Tips & Guides

Club speed is the speed of your club head before an impact with the ball. Ball speed is the speed of the ball launching after impact. Ball speed is generally a better indicator of how far the ball goes than club speed. When I started golfing, I thought they were the same thing. And although they’re not, they do have a relation. In most cases, a fast club speed creates a faster ball speed, resulting in longer distances. What’s fascinating is you can easily measure and improve both speeds by slightly modifying your swing mechanics. Let’s find out how in this post.

Adjust your weight shift, rotation, or downswing to control your over-the-top swing immediately. Narrowing it to one or a combination of these elements is the first step to improvement, and you can identify that right now with this guide. However, recognizing the problem doesn’t cure it, so I included some of the most effective drills I’ve used with students of all ages with much success. These may seem simple, but their impact will be felt throughout your entire set. Whether you struggle with over-the-top swings on your driver, woods, irons, or all three, use the information below to squash this

You cannot shoot your best scores unless you understand the golf ball flight laws and how they apply to your specific shots. If you’ve ever wondered why you always hit fades or slices, these laws will answer all your questions and explain the nine types of ball flight all golfers need to know. In this article, I’ll discuss the differences between the old and new golf ball flight laws in simple terms so you can quickly understand why changes were made and how they impact the game to improve your golf swing. This is not just for advanced golfers. I teach

Many amateurs lose distance because they have failed to address the spin rate of their driver. The optimal spin rate should be below 3000 RPM; to get there, you’ll most likely have to shallow your angle of attack. This isn’t as hard as it sounds, and I’ll explain it all below, but it will take a few visits to the range—visits that will be well worth it. I’ve always been a high-ball striker, so you can imagine my surprise when launch monitors became common and I could see my stats. I had to learn how to reduce driver spin immediately.

To properly hit down on the golf ball, we all have to ensure our setup is correct, our weight transfers evenly, and our wrists stay cocked for as long as possible. Doing these few things will ensure your club head finds the front of the ball first to create loft and consistency with all clubs. I’ve outlined the most important factors to understand to ensure these parts of your game are working correctly to hit down on the ball. Once you’ve absorbed those, you can move on to the below-mentioned drills. With dedication and insight into why we hit down

Do you struggle to lower your handicap every year despite making golf goals for yourself? I have been there, and it is frustrating. But we are in this together as casual golfers. That is why I prepared this guide to cover setting golf goals. You will want to learn the difference between a process and an outcome goal. I have provided the guidelines I follow for setting goals and measuring their success. Plus, I share some examples of big and small goals to get you thinking. How To Set Achievable Golf Goals When you set a golf goal, you can

To know how far to stand from a golf ball, do this trick that I learned 42 years ago: Get into a good setup position, with good posture, and address the golf ball. Your hands should be two fists from your lead thigh with your irons. If you’re using wedges, you’ll be slightly closer. If you’re using a driver or woods, you’ll be slightly further away than two fists. That checkpoint will let you know if you are standing a correct distance from the ball. Starting as a six-year-old, this is how I ensured I was the right distance from the

According to the USGA, you can hit a provisional ball if your shot lands near the out-of-bounds line and you cannot see where it ended. This saves you from returning to your original position to hit another shot, but you will incur a penalty stroke. I have hit thousands of provisionals during my 30 years on the golf course, and I welcome the practice for speeding up play. Although the concept is simple, several rules are attached to the practice. At the end of this post answer this rules question, you will know when you can play a provisional, how

Unlike many other sports, golf is challenging because it tests players physically, technically, mentally, and emotionally. This unique combination of demands means mastering golf requires time, patience, and often a sense of humor. Throughout my years of playing and teaching golf, I’ve become accustomed to how golfers vent their frustration. It’s often comical, like when a playing partner at Winter Park Golf Course hit a thin, knee-high shot on the par three. As he threw his club and dropped his head in disgust, he missed seeing his ball miraculously roll into the hole for an ace! Below, you’ll find lessons