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Putting in your Basement

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Winter Wonderland!

We golfers in the northern climes are housebound due to the crazy weather. We have to find a way to keep our game sharp and focused. Of course, without taking full swings, it becomes more difficult every day.

Over the years, I have tried different things to work on my game, but with little success. It seems I cannot simulate anything of significance in my basement. This year, I am going to try something different by focusing on the more refined aspects of my game; specifically, putting. Continue reading →

Golf Thought of the Day!

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Everyone has a thought of the day and today, mine focuses around confidence! It transcends golf and it is a the core of success! Continue reading →

Paying for Golf in 2017

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A man holds the new Canadian 100 dollar bill made of polymer in Toronto November 14, 2011. REUTERS/Mark Blinch

REUTERS/Mark Blinch

This quick post is for all those who wondering how to pay for their golf in 2017. Traditionally, I am a member at one course and play periodically at different courses for tournaments or fun rounds. But, this method of payment does not work for everyone.

Golf can be expensive and most discerning golfers try to stretch their dollar to maximize their play throughout the year. It is difficult sometimes, but for the most part, it takes a bit of research and ingenuity.

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Training in the Off-Season

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Training in the golf off-season is a fundamental activity for any golfer. For me, it is critical to prepare for what comes next in my game. I am not a physical trainer, nor do I profess to be an expert in building training programs. I do, however, understand the importance of being physically fit for golf and life in general.

As an aging golfer (this is relative), I find that staying fit is easier than trying to get fit. I find that I recover from physical exertion faster if I stay fit. I sleep better, feel better and my general attitude remains positive if I stay physical fit. So, and I guess you figured this out by now, that training in the off-season has many benefits that transcend golf. Continue reading →

The Science of Golf

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Science is the core factor to innovative changes to new golf equipment or at least to manufacturers. Personally, I do not understand most of the physics behind golf, but I can appreciate that science is important to playing great golf.

Bryson DeChambeau has taken ‘the science of golf’ to a new level. A recent US Amateur Champion and low amateur at the 2016 Masters, DeChambeau is also a “mad scientist of sorts”. Continue reading →