If a golfer has a swing fault, it usually is a slice. And no matter how hard we try, that slice ball flight never goes away. I am fortunate as I rarely play a slice. My ball travels straight indicating I have made square contact with the ball. This does not mean I do not hit errand shots, but it does allow me to play from a safe position more often than not. When I did have a slice, many years ago, I worked tirelessly with the goal of removing this swing fault. Well, I wish I would have and the internet back then because it might have sped up my learning curve.
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Choosing The Shot You Prefer In Golf
The majority of amateur players hit the ball, walk to the ball, hit the ball, walk to the ball….ect without much thought as to how changing this pattern could lower their golf scores. The ‘whack a mole’ process of playing golf causes challenges for some players because they never really know what shot they will have next. Sometimes that is a fun approach to golf, but during tournaments it usually costs unnecessary strokes added to our final tally. How can we break this trend in order to be the best version of ourselves on the golf course?
Continue readingWatching Golf Is Not As Much Fun Anymore
For years I enjoyed watching golf on TV. It was interesting to see the now legends slug it out on each hole. Now, I find that watching golf is not always the most fun use of my time. Partly because of the split at the elite levels (which I do not want to discuss) and partly because the coverage does not seem to hold my attention. It am not sure if it is just me or has the direction of professional golf (for sure on the Men’s side) has pushed me to spend my valuable time in different areas.
Continue readingFinding Some Golf Stuff To Talk About
The Grateful Golfer was created in May of 2012. Wow almost 13 years of writing has given me time to think about the amount of joy I have gleaned from sharing my thoughts on golf. Sometimes my musing are informative and others…..well, thanks for putting up with my diatribes. With over 1.2 million views ant 800k visitors, I must be doing something right. This year will be my best yet and I am grateful for all the support from you the readers. Unfortunately, finding something to write about that is golf relate is a challenge. Especially since my golf season has ended and I have transitioned to coaching high school basketball. Regardless, I sit down everyday and amble through the golf topics trying to find something to share. Well, today I could not find anything specific to write about except this:
Continue readingLest We Forget!
Every year, November 11 is a special day to all military personnel. Today, we take the time to honor the fallen, wounded and serving military men, women and their families. Their sacrifices have allowed for the freedoms we enjoy today. It is important to give thanks and be grateful for our wonderful lives they protect. This is my third year out of uniform after 36 years of service. It will be a different experience for me as I learn to be a veteran still trying to serve my community. But, not matter how much time passes I will not let my gratitude diminish to all my brothers and sisters in arms who gave their lives so we can live in peace!
The Grateful Golfer 