Drivers tend to get the lion’s share of focus when it comes to golf clubs and equipment. Each and every year, golf club makers and equipment manufacturers announce their brand new driver lines to much fanfare. The golf media makes a large event out of the announcement of the new drivers and golf fans consume the information, itching to beef up their bags with the latest and greatest high-tech drivers. [Read more…]
This Drill Will Help You Putt The Ball Straighter
Putting is one of the most frustrating parts of golf for a lot of players. This goes for amateur and professional players alike. Some well-known pros, such as Bernhard Langer, experience the yips — a terrible affliction whereby the player viscously twitches as they are about to strike a putt. [Read more…]
7 Things To Practice On The Range
Most amateur golfers are in the habit of heading straight to the golf course whenever they get free time, rather than practicing the basics at the range. But, if you wish to improve your golf game, you need to spend quality time practicing at the range. Practice these 7 things on the range to inevitably benefit your game. [Read more…]
5 Ways To Fix Your Hook
The term “hook” refers to a problem in a golfer’s swing that results in the ball ending up way left of the target (or the right for left-handed players). This happens when the club face is being closed as it hits the ball. The hook shot is generally a better player’s problem, as you’re getting closer to a good swing with a hook rather than a slice. [Read more…]
Are You Teeing Your Ball Up Too High?
Sticking a tee in the ground and then putting a golf ball on top may be the simplest task that you will make during a round of golf, but it is still very important that you do it right. If you tee the ball too low or too high for the club you are using, then you could be putting yourself at a disadvantage to making your best tee shot. [Read more…]
3 Swing Thoughts To Keep In Mind Before Every Shot
When you’re playing golf, dozens of thoughts will likely come into your head as you are standing over that small, white ball. You’ll think about the water hazard on the right of the green or tell yourself to keep your head down throughout the shot. All of these different thoughts can clog up your focus. You may end up struggling to hit consistent shots, as your thoughts during each swing are different. [Read more…]
5 Things To Do Immediately Before Every Round
Preparation for playing a round of golf can be separated into long, mid and short-term data needs and actions. Some of your long to mid-term needs might include investigating the club you are playing and their associated protocols, including dress codes, green fees, how to get there (so you arrive with plenty of time), and practice and locker room facilities. [Read more…]
Tired Of Duffing The Ball? Do This With Your Hands
The duff shot, after the (sorry, I’m going to say the dreaded “S word”) shank, is probably the worst shot and most depressing shot you can hit in golf. [Read more…]
Should You Always Keep Score When You Play?
Whether or not to keep score is one of the game’s longest-running debates and one that seems to never have a right or wrong answer. [Read more…]
What’s More Important — Further Or Straighter?
This has long been a topic that’s been greatly debated in the world of golf. Is it better to be able to hit the ball farther or straighter? [Read more…]