The recently completed Open Championship at Royal Birkdale still has me shaking my head in amazement. The drama of the last hour of the tournament served as a fitting example
I watch players every day throwing down alignment sticks to check their aim while practicing on the range. It’s a great idea. Anybody who plays the game recognizes the importance
Have you ever noticed how calm professional athletes appear when you are watching them on television? I notice it all the time, and it fascinates me. In fact, I am
Have you ever thought about the keys to becoming a good putter? Let’s face it, most of you probably don’t spend nearly as much time on the practice green as
We are at that time of year where junior golf camps begin popping up throughout courses around the nation. It’s an awesome sight to see, and it’s perhaps the most
I recently began reading a book given to me by one of my students. The book is titled “Be a Player,” and it’s co-written by Pia Nilsson and Lynn Marriott.
Do you keep track of your statistics on the golf course? The statistic that I hear most golfers talk about is the number of fairways hit during a round of
How do you warm up before a round of golf? Every player seems to have their own routine, and there is no absolute right or wrong way to warm up.
Over coaching in youth sports is a common occurrence these days. Regardless of the sport, you can witness coaches and parents over coaching young athletes at nearly every sporting event
Golf is a difficult game. It seems to change day-to-day, hole-to-hole, and even swing-to-swing. At times, the game can seem relatively simple, while at others it can be the most
This year’s U.S. Open was a great tournament in many aspects. The golf course looked beautiful. Erin Hills will certainly become a popular getaway destination based on the coverage it
Do you have a ‘go to’ shot? I’m referring to that type of shot you can trust during a pressure packed moment on the course. That shot when you need
Do you believe in superstitions? I’m sure many of you do. Perhaps you have a lucky rabbit’s foot, or you are fearful of a black cat crossing your path. These
I grew up playing golf with two wedges. I had a pitching wedge, and a sand wedge. Virtually every shot I ever had to hit near a green was done
I have been incredibly fortunate in golf. Having grown up in New Mexico, I was a childhood friend and rival of Notah Begay. Begay would go on to attend Stanford
Do you ever wonder what the most important keys to your golf game might be? I’m sure that most of you have aspects of your game that you consider strengths,
With summer approaching, it’s time to start planning some getaway golf excursions with your family and friends. We are fortunate to live here in Southern California, because our options are
Are you easily affected by noise, and other distractions, on the golf course? I am not referring to birds chirping in the trees, or squirrels rummaging through your snacks on
The NCAA College Golf Championships will wrap up this month at Rich Harvest Farms outside of Chicago, and I’m sure it will be an exciting conclusion to a great season.
Speed is a tricky topic when it comes to the golf swing. These days, it is difficult to determine if you are supposed to swing slow, or if you’re supposed
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