessment, designed by
coach Lawrie Montague to evaluate your total preparation for junior golf tournaments.

This assessment aims to provide you with valuable insights into your competitive
intelligence as a high school golfer, encompassing essential factors that contribute to
your mental, physical, and strategic readiness for golf tournaments.

Competitive intelligence in golf extends beyond analysing opponents; it involves

mastering the art of preparation to excel against both the golf course's challenges and
the prevailing weather conditions. This assessment focuses on your ability to optimise
your performance by understanding and leveraging every aspect of the game, enabling
you to approach junior golf tournaments with confidence and skill.

The assessment consists of 50 multiple-choice questions, encompassing various facets of

total preparation for golf competitions. Each question will ask you to reflect on specific
aspects of your golfing journey, ranging from mental resilience and course management
to decision-making and sportsmanship. By answering honestly and thoughtfully, you will
gain valuable insights into your competitive intelligence level and identify areas for
potential growth and improvement.

By completing this assessment, you will gain a comprehensive understanding of your

total preparation for junior golf tournaments, empowering you to build a well-rounded
approach to your game.

Remember that this assessment is not a judgment of your golfing skill or talent; rather,
it aims to highlight your competitive intelligence, which plays a pivotal role in
tournament success. Embrace this opportunity to self-reflect and uncover valuable
aspects of your game that can propel you to greater achievements on the golf course.

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Thank you for participating in the High School Golfer Competitive Intelligence
Assessment. Your dedication to improvement and commitment to the sport will
undoubtedly contribute to your growth as a highly skilled and strategic golfer.

Let's begin the assessment, and may your journey towards mastery continue to flourish
on and off the golf course.

Coach Lawrie Montague

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The High School Golfer Competitive Intelligence Assessment

(HSGCIA), is a 50-question multiple-choice psychometric assessment
covering all factors involved in total preparation for a junior golf
tournament:

Section 1: Mental Preparation

1. How often do you set specific goals for yourself before participating in a junior golf
tournament?
a. Rarely or never
b. Occasionally
c. Sometimes
d. Often
e. Always

2. How well do you visualise your shots and gameplay during practice and before a
competition?
a. Not at all
b. To some extent
c. Moderately well
d. Very well
e. Exceptionally well

3. How do you manage pre-competition nerves and anxiety?

a. I struggle to manage them
b. I try some relaxation techniques
c. I have coping strategies that work most of the time
d. I have effective strategies to stay calm and focused
e. I rarely experience nerves or anxiety

SECTION 1 SCORE

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Section 2: Course Knowledge

4. How often do you research and study the golf course's layout and design before a
tournament?
a. Never
b. Rarely
c. Sometimes
d. Often
e. Always

5. How well do you understand the course's specific challenges and potential scoring
opportunities?
a. Not at all
b. To some extent
c. Moderately well
d. Very well
e. Exceptionally well

6. How do you strategise for different holes on the golf course?

a. I don't strategise
b. I plan on an ad-hoc basis during the round
c. I have some general ideas for certain holes
d. I have specific strategies for most holes
e. I have a detailed strategy for each hole

SECTION 2 SCORE

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 Section 3: Weather Adaptability

7. How much attention do you pay to weather forecasts and conditions before a
tournament?
a. None
b. Minimal
c. Some
d. Quite a bit
e. Extensive

8. How do you adjust your game plan based on the prevailing weather conditions during
a tournament?
a. I don't adjust
b. I make minimal adjustments
c. I make some adjustments
d. I make significant adjustments
e. I tailor my entire game plan to the weather conditions

SECTION 3 SCORE

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Section 4: Physical Fitness

9. How regularly do you engage in physical fitness training to improve your golf
performance?
a. Never
b. Occasionally
c. Sometimes
d. Frequently
e. Consistently and rigorously

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10. How well do you manage your energy levels during long and challenging
tournaments?
a. I struggle to maintain energy
b. I manage to keep my energy levels up most of the time
c. I have some strategies to sustain energy during a round
d. I manage my energy levels effectively
e. I am always energised throughout the tournament

SECTION 4 SCORE

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Section 5: Mental Toughness

11. How do you handle pressure situations and stay composed during junior golf
tournaments?
a. I get easily rattled and struggle under pressure
b. I feel pressure but manage to stay composed
c. I handle pressure well most of the time
d. I thrive under pressure and perform better
e. I feel no pressure and remain calm in all situations

12. How do you deal with setbacks or bad shots during a round?
a. I get frustrated and it affects my game negatively
b. I get frustrated but recover relatively quickly
c. I manage to stay composed and recover well
d. I learn from setbacks and bounce back strongly
e. I view setbacks as opportunities to improve and remain unaffected

SECTION 5 SCORE

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Section 6: Equipment Preparedness

13. How often do you check and ensure that your golf equipment is in optimal condition
before a tournament?
a. Rarely or never
b. Occasionally
c. Sometimes
d. Often
e. Always

14. How well do you select appropriate clubs and equipment based on the course and
weather conditions?
a. Not at all
b. To some extent
c. Moderately well
d. Very well
e. Exceptionally well

SECTION 6 SCORE

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TOTAL

Section 7: Pre-Tournament Routines

15. How do you structure your pre-tournament routine to prepare both mentally and
physically?
a. I don't have a specific routine
b. I have a basic routine but it varies
c. I follow a consistent routine most of the time
d. I have a well-established routine for preparation
e. I have a highly effective and structured routine

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 16. How do you manage your time effectively to avoid rushing before the tournament
starts?
a. I struggle to manage my time effectively
b. I sometimes feel rushed but manage it
c. I manage my time fairly well before a tournament
d. I effectively plan and allocate time for preparation
e. I am always well-prepared and never feel rushed

SECTION 7 SCORE

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Section 8: Game Strategy

17. How do you plan your overall game strategy for a junior golf tournament?
a. I don't plan, I play as it comes
b. I have a vague idea but adapt during the round
c. I have a rough game plan for certain holes
d. I have a strategic plan for most holes
e. I have a detailed and well-thought-out strategy for the entire round

18. How do you adapt your strategy during a tournament based on your performance
and conditions?
a. I don't adapt, I stick to my original plan
b. I make minimal adjustments based on how I'm playing
c. I make some adjustments if things aren't going well
d. I adapt my strategy based on my performance and conditions
e. I constantly modify my approach based on real-time feedback

SECTION 8 SCORE

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 Section 9: Focus and Concentration

19. How do you maintain focus during the entire duration of a junior golf tournament?
a. I struggle to maintain focus consistently
b. I get distracted occasionally but refocus quickly
c. I maintain focus most of the time
d. I have strong focus throughout the round
e. I have unwavering focus from start to finish

20. How well do you block out distractions and stay in the present moment?
a. I get easily distracted and struggle to stay present
b. I sometimes get distracted but can refocus
c. I manage to stay present for the most part
d. I am skilled at blocking out distractions and staying present
e. I am always completely focused on the present moment

SECTION 9 SCORE

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TOTAL

Section 10: Decision-Making

21. How do you make strategic decisions during a tournament, considering risks and
rewards?
a. I make impulsive decisions without much thought
b. I consider some risks and rewards, but not consistently
c. I make reasonably calculated decisions most of the time
d. I analyse risks and rewards for most decisions
e. I make highly strategic decisions considering all factors

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 22. How well do you evaluate different options before selecting a shot or approach?
a. I don't evaluate options, I choose quickly
b. I consider a few options but not thoroughly
c. I evaluate some options before making a decision
d. I thoroughly evaluate different options
e. I systematically evaluate all possible options

SECTION 10 SCORE

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TOTAL

Section 11: Short Game Proficiency

23. How much emphasis do you place on practicing your short game (chipping, putting,
etc.) before a tournament?
a. None or minimal
b. Some
c. Reasonable
d. Substantial
e. Extensive and focused

24. How confident are you in your ability to execute various short game shots during a
round?
a. Not confident at all
b. Somewhat confident
c. Moderately confident
d. Very confident
e. Extremely confident

SECTION 11 SCORE

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TOTAL

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Section 12: Course Management

25. How do you approach course management to optimise your performance during a
tournament?
a. I don't focus on course management
b. I consider it but don't have a specific plan
c. I have a general approach to course management
d. I have a strategic course management plan
e. I have a detailed and well-thought-out course management strategy

26. How well do you analyse your past performances to identify areas for improvement
in course management?
a. I don't analyse my past performances
b. I rarely analyse but sometimes think about it
c. I review my past performances occasionally
d. I frequently review my past performances
e. I thoroughly analyse and learn from my past performances

SECTION 12 SCORE

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TOTAL

Section 13: Mental Visualisation

27. How effectively do you mentally rehearse your shots and strategies before stepping
onto the course?
a. I don't mentally rehearse
b. I visualise sometimes but not consistently
c. I visualise my shots and strategies before most rounds
d. I mentally rehearse thoroughly before each round
e. I have a highly effective mental visualisation routine

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28. How do you use mental visualisation to build confidence in your abilities?
a. I don't use mental visualisation for confidence
b. I use it occasionally but not consistently
c. I find it somewhat helpful for building confidence
d. I effectively use mental visualisation to build confidence
e. I rely heavily on mental visualisation for unwavering confidence

SECTION 13 SCORE

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Section 14: Emotional Control

29. How do you handle emotions such as frustration or excitement during a junior golf
tournament?
a. I struggle to control my emotions, affecting my performance
b. I manage emotions reasonably well, with occasional lapses
c. I control my emotions most of the time
d. I have strong emotional control with rare exceptions
e. I have complete emotional control, unaffected by emotions

30. How well do you maintain emotional composure, regardless of the situation?
a. I am easily affected emotionally by various situations
b. I mostly maintain composure but have some challenges
c. I maintain composure in most situations
d. I have excellent emotional composure in challenging situations
e. I maintain emotional composure in all situations, no matter how tough

SECTION 14 SCORE

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Section 15: Sleep and Recovery

31. How much importance do you place on getting sufficient sleep and rest before a
tournament?
a. Very little importance
b. Some importance
c. Moderately important
d. High importance
e. Extremely important; prioritise sleep and recovery

32. How do you recover physically and mentally after a demanding tournament?
a. I don't have a specific recovery routine
b. I rest a bit but don't have a structured recovery plan
c. I have a basic recovery routine
d. I have a structured recovery routine for both physical and mental aspects
e. I have a comprehensive and highly effective recovery plan

SECTION 15 SCORE

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Section 16: Tournament Planning

33. How do you plan your schedule and select tournaments to participate in throughout
the season?
a. I don't have a specific plan, I play in tournaments as they come up
b. I have a general idea of tournaments I'd like to participate in
c. I plan my tournament schedule to some extent
d. I have a well-thought-out tournament schedule and plan
e. I have a highly strategic and well-planned tournament schedule

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34. How do you tailor your preparation based on the importance of a specific
tournament?
a. I don't tailor my preparation; I prepare the same way for all tournaments
b. I slightly adjust preparation for more important tournaments
c. I adjust preparation to some extent based on tournament importance
d. I customise preparation for specific tournaments based on their significance
e. I meticulously tailor my preparation for each tournament's importance

SECTION 16 SCORE

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Section 17: Confidence and Self-Belief

35. How confident are you in your abilities to perform at your best during a junior golf
tournament?
a. Not confident at all
b. Somewhat confident
c. Moderately confident
d. Very confident
e. Extremely confident

36. How do you build and maintain self-belief in your skills?

a. I struggle to build and maintain self-belief
b. I sometimes feel confident, but it fluctuates
c. I have some techniques to build and maintain self-belief
d. I am skilled at building and maintaining self-belief
e. I have unwavering self-belief in my abilities

SECTION 17 SCORE

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Section 18: Post-Round Analysis

37. How do you analyse your performance after a tournament to identify strengths and
weaknesses?
a. I don't analyse my performance
b. I review it occasionally but not thoroughly
c. I analyse my performance to some extent
d. I thoroughly analyse my performance after each tournament
e. I have a comprehensive and detailed post-round analysis process

38. How well do you use post-round analysis to inform your practice and preparation for
future tournaments?
a. I don't use post-round analysis to inform my practice
b. I use it occasionally but not consistently
c. I find it somewhat helpful for practice and preparation
d. I effectively use post-round analysis to inform my practice
e. I heavily rely on post-round analysis for practice and preparation

SECTION 18 SCORE

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Section 19: Competing Under Pressure

39. How do you handle pressure situations, such as a crucial putt or shot, during a
tournament?
a. I struggle under pressure and perform poorly
b. I feel pressure but manage to perform reasonably well
c. I handle pressure well most of the time
d. I thrive under pressure and perform better
e. I feel no pressure and remain unaffected by the situation

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 40. How do you practice to improve your ability to perform under pressure?
a. I don't practice specific pressure situations
b. I practice them occasionally but not consistently
c. I practice under pressure sometimes
d. I regularly practice under pressure situations
e. I systematically practice under pressure to build confidence

SECTION 19 SCORE

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Section 20: Sportsmanship

41. How do you conduct yourself on the golf course, showing respect towards fellow
competitors and course officials?
a. I don't always show sportsmanship
b. I show sportsmanship most of the time but have lapses
c. I am respectful and show sportsmanship during competitions
d. I consistently demonstrate good sportsmanship
e. I exemplify exceptional sportsmanship and respect for all

42. How do you deal with challenges, such as disagreements or disputes, in a respectful
manner?
a. I struggle to handle challenges respectfully
b. I mostly handle challenges with respect
c. I handle challenges in a respectful manner
d. I consistently manage challenges with respect
e. I navigate challenges with grace and respect for all involved

SECTION 20 SCORE

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Section 21: Focus on Improvement

43. How do you approach competitions with a focus on continuous improvement rather
than solely winning?
a. I only focus on winning, not on improvement
b. I have some focus on improvement, but winning is the priority
c. I balance improvement and winning to some extent
d. I prioritise improvement but also value winning
e. I view improvement as a primary goal, and winning is a byproduct

44. How well do you learn from both successful and challenging experiences during
tournaments?
a. I don't learn much from either successful or challenging experiences
b. I learn something occasionally but not consistently
c. I learn from both successful and challenging experiences
d. I effectively learn and apply lessons from both types of experiences
e. I systematically analyse and integrate learnings from all experiences

SECTION 21 SCORE

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Section 22: Learning from Others

45. How much do you seek to learn from experienced golfers and coaches in the junior
golf community?
a. I don't seek to learn from others
b. I occasionally seek advice or tips
c. I actively seek to learn from experienced golfers and coaches
d. I frequently seek guidance and knowledge from others
e. I eagerly learn from all experienced golfers and coaches

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46. How do you apply the knowledge and advice gained from others to your own game?
a. I struggle to apply knowledge and advice to my game
b. I sometimes apply advice, but not consistently
c. I apply knowledge and advice to some extent
d. I effectively apply knowledge and advice to improve my game
e. I systematically apply all relevant knowledge and advice to enhance my game

SECTION 22 SCORE

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Section 23: Pre-Competition Routine

47. How well do you stick to a consistent pre-competition routine to prepare for junior
golf tournaments?
a. I don't have a consistent pre-competition routine
b. I have a basic routine, but it varies
c. I mostly stick to a consistent routine before tournaments
d. I have a well-established and consistent pre-competition routine
e. I have a highly effective and structured pre-competition routine

48. How do you create a routine that helps you feel confident and mentally prepared?
a. I don't have a routine that helps with confidence and preparation
b. I have a basic routine, but it doesn't always instil confidence
c. I have a routine that generally helps with confidence and preparation
d. I have a routine that effectively builds confidence and prepares me mentally
e. I have an exceptional routine that maximises confidence and mental preparation

SECTION 23 SCORE

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Section 24: Handling Adversity

49. How do you bounce back from a poor round or a tough stretch of play during a
tournament?
a. I struggle to bounce back and it affects my overall performance
b. I sometimes bounce back, but it takes time
c. I bounce back fairly quickly and recover my performance
d. I recover well from adversity and regain my focus and game
e. I am resilient and bounce back strongly from any adversity

50. How well do you maintain a positive attitude and motivation despite challenges?
a. I struggle to maintain a positive attitude in difficult situations
b. I sometimes stay positive but may get demotivated
c. I maintain a positive attitude and stay motivated most of the time
d. I have strong positivity and motivation despite challenges
e. I maintain an unwavering positive attitude and motivation under any circumstances

SECTION 24 SCORE

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Scoring Your Assessment

Scoring: Assign the following points for each question:
- 1: 1 point
- 2: 2 points
- 3: 3 points
- 4: 4 points
- 5: 5 points

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Add up the total points from each section to assess your competitive intelligence
level for total preparation in junior golf tournaments:

SECTION SCORE SECTION

1 13
2 14
3 15
4 16
5 17
6 18
7 19
8 20
9 21
10 22
11 23
12 24
TOTAL TOTAL

Your Current Competitive Intelligence Score is:

POINTS COMPETENCE RESULT

50-100 Low Competitive Intelligence

101-150 Moderate Competitive Intelligence

151-200 High Competitive Intelligence

This comprehensive multiple-choice assessment will provide a detailed evaluation of

your total preparation and competitive intelligence level for junior golf tournaments,
covering all critical aspects of mental, physical, and strategic readiness.

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