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But This Is The Way We Have Always Done This!

/ The Grateful Golfer / 8 Comments

Man, how I hate this statement. I am not a person who seeks change for change sake, yet I am not a person to sit back and let inefficiency rule the day. At work, the statement “But This Is The Way We Have Always Done This” is said when people resistant to change (or do not know a better way) are challenged on any specific process and do not know why they follow the process. Additionally, they are not interested in changing because it is easier to keep doing things the old way whether it makes sense or not.

Well, this situation also applies when we examine our golf game. Many espouse the above statement and as a result, never really find any positive change in their game.  Continue reading →

Steel and Graphite Shafts May Not Be Our Only Choice

/ The Grateful Golfer / 4 Comments

Golf is a game of evolution. Technology drives the changes and none more important that in the shaft of the golf club. Made of wood originally, it switched to hickory (more wood), then steel, and finally graphite. I grew up using steel in all my clubs and I have to say that it is my preference over graphite. I realize I am flying in the face of the norm, but I only use graphite shafts in my woods and hybrids because I have too! I miss the feel of steel shafts in my longer clubs. So, here we are with a conundrum.  Continue reading →

Myths Busted About Golf Balls

/ The Grateful Golfer / 7 Comments

I stumbled across this video on golf ball myths and found it very interesting. Clay Ballard from Top Speed Golf debunks some ideas about golf balls that many amateurs should know. As you watch the video, Ballard provides stats on golf ball performance that could save you money in the long run. Up front, I am not associated with Top Speed Golf or any specific golf ball and the information provided is for you to use as you see fit.  Continue reading →

Santa, Fill My Stocking With Golf Stuff!

/ The Grateful Golfer / 2 Comments

Every year around this time, I feel for gift givers who are trying to fill a golfer’s stocking with stuff. Generally there is a lack of knowledge and understanding of what the golfer actually wants or needs is the challenge. So, I suggest that before you head to the nearest Golftown, ask the golfer what they would like and make sure they are specific! It helps reduce the stress for everyone. Continue reading →

I Know The Secret to A Fantastic Golf Game…..Do You?

/ The Grateful Golfer / 4 Comments

I have finally figured out the secret to a fantastic golf game! It is something I have searched for and now understand what it is! Am so surprised that I did not stumble on this easy solution earlier and save myself years of frustration. Wow, I feel lighter and invigorated for my 2019 golf season! Continue reading →