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#GolfChat – The Emotion Notion

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This article was first published on GolfChat.org. As a contributing author, I hope you enjoy my view on the emotions during the Ryder Cup!

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The emotional roller coaster of the 2016 Ryder Cup can only be described as mayhem out of control. Every fist pump, goofy grin, knuckles or slumped shoulder accentuated the investment of the pro golfers on both teams! Unlike other golf tournaments, including the Majors, the Ryder Cup brings out the ultra-competitive nature of everyone. Playing for their country is one thing, playing for the team is a bonus but ultimately these 24 players are playing for themselves and because of that, controlling their emotions can be very difficult. Continue reading →

Fixing Your Golf Clubs

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Through the years I have owned 5 sets of golf clubs and double the number of specialty clubs. Over 40 years of play, I have only fixed 3 clubs. They were part of a full set of Ping Eye 2 Red Dot that belonged my father. He gave them to me at his passing and I still have and cherish them. Because of their value to me, I retired them many years back in the hopes of preserving them a little longer. I happen to come across these clubs recently and among other things, it start me thinking about the nature the golf club market. Continue reading →

The First Time I Broke 80

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This article was inspired by Jimmy at Tiger Golf Traveler. He wrote an article about breaking 80 for the first time and his story resonated with me. So I thought I would take it one step further and outline, in my opinion, the key to breaking 80 consistently.

As most golfers understand, wedges are the key to low golf scores. Of course, hitting a solid driver and consistent iron play are very important, however, great wedge play will help ensure you break 90, 80, or even 70 consistently. But first, my story.

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Kevin Chappell – The Next Break Out Player

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The wrap around PGA Tour season affords the opportunity for journeyman players to earn their card early. Winning quickly will help reduce the pressures of grinding when the top players in the January.

For example, before Jimmy Walker won 3 of the first 8 events in 2014, he was a journeyman player. He played 13 years without a win or even being close until 2014. Since, he has established himself as one of the top US players fresh off a Ryder Cup win! His fortunes changed after a quick start and has won every year since 2014. Is it possible that some other player will meet the same fate as Jimmy Walker? If so, who? Continue reading →

Do You Really Need 14 Golf Clubs?

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We all know that 14 clubs is the maximum anyone can carry during a round of golf. There is no limit on the minimum number of clubs, but 14 is max. There are reasons for only 14 clubs, however that would be a topic that would take us down the rabbit hole. Knowing how to distribute the type of clubs you carry is determined by your game.

But, I really need to ask, do you really need to carry 14 clubs when you play? Continue reading →