Out of the Bunker: Getting some holiday practice
November 24, 2017
We are officially into my favorite time of year. The weather is finally cooler, my kids wake up easier in the morning because the sun is up, and the holidays
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Black Friday: Busiest golf day of the year
November 24, 2017
Black Friday. Those two words can turn the most casual shopper into hysterics this time of year. The sweet deals, and the huge crowds offer an adrenaline rush many of
Out of the Bunker: Passing the eyeball test
November 17, 2017
One of my favorite things to do at the golf course is to sit back and watch players playing and practicing. No two players look exactly alike, and for that
A parent’s dilemma
November 17, 2017
I feel so fortunate to have been blessed with two beautiful, healthy children. My daughter will be going into high school next year, and is surrounded everyday by wonderful friends
Some golfers say it’s all right!
November 10, 2017
Nearly all right-handed golfers I work with are concerned only with their left arm during their golf swing. The idea is to keep your left arm straight during your
Becoming the greats — a golfer’s Halloween
November 10, 2017
I was recently watching my seven-year old son enthusiastically put on his Stormtrooper costume in preparation for Halloween trick-or-treating. Watching his face light up made me feel great, and his
Looking in the golf menu
November 3, 2017
Have you ever paid attention to the different sized menus you get at various restaurants? Some offer pages and pages of options, while others offer only a handful of options.
Out of the bunker: choosing the right putter
November 3, 2017
I was rummaging through my garage the other day, and I came across about 10 old putters of mine. I had a little bit of everything. From an old bullseye
SCV Dodgers fans thankful for World Series ride
November 2, 2017
With the cost of World Series tickets outpricing many fans, a hoard of Dodgers faithful packed Schooners in Santa Clarita to watch the team battle the Astros in the first
Stevenson Ranch residents getting unique view of Dodgers World Series run
October 27, 2017
Stevenson Ranch residents Manuel Lujan and John Hartung both have vivid memories of where they were the last time the Dodgers were in the World Series. Hartung was 19 years
Out of the bunker: Remember — just breathe
October 27, 2017
Golf is a funny game. It can turn even the calmest person into a nervous wreck in the span of only a couple of swings. As many of you have
Will Tiger Woods be back?
October 27, 2017
Word is quickly spreading throughout the golf world that Tiger Woods is healthy, and ready to return to the PGA Tour. That is great news for television networks, and I
Pat Valaika and other SCV baseball products take part in youth clinic
October 21, 2017
As far as Southern California club baseball teams go, few can tout a laundry list of players currently affiliated with Major League Baseball organizations like the Playa Vista Orioles. That
Out of the Bunker: The Proper Practice Swing
October 20, 2017
Do you find it necessary to always take a practice swing? I would assume that nearly all of you will say “yes.” It is one of those habits that is
The new PGA tour season
October 20, 2017
The 2017-2018 PGA Tour Season kicked off last week in Napa, California at the Safeway Open. Brendan Steele was the tournament winner, and immediately finds himself on top of the
Out of the bunker: Make sure you’re comfortable with your grip
October 13, 2017
I work with players all the time who struggle getting comfortable with the way they grip the golf club. Sometimes the left hand feels wrong, sometimes the right hand feels
Hans Kersting: Mind over matter
October 13, 2017
I get asked quite often if golf is more mental, or physical? It’s a difficult question to answer, because to be a good golfer you need to be quite adept
The Importance of Good Posture
October 6, 2017
How much thought do you put into your posture on a daily basis? As a parent, I tend to emphasize this idea with my children. “Stand tall, keep your back
Ryder Cup vs. President’s Cup
October 6, 2017
The 2017 President’s Cup is certain to be an exciting event. I am writing this a few days prior to the beginning of the tournament, and I can’t wait to
Out of the Bunker: Practice with a purpose
September 29, 2017
Do you practice with a purpose? I’m sure most of you feel that the purpose of practice is to get better. That is correct. However, the purpose behind your practice