Iron play is very challenging at best for many beginners. Trying to understand the mechanics of hitting irons is a bit counterintuitive. We want to have a weight forward, hit higher on the club face, and make a divot after the ball. When we first start playing, most of us play with our weight on our back side, we try to scoop the ball and try to avoid divots. Unless you have taken a lesson (which if fully endorse) it could be a long while before you make solid contact with your irons. Believe it or not, this skill is something I struggle with from time to time, but I do know how to fix it. For today, lets talk about how to make solid contact with our irons and see if we can accelerate our learning curve.
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Is Slicing The Golf Ball Destroying Your Scores
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.
Continue readingGolf Tips for Seniors
Unfortunately, I am fall into the category of a senior golfer. Actually, I am only a couple of years away from being allowed to move up in the tee blocks for Men’s Night, but that is a different discussion for another day. Right now, I am still having fun playing from the white tees (6000 to 6500 yards in distance) because my game is strong enough to play well from that distance. As I become a senior player, I notice that I need to make a major change in my game. It has nothing to do with my swing or equipment, but in my expectations as a player. Yup, not really something I ever expected I needed to adjust, but the time is getting close.
Continue readingProducing Spin and a Soft Touch Around the Green
I cannot remember the number of times I have talked about producing spin on the ball around the green. I am okay at this skill, but I would never consider myself an expert. I understand the concept of placing spin on the ball and in my mind this transfer to a soft touch during contact. It might seem like a stretch for many players who find it challenging to land the ball softly in their landing area. Regardless of where your thoughts are, it is important to understand that having the ability to place spin on the ball (even slightly) helps us control the ball all the way to the end result.
Continue readingHitting A Difficult Sand Shot
There are many different difficult shots you can face during a round of golf. One of the most challenging is the fried egg lie in a bunker. You know the one where the ball is three quarters buried and it looks impossible to get your ball out cleanly. It is a dreaded shot for most players because the chances of success is greatly dwindled. Well, fortunately, there is a simple technique that makes this shot as easy as chipping out of the fairway. Seem too good to be true, read on a check it out.
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The Grateful Golfer 