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Shanking the Golf Ball?

Absolutely NOTHING feels worse to a golfer than taking what feels like a great swing at the golf ball and seeing that ball go dead RIGHT (or for the left-handed player, dead LEFT). “The Shanks” begin as simple golf swing flaw and then progress into a total mental meltdown. Even Pros get the shanks - watch this video of Tiger Woods hitting a shank golf shot! Then, keep reading and listen to one casual golfers story of going from his best golf ever… to a serious case of the shanks.

How To Putt Better

Drive for show, putt for dough. That’s a well known, and very TRUE saying, among all golfers. Learning how to putt better and more consistently can make a major impact on your golf score. Let’s talk about how to putt better AND watch that classic clip from CaddyShack - the “Be the Ball” Video.

Proper Golf BackSwing and Take Away

Now that you’ve learned the proper golf grip to have and mastered the correct set up/ how to address to the golf ball, it’s time to breakdown and analyze a good take away and back swing for a consistent golf swing. Let’s also take a look at the things that can go wrong during the take away and backswing process.

How To Improve Your Golf Game at the Driving Range

The first step to improve your golf game, no matter what level you are, is practice. Working at a driving range is one of the best ways to improve your golf game, with or without the guidance and advice of a golf pro. Spend time on the driving range to improve your stance, posture, grip and swing without having to worry about holding other golfers up from their own games. The driving range can also be a more relaxed atmosphere, taking away some of the competitive edge that you might find on the course.

Proper Driver Set Up Video

Quick video detailing the correct way to set up for a driver tee shot. Hitting more fairways is crucial to lower golf scores (and a MUCH more enjoyable round of golf). Learn the correct way to set up with your driver in this video.

How To Address the Golf Ball

The Address

Setting up over the golf ball is the next step in having a proper golf swing. Simple things like improper chin position while addressing the golf ball can lead to many topped golf shots… and a higher golf score. Keep reading to learn the correct way to set up for your golf swing.