How often have we turned up for the medal round, exchanged pleasantries with our playing partners and, upon swapping cards, noted that our handicap is well below others in the group? You intend to show them a thing or two! You outdrive them all by 70 yards and are feeling cock-of-the-walk. However, plans soon go awry when you duff your approach, followed by a three putt. Your “dottery” partner finished with a tidy par. What the heck just happened? [Read more…]
5 Things To Do To Hit Your Drive Farther
When you watch professionals like Bubba Watson and Rory McIlroy bombing balls 320+ yards straight down the fairway, it is hard not to be envious. [Read more…]
5 Ways To Hit Your Drive Straighter
When it comes to golf, driver distance is believed to be so important. PGA Tour broadcasts are highlighted by Shot Tracker animations showing just how far each star can blast their tee shots. Golf courses have been stretched out to almost unplayable lengths. With each new release from the club manufacturers, there’s promise of “even more distance.” [Read more…]
3 Reasons Why You Should Be Hitting from The Ladies’ Tees
The only time most male golfers think about the ladies’ tee is when they’ve hit an exceptionally poor tee shot and they’re worried that it might not make it past them. Although some courses still have ladies’ tees, many are changing to various sets based on ability instead. On these tees, the higher your handicap, the further forward you start — whatever your gender. [Read more…]
Spend 30 Minutes A Week Doing This
You have probably heard the saying, “Drive for show, putt for dough.” The adage always holds true. [Read more…]
Do You Really Need a Range Finder? 5 Reasons You Do
Distance measuring devices have transformed the game of golf. Since they were first added to golf bags, devices like laser range finders, GPS watches, applications and other range finders have been aiding in game improvement and enjoyment for golfers around the world. [Read more…]
Why You Always Want a Divot
Should you take a divot? Most average golfers don’t take one, and some do but before the ball (a fat shot). But you shouldn’t fear the divot, as taking one a few inches in front of the golf ball is a trait of all the greatest ball strikers. You should be making a divot with every club in your bag, with the exception of your driver and putter, and in some cases your fairway woods. [Read more…]