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.
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Producing 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.
Continue readingDo You Use A 60° Wedge?
I carry a 60° wedge. I made the decision years ago to remove my 5 wood and replace it with a lob wedge. I feel that my wedge play is more important than the distance I gain from the wood. It took a bit of time to learn how to properly use a lob wedge, but I think I have a pretty good grasp on how and when to use it. To be fair to you the reader, this was a difficult club to learn how to use and I use it sparingly. There are several times a round where a lob wedge does come in handy and fortunately I took the time to hone its use. Does that mean that the 60° wedge is for everyone…..that is a personal decision.
Continue readingHigh Pitch Shots Explained
The high pitch shot is one of the more difficult skills to master in golf. It requires a great deal of confidence to swing fast at a ball that is close to green. Additionally, the mechanics does cause some challenges to the less skilled players, however it is a shot that most elite players have developed (in one form or another) in order to refine their short game. I use this shot from time to time, but it was not until recently that I realized my aim point was wrong and I was following through incorrectly. To continually seek improvement in my short game, I found a simple process that helps eliminate my high pitch aiming challenges.
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The Grateful Golfer 