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Tuesday, May 11th, 2010
According to the National Golf Foundation, a bunch of people who get paid to figure out stuff like this, the average score shot by the 25 million or so American golfers is 102. A mere 10 percent of all players consistently break 100 in golf. Only 5 percent break 90, and fewer than 1 percent break 80.
After interviewing hundreds of professional golf schools that have trained hundreds of thousands of golfers over the years, the information comes to the following conclusions:
* In a typical round, golfers who consistently break 100 but fail to shoot lower than 90 hit only four fairways with their tee shots, take 40 putts, and usually don't make any birdies.
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Friday, March 26th, 2010
Copyright © 2010 Jack Moorehouse
There are two keys to mastering sand play. The first is setting realistic goals when practicing. Instead of trying to place it a foot or two from the pin, work on just escaping the bunker and hitting the green every time. After you've reached this goal, set a new goal of getting the ball within 10 feet of the pin. Then, set a goal of six feet. Keep setting new goals until you're able to place the ball within a foot or two of the pin every time.
The second key to mastering sand play is perfecting technique. If you're hitting bunker shots with the wrong technique, you're not going to improve. In fact, you'll probably get worse. So make sure you're technique is sound. If you're not sure, take some golf lessons or study golf tips from a magazine or a newsletter. Just makes sure your using the right technique. Good sand play can chip a stroke or two from your golf handicap.
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Sunday, March 21st, 2010
You are about to learn the most efficient way to set yourself up to playing the best short iron shot possible. The key is choosing the right path. Yes, the right path will allow you to go crazy with your iron shots with better accuracy.
The correct path to the green is the one that has the least amount of obstacles between you and the green. It should also present a decent angle toward the green for the next shot. And if you do not have both of these things in hand, then you need to reconsider the iron shot you have in mind.
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Thursday, March 18th, 2010
Wouldn't it be nice if every sand shot was as easy as the golf books and videos tell you it is? But as you know, there are so many little factors that come into play that you need to work around.
Check out the following list of things to consider when playing from the sand bunker:
1) Light-colored sand tends to be lighter in weight and texture, and dry out quicker when it gets wet. Darker sand tends to be heavier (swing harder) and hold moisture more (swing easier). How is that for confusing? You have to make a determination if the dark sand is wet. Which quality will dominate? My Answer: Probably the wetness.
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Sunday, March 14th, 2010
Copyright © 2010 Jack Moorehouse
Personal records drive golfers to succeed. Setting a goal of breaking 90 for the first time or chopping two strokes from your golf handicap compels us to work hard, practice smart, and stay focused. It also compels use to think differently when facing difficult shots. We continually find ourselves asking the question: What's the best shot in this situation? When it's all over, you want to know if you're playing the right shot at critical times in the round.
One way to do that is to develop "go-to" shots for difficult situations, like hitting from behind a tree. We've talked about how go-to shots can help golfers in my golf tips newsletter. Using them in key situations harnesses your ability and takes advantage of your on the course strengths. More important, it lets you control the situation rather than letting the situation control you. To capitalize on this approach, you must develop an arsenal of shots you can use in the clutch. Below we discuss go-to shots in three key situations.
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Wednesday, March 10th, 2010
Copyright © 2010 Jack Moorehouse
Even players who thrive on crushing the ball know that hitting it long isn't always the best strategy. Sometimes, they need to hang back and save that muscle for another time. We call it playing smart. Tiger Woods is a great example of a player who plays smart. He knows when take what the situation gives him. That's one reason why he's one of the world's best golfers. For weekend golfers, playing smart can save strokes and keep your golf handicap from ballooning.
But playing smart isn't always the first thing on your mind when in trouble. Many golfers try "miracle shots" to salvage the situation when in trouble. Often, it's a shot they've never hit before. Save miracle shots for when you must try one. The rest of the time, play smart. It may not seem like the best strategy, but it can save you strokes later on. In my golf lessons I emphasize three situations when playing smart works well. Below I describe these situations and provide golf tips on how to play them.
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Tuesday, March 9th, 2010
There is no doubt that the golf swing is a relatively complex mechanical action that requires a specific sequence of movements in order to create a dynamic impact position.
One of the top swing flaws is 'paralysis by analysis' which destroys the natural flow of the swing.
Many golfers make the critical mistake of trying to manipulate the golf club into certain positions on their down swing. They think because they see these positions in magazine that they need to manually replicate them.
The golf swing is meant to be a natural movement. It should be a nice fluid, free flowing movement from start to finish.
With this in mind let's commence with the 5 steps necessary to create the perfect golf swing;
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Tuesday, February 23rd, 2010
Professional golfers are not only very talented, but they play smart, strategic golf. And it is the "smart, strategic..." that separates them from the good amateurs and the average club professional. They know how to stay in the moment and avoid distractions by being very focused when it comes to hitting that golf shot.
Yes, they practice for hours so that they can repeat that golf swing over and over again consistently; and they practice virtually every shot they will face when the tournament begins but all good golfers do that. But just as important as it is to making the shots, you have to know where to place those shots to get that right angle to the pin to get those extra birdies and eagles to get into the win column.
Golf is not an easy game at any level.
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Monday, February 22nd, 2010
There is no doubt that the approach shot to the green is one of the most important shots in your golf game. Hit it high and tight to the pin and you're set up for an excellent birdie opportunity. Hit thin or fat and you're set up for a bogey opportunity or even worse. This is why you need to spend time on the practice range hitting approach shots.
I see many higher handicap golfers struggle with their approach shots into the green. It's understandable as this shot can be a little tricky, but you it certainly doesn't have to get the best of you. Here is a golf teaching aid designed to help you improve your approach shots and begin hitting more greens in regulation. Let's get started.
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Saturday, February 20th, 2010
The following paragraphs summarize the work of golf lessons experts who are completely familiar with all the aspects of golf lessons. Heed their advice to avoid any golf lessons surprises.
Those of you not familiar with the latest on golf lessons now have at least a basic understanding. But there's more to come.
If you’ve been thinking about taking up golf, or if you’re a golfer in search of a better game, you may have considered golf lessons. But are golf lessons really beneficial? And how do you find a pro who will offer good advice?
There are some who swear that lessons are vital and others who say that practice is the only thing that will improve your golf game. The truth seems to lie somewhere in the middle. But before you drop your coach or sign up for lessons, consider what it is that you hope golf lessons will accomplish. Outlining your goals may help you decide whether you truly need lessons or simply more time on the course.
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