There are many tips for hitting our fairway woods properly to maximize distance. I know what I need to do to be successful, but what works for me may not work for you. Regardless, I found a video that encapsulates how I hit a fairway wood and hybrids. It is nothing new, but something fundamental that most golfers should know and understand. Of course there are other tips, but these three are suffice for today.
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Is Playing Golf With You Fun?
There are many reasons why players enjoy playing golf. Many deal with the social aspect of spending 3+ hours in a beautiful place chatting and soaking up the good vibes. Much of this elation stems from the interaction between players. Understanding some of the basic do’s and don’ts goes a long way to ensuring that players are having fun playing golf with you.
Continue readingUsing The ‘Texas Wedge’
The uniqueness of many golf shots are situational dependent. This statement speaks volumes for most golf games. One of the shots rarely used in my neck of the woods is chipping with the Texas Wedge. Basically, it is chipping with a putter! Given the types of golf courses I play in my area, a Texas Wedge is not that useful because of the types of grass and how they are cut. Regardless, this unique club selection is beneficial especially on a tight lie or out of a bunker with no lip.
Continue readingAre You Focused On The Right Golf Fundamental?
Is there one golf fundamental that reigns supreme above all others? Is it your grip? Your stance? Ball position? Is there even one fundamental to tops all the others? There is an answer to that and it might not be what you think. Over the years, there is one basic swing action that continues to remind me of its importance. It is not difficult, but profoundly important!
Continue readingHitting Solid Irons Produces Great Golf Scores
Lower golf scores is the goal for every golfer. Sure, there is the odd player who does not care about their score, however these golfers are a rare breed. Many amateurs struggle with hitting consistent irons and as a result their (my) scores rise higher than expected. The major problem I have noticed relates to players trying to help their ball with respect to distance, direction and flight. They feel that their ball needs some assistance to achieve their desired outcome, when nothing farther from the true truth is the reality. There are many reasons for the conundrum, however I will focus on one fix that applies to all shots; a universal approach is a better way to describe it.
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