Harry Vardon is a golfing legend. He not only dominate the world of golf about 100 years ago, he also set the standard for how the game is played today. He has passed on many tidbits of vital information and none more important and to remain calm when playing. It should be the cornerstone of your game if want to consistently shoot low golf scores. Continue reading
The Unofficial 2019 New Rules Test
The new rules are almost upon us and I came across a video that will see if you are ready for the new changes. It is, of course, unofficial but lots of fun. So, take a look at this 30 second video and see how many of the 2016 rules are broken. I am interested to hear what you have to say. I will post the your answers after Christmas. Continue reading
But This Is The Way We Have Always Done This!
Man, how I hate this statement. I am not a person who seeks change for change sake, yet I am not a person to sit back and let inefficiency rule the day. At work, the statement “But This Is The Way We Have Always Done This” is said when people resistant to change (or do not know a better way) are challenged on any specific process and do not know why they follow the process. Additionally, they are not interested in changing because it is easier to keep doing things the old way whether it makes sense or not.
Well, this situation also applies when we examine our golf game. Many espouse the above statement and as a result, never really find any positive change in their game. Continue reading
Steel and Graphite Shafts May Not Be Our Only Choice
Golf is a game of evolution. Technology drives the changes and none more important that in the shaft of the golf club. Made of wood originally, it switched to hickory (more wood), then steel, and finally graphite. I grew up using steel in all my clubs and I have to say that it is my preference over graphite. I realize I am flying in the face of the norm, but I only use graphite shafts in my woods and hybrids because I have too! I miss the feel of steel shafts in my longer clubs. So, here we are with a conundrum. Continue reading
Myths Busted About Golf Balls
I stumbled across this video on golf ball myths and found it very interesting. Clay Ballard from Top Speed Golf debunks some ideas about golf balls that many amateurs should know. As you watch the video, Ballard provides stats on golf ball performance that could save you money in the long run. Up front, I am not associated with Top Speed Golf or any specific golf ball and the information provided is for you to use as you see fit. Continue reading
