When delivering feedback, when would a greater degree of precision be beneficial?

• A. Immediately after every shot
• B. Early in practice
• C. With a stronger skill knowledge base
• D. When the learner asks

Answer: (C)

Precision in feedback works best once a learner has a solid skill knowledge base to draw on. With a strong mental model of the swing, precise cues point to specific adjustments that the player can understand and apply, leading to quicker, clearer improvements. Early in practice or after every shot, the learner is still building fundamentals, so broader cues that describe general patterns are more helpful than exact technical specifics. When the learner asks for feedback, the level of detail should still match what they can process, but the readiness of their knowledge base largely guides how precise you should be. The takeaway is to tailor the depth of feedback to the learner’s current understanding—as they build knowledge, you can progressively introduce more precise guidance.