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Stop letting pressure get in the way of lower scores.
Mental conditioning for golfers who are tired of leaving shots on the course when the stakes are high.
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Trust Your Game
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Perform Under Pressure
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Shoot Lower Scores
Your best golf isn't showing up on the scorecard.
You know the game is there. So why does it keep disappearing when something bigger is on the line?
You stripe it on the range. You go low in practice rounds. But when it counts, something shifts. The first tee feels tighter. The targets seem smaller. You lose your feel and walk off knowing that round didn't reflect the golfer you really are.
The harder you try, the harder golf becomes.
When your scores don't reflect what you're capable of, it's natural to doubt yourself. The good news is you're not broken. You're a normal human being who wants to play exceptional golf.
For more than 26 years, I've helped golfers at every level understand what's really happening when pressure rises, trust and execute the game they've worked so hard to build, and close the gap between the golfer they are today and the golfer they know they can be.
As a Certified Mental Performance Consultant (CMPC), GolfPsych certified instructor, TPI-certified coach, USOPC Mental Performance Directory member, and 8X state championship coach, I combine over 26 years of coaching and teaching, with mental performance expertise to help competitive golfers perform at their best when it matters most.
You're not broken.
You're a normal human being.
And I’m here to help.
Mark Cheney, CMPC
Mental Performance Coach
The mental game doesn't have to be a mystery.
Most golfers know WHAT happened after a round. Very few know WHY it happened.
Together, we'll build a process you can execute under pressure, so your best golf starts showing up more consistently.
aHere's how we do that:
1. Recognize and understand what's really happening
We'll help you recognize what's actually happening in your game when pressure rises, understand why it's happening, and identify what's standing between you and the scores you know you're capable of.
2. Build a process you can trust
We'll build a personalized process for handling pressure so you know what to do before, during, and after every competitive round.
3. Bring your best golf into competition
You'll step onto the course with a process you trust, know how to respond when pressure rises, and start shooting scores that reflect the golf you're actually capable of.
The mental game doesn't have to be a mystery.
Most golfers know WHAT happened after a round. Very few know WHY it happened.
Together, we'll build a process you can execute under pressure, so your best golf starts showing up more consistently.
aHere's how we do that:
1. Recognize and understand what's really happening
We'll help you recognize what's actually happening in your game when pressure rises, understand why it's happening, and identify what's standing between you and the scores you know you're capable of.
2. Build a process you can trust
We'll build a personalized process for handling pressure so you know what to do before, during, and after every competitive round.
3. Bring your best golf into competition
You'll step onto the course with a process you trust, know how to respond when pressure rises, and start shooting scores that reflect the golf you're actually capable of.
Walk onto the first tee ready to compete
Walk onto the first tee ready to compete
Imagine arriving at the course knowing you have a plan for whatever the day brings.
Instead of second-guessing yourself, you step into every shot with intention and commitment, stay engaged throughout the round, and walk off the course knowing you played the best round you were capable of that day.
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Trust your game
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Bring your game to every course
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Shoot scores that reflect your ability
Trusted by coaches and programs:
"The last piece of the puzzle."
"We were on the cusp of winning a Big West Championship for years but always falling just short. Coach Cheney provided the right tools to win back-to-back Big West Championships in 2018 and 2019, and helped our top players win 4 straight individual championships. We recommend Coach Cheney for teams serious about getting to an elite level."
Joey Cerulle
LBSU Women's Golf Coach
"Transformative for our program."
"Mark Cheney's work with our team was transformative. He gives athletes actionable tools to support each other on and off the course. I highly recommend him to any program looking to build a truly unified, high-performing team."
Amy Bush
UNLV Women's Golf Coach
"Knowledge that athletes actually apply."
“Mark has worked with my golf team through remote meetings with the group and one-on-one conversations with the players. His tremendous knowledge of sport performance principles is matched by his ability to connect with athletes and communicate those concepts in a way they understand and apply. I would recommend Mark to help any athlete perform better in competition.”
Paul Smolinski
UC Irvine Men's Golf Coach
"He understands the game."
"Being a golfer himself, Coach Cheney understands the game and has a great way of communicating solid mental game strategies for players to use in practice and on the course."
Robert Gray
Gonzaga Men's Golf Coach
"The tools to shoot the scores you need."
"I think the world of Mark and the work he does. If you’re looking to play college or professional golf, he will equip you with the tools to perform in the moment and shoot the scores you need."
Marty LaRoche
PGA Professional,
World Stars Golf Academy
Ways we can work together:
1-on-1
Mental Conditioning
Personalized mental conditioning built around your game, your pressure triggers, and the gap between where you are today and where you know you can be.
Golf Team
Consulting
Help your players, coaches, and parents handle pressure together, stay consistent when the stakes are higher, and bring their best game when the team needs it most.
Speaking & Workshops for Executives
Whether you're closing the deal or closing out the match, pressure is pressure. Workshops and speaking engagements for high performers on and off the course.
The performance you've been working for.
You already know you're capable of playing great golf. That's what makes this so frustrating.
You can shoot a career round one day, then stand on the tee the next week wondering where that same game went. The first question most golfers ask is, "What's wrong with me?". But there's a better question: "What's getting in the way?"
For more than 26 years, I've helped golfers answer that. Instead of fighting the pressure, we figure out what's actually happening, build a process you can trust, and give you a better way to respond when the stakes rise. That's how the game you've already built starts showing up on the scorecard.
If you're ready to close that gap between the player you are today and the player you know you can be, schedule a free consultation and let's build a process to get you there.
5 mistakes that are costing you shots (and how to fix them)
If you've ever walked off the course wondering, "What happened to my game?" this guide is a great place to start.
Discover the five mental mistakes that quietly get in the way of lower scores and learn what to do instead when the pressure is on.
FAQ
Got questions? You're not alone.
Here are some of the most common things golfers ask before working with me.
Just as physical conditioning builds strength, endurance, and resilience, mental conditioning develops the same qualities in your mind. It builds the psychological skills and attributes you need to perform at your best when you need it the most.
Psychologist is a legally protected term describing individuals trained and licensed to deal with clinical issues such as depression, eating disorders, and personality disorders. A mental performance coach focuses on performance enhancement, not restoration. The word "coach" actually comes from the Hungarian word for carriage. A coach transports you to your desired destination. You set the goals, and the coach provides the means and support to get you there.
A Certified Mental Performance Consultant (CMPC) has obtained objective validation of their expertise in helping clients develop mental, life, and self-regulatory skills to optimize performance and personal development in sport and other domains. CMPCs hold a master's or doctoral degree in sport science, psychology, or a closely related field, and have met specific course requirements, completed an extensive mentored applied experience, and passed a certification exam.
That's one of the most common things I hear. You stripe it on the range. You go low in casual rounds. But when it counts, something shifts. That gap between your practice game and your tournament game is exactly what mental conditioning addresses. It's not a skill problem. It's a mental process problem, and it's trainable.
Every player can improve, and the mental side of the game is often the last piece that gets trained. If the best players in the world train the mind, you should too. You don't have to be struggling to benefit from this work.
It starts with a conversation to assess whether working together is a good fit. From there, I identify where you've been successful and where you could improve, and build an individualized plan to develop the skills and attributes you need to reach your goals. I support you through implementation and provide reinforcement and fine-tuning as you progress.
Just as building strength requires an ongoing commitment to the gym, building the skills of a peak performer requires consistent practice. At the outset, we typically meet two to four times per month. Total sessions vary based on individual needs and goals.
Yes. I work with golfers at every level, from high school players trying to earn a college scholarship to college programs competing for championships to adult and professional golfers who want their game to show up when something bigger is on the line.
Most golfers who come to me have already put in the physical work. The issue isn't their swing or their skill level. It's that nothing has addressed what's actually happening when the pressure rises. That's exactly what this work focuses on.
It depends on the individual and the work involved, but most golfers start noticing a difference within the first few sessions. Building a reliable mental process takes time and repetition, just like any other part of your game. The goal isn't a quick fix. It's building habits and processes that hold up when the pressure is highest.
No. While I specialize in golf, I have worked with business executives and athletes across basketball, softball, volleyball, soccer, baseball, tennis, lacrosse, track, football, swimming, martial arts, wrestling, and more.
No. While I work with many golfers locally in Las Vegas, I work with players across the country through Zoom. Most clients find that once the relationship is established, remote sessions are just as effective.
Unfortunately no. Insurance companies do not view mental performance or stress management as essential.