Golf is an individual sport. Yes, we can play in team events, but ultimately, the onus is on the individual player to play well. Through the years, I experienced the gambit of stellar to poor play. It is the nature of the golf and as an amateur, it is the reality of my game. As I watch players go through sour patches, I am amazed that some have the tendency to look for something to blame! Continue reading
Talking to a Golf Salesman
Can you tell very quickly of a Golf Salesperson knows their stuff? You know, you start chatting with them and they agree with everything you say and start to push specific products because it will definitely “improve your game”! Over the past few years, I have run into a couple of people who I would not trust and a couple I was okay with. But, I have not run into any I thought really knew their stuff. Has this happened to you? Continue reading
Endless Possibilities on the Golf Course
You know, one of the aspects of golf I like the most are the possibilities. Every shot offers hope abound with a chance of disaster. Now how exciting is that? I have watched players bunt their ball up the fair way in 5 strokes, just to chip in for a 6. The elation on their face is amazing. I have watch a perfect approach shot that would have stop inches from the pin, hit the top of a ball on the green, only to richocet into the hazard; a double show up on the scorecard. Golf has endless possibilities!
Does Your Local Golf Course Meet Your Needs
Well, golf season is almost upon those of us in norther climes. It is not time to determine where we want to spend our hard cash to ensure we are receiving the most value for our buck. I have looked at my local courses and I believe I have chosen the one that best suits my needs. Have you? Continue reading
An Interesting Chipping Game to Lower Your Scores
Jeff Hutchinson demonstrating his chipping prowess!
We talk about how important our short game is to low golf scores. Being able to successfully hit out of trouble is a game saver. I am always trying to find new and fun ways to improve my short game without having the stress of focusing on form.
Sometimes the best way to learn the skill of chipping is to just do it! I think of other sports and realize that everyone had some sort of game attached to the practice. For example, in basketball we played HORSE, around the world, blind 21, and king of the world. All of these games helped improve my shooting and foot work while having fun. I think golf needs more of this…..wait, maybe there is something! Continue reading
The Grateful Golfer 