While playing a round of golf this morning with a buddy of mine, we started to discuss our swings and how to break 100. As we walked and talked about what was important, my friend said something that has stuck with me, “watch the ball where it was, not where it goes!”

Basically, keep your head down and watch the club make contact with the ball.  Additionally, count to one before you see how fantastic your shot turned out.  Stay focussed on the point of contact.  This will help create a duplicatable swing.  Regardless of what it looks like, it is something the amateur golfer can start to build a solid game upon.

While watching the Web.com tournament today, I noticed that Phil, Tiger and Adam have different swings, chipping strokes and putting styles.  They all hit the ball where they intend and seem not to worry about what it looks like!  They do, however, keep their head down for a pause of one after contact.  A coincidence, I think not!

Next time you are on the course/practice round try keeping your head down and see the positive results.  I am a grateful golfer!  See you on the links!