Fixing a Slice

I do not usually slice or push the ball. If I miss it is usually left, but that is a story for another day. If you do slice, Rick Shiels has a video that is simple to follow and easy to replicate. If you slice the ball, this video is worth watching.

I am a grateful golfer! See you on the links!

Is Your Putting Grip Right For You?

Most golfers have tried a variation of their putting grip. Regardless of how good of a short game we have, trying new putting grips from time to time is a must. Over the years I have tried a few, but have always reverted back to my old faithful. Now, I do not even try new grips because I have confidence that what I use now is best for my game. Can you say the same?

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Making the Perfect Golf Shot: Think – Feel – Play

Every golf shot requires mental and physical effort to execute. The ability to follow proved steps of success in order to shot lower golf scores takes a process that is simple and easy to replicate. Rick Shiels explains the simple three step process that will work for everyone. I use this process most of the time with great results. If you do not have a consistent pre-shot routine, I suggest to give a listen to what Shiels has to say.

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Be A Goldfish In Golf

Recently, I watched a three season comedy call Ted Lasso. There was on short scene that strikes me as fitting for any golfer. Well actually, it is great advice for any competitor. I wish I could have see this quick clip many years ago. For now, I will use it with the teams I coach moving forward.

Basically, do not dwell on poor or missed golf shots. Be a goldfish and focus on the next golf shot!

Have a terrific Tuesday!

I am a grateful golfer! See you on the links!

Stop Topping The Ball

Topping the ball is a challenge that plagues many beginners. I know when I first started this miss hit was a minor issue. I corrected this swing hitch, but I never really thought of how. I just continued to hit more and more balls without being conscious of what I was doing. After all these years of playing, I came across a video by Hank Haney that actually described my error from long ago. It is a simple fix and I wish I knew about it when I first started.

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