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The Hard Work Of Breaking A Golf Slump

Posted on May 5, 2013 by

First, many thanks to all those who provided advice on how to break out, especially Vet.  The address position analysis (grip change) continues to help immensely and the slump is almost over.  Technically, I’m still in the slump because my … Continue reading →

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Golf psychology and mental game tips

Posted on May 22, 2012 by

Been fielding a lot of questions from friends, colleagues, and playing partners on how to improve their golf without a lot of practice.  Perfect opportunity to discuss the mental game because it doesn’t take a lot of time.  I’m not … Continue reading →

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Great putting tip; done with Stockton!

Posted on December 2, 2011 by

Earlier I had written a post on the Stockton putting method and my attempts to implement.  A few rounds of trying to pull my left hand at the target eventually killed all feel on my lag putts and I hit … Continue reading →

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Can you have fun playing bad golf?

Posted on November 23, 2011 by

Think back to the worst round of golf you’ve played.  I don’t have to go far because today was mine.  This four-handicap shot a 27-over 98 at Blue Mash but still had fun.  Can you have fun playing bad golf? … Continue reading →

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Golf tips – what’s the best and worst?

Posted on November 19, 2011 by

On a recent business trip, I pulled out the latest Golf Tips magazine and scoured cover-to-cover looking for that elusive nugget to give me an edge.  This being their “100 best” issue, I was certain I would find the treasure … Continue reading →

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Do you golf like a gorilla or a surgeon?

Posted on November 2, 2011 by

What kind of personality do you play to on the golf course?  Are you constantly trying to muscle up, bust the driver, and hit all the par fives in two?  Do you get your greatest thrill from thrilling others?  Or … Continue reading →

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Greg Norman weighs in on Tiger

Posted on October 4, 2011 by

Great article at golf.com on Norman’s views on Tiger.  I was a huge Greg Norman fan in his heyday and found his points on the lack of a mentor for Tiger very telling and was interested to learn that Norman … Continue reading →

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Pinehurst – Resort and Course Reviews

Posted on September 6, 2011 by

Resort Review: Just returned from an excellent trip to Pinehurst Resort for three days of golf at one of America’s premier destinations.  Here’s a link to the trip photo and video album.  Played the #8 course on Saturday, #4 on … Continue reading →

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Game is peaking for Pinehurst!

Posted on August 23, 2011 by

11 days and counting until Pinehurst!  The good news is that last weekend I practiced twice at Bear Trap Dunes in Delaware and felt real good.  The second day’s practice included full swing and short game and was extremely productive.  … Continue reading →

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Fred Couples Presidents Cup picks – budding controversy?

Posted on August 18, 2011 by

I read a disturbing blog post in USA Today where Freddy C is advocating use of a captain’s pick for Tiger Woods.  Don’t do it Freddy, make him play his way on the team.  The competition is set for November … Continue reading →

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Tiger Returns

Posted on July 30, 2011 by

Well put a nine-iron through the window, look who’s coming back to play golf.  If you ascribe to the Horses for Courses theory, this is the right move for the seven-time Firestone winner.  Despite his historical dominance, Tiger finished 78th … Continue reading →

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Olympic Golf – Really?

Posted on July 26, 2011 by

What is the point of adding golf to the Olympic Games?  I know this decision was made in 2009 for the 2016 games, but does anyone really think this will add any interest outside of what is already been generated … Continue reading →

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Avoiding distractions

Posted on July 3, 2011 by

So out I went on Sunday of the July 4th holiday weekend at 9:30 a.m. to my local muni with thoughts of spending a couple hours working on my game.  To my delight, I arrived at an empty short game … Continue reading →

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Getting wedded to length

Posted on June 30, 2011 by

Recently, a friend loaned me a Big Bertha FT3 driver.  When hit well, this club delivers 20-30 yards over my Taylor Made R7.  How enticing to play from areas of the course not previously visited!  Next time out, I found … Continue reading →

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The great debate: Walk or ride?

Posted on June 24, 2011 by

I’m in the walking camp and truly believe one’s game is enhanced to the tune of three strokes better per round by walking.  On foot you get into a rhythm, get a better feel for the course, can judge the … Continue reading →

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Celtic Tiger?

Posted on June 21, 2011 by

Whoa, not so fast, Karen McKevitt.  She’s a politician in Northern Ireland, and coined the phrase to describe Rory McIlroy fresh off his U.S. Open triumph.  While McIlroy’s performance was stellar and dominating, a run of majors similar to to … Continue reading →

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Great Saturday at the U.S. Open

Posted on June 18, 2011 by

I’ve been to a lot of professional golf tournaments but this was my first major and what an eye opener.  The place was packed because of the delayed start (2nd round finish in the morning) and 3rd round play didn’t … Continue reading →

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Ten minutes from parking lot to the tee – help!

Posted on June 15, 2011 by

It’s happened to every one of us, so how do you get an emergency warm-up in a rush situation?  Two keys to focus on:  prepare your body to make an athletic move and get a feel for how the course … Continue reading →

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What’s on your reading list?

Posted on June 13, 2011 by

Top picks from my golf library: Best swing instruction: Ben Hogan’s Five Lessons by Ben Hogan Best on the mental game:  Putting Out of Your Mind by Dr. Bob Rotella Best story:  Final Rounds by James Dobson Best professional insights:  … Continue reading →

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Ouch! Sergio Garcia cards an 11 in the first round at Memphis

Posted on June 10, 2011 by

Just when you thought the guy was rounding into form he pulls this out of the bag.  After driving it 336 yards on the par – 5 third hole, he tried three times to hook a ball around a tree … Continue reading →

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