Pro Sports

SCV in MLB alumni update

Seven was a recurring number for the Cleveland Indians on Thursday night. They broke a tie in the seventh inning to beat the Angels 2-1 for their seventh straight win,

Out of the bunker: Higher equals straighter

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

A moment of anxiety

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

Blue Heat women’s soccer falls in final

The Santa Clarita Blue Heat fought and fought against a staunch Grand Rapids defense, but upon the final whistle in extra time, reality set in. The local pro-am team had

Focus on distance control on your putts

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

The Importance of Junior Golf

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

The meaning of awareness

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.

It’s a numbers game

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

The negative effects of over coaching

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

Has the U.S. Open Lost its Identity?

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 golf superstition?

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

Practice with one club

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