Should I get golf lessons? This is the most asked question. The general answer is that it’s too expensive. With all the resources we have today, there is a wealth of free knowledge available to anyone with an internet connection. Sometimes, with golf, we are blind to our problems, and even when someone points them […]
Learning around the cup
Learning around the cup To finish the hole, we putt it in. So why do we focus so much on hitting the driver? Most golfers spend their time on the range hitting drivers and long irons. My children want to play on the greens. I think we can all learn from them. I’ll always try […]
It’s not good till it’s in
It’s not good till it’s in I wonder who invented the gimmie? I love asking in matchplay, “good good?” I used to play social night rounds with my friends at the local par-three night course. We would always have a good time, and I always insisted on them putting out. I wonder what they would […]
Starting young
Starting young Children love being outside and playing. The best time to start a child with golf is when they begin to show some interest in it. I know my daughter loves having chipping competitions with me in the backyard. The best things to do are to use lots of loft, a teed-up ball, a […]
Why change what works
Why change what works During one of my best playing periods in golf, I sought advice from a good pro to see if there was anything I needed to improve. We chatted, and I showed him my stats and scores for the last 10 rounds. I had 10 rounds of 4 under par or better, […]
Holding the club vs gripping it
Holding the club vs gripping it To truly grip the club, it needs to feel like an extension of your hands and arms. Giving lessons has shown me how often I grab the club to illustrate what I mean. I feel comfortable with a golf club in my hand. I feel at home. When you […]
What is a waggle and why?
What is a waggle and why? The main point of the waggle in the takeaway is to get the feeling right. It sets you up for a good swing by helping you feel the takeaway, align correctly, and visualize where the ball is going. The waggle is great for easing tension before a swing, making […]
The Golf Grip
The Golf Grip The grip is your only contact with the club, and every player will have their own unique grip. This makes sense since we all have different shapes and sizes. Smaller fingers or hands usually call for an interlocking grip, whereas larger fingers and hands often prefer an overlapping grip. Some people even […]
How Golf Pros Help You Practice Less
How Golf Pros Help You Practice Less Ask any golfer who has played for any amount of time, and they will all have a similar answer. The three most important clubs are the putter, the driver, and the wedge. To understand this better, let’s look at the stats: pros have 20-25 putts per round, and […]