Have you ever wondered whether it’s better to face tough competition right from the start or ease into the season with some milder opponents?
Summary
- Golfers debate the merits of facing tough competition early on.
- Some prefer an easier start to build confidence and momentum.
- Others advocate for a balanced mix of tough and easy opponents.
Preference for Tougher Matches
“I’d like the tough games spread around the season. It sucks to have to play all the tough games in a couple of weeks,” says Stravven, highlighting the importance of pacing.
Easier Start for Confidence
“Easier. Get points on the board early. Build some confidence and momentum for the season,” expresses dennis3282, emphasizing the psychological benefits of an easier start.
Strategic Mix
“Best having a fair spread a few easier games between the tougher ones. Then you need to factor in the international breaks and if your team plays exciting football you will get moved for TV,” suggests Aggravating_Hope_567, pointing out the importance of variety.
Depends how many changes to the squad. If a lot of changes, then easier to adapt. If less changes, tougher to get them in before fatigue, injuries, or other teams adapting becomes more likely,” analyzes aceofspadesx1, highlighting the impact of squad dynamics.
Play Everyone Twice
“Don’t matter. You gotta play everyone twice, doesn’t matter when it happens in the season,” shares cbarksLFC, taking a pragmatic approach.
Personal Preferences
“Easier,” succinctly states Hancri84, expressing a clear preference for an easier start.