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PRO-LIKE BACKSWING is yours
If you want more pars, let’s get your backswing more pro-like. Understanding the simple keys to help you improve your backswing will make the downswing that much easier so you can get the slice, weak-rights, pulls and no distance outta the bag. I share cues and feels to help you get down and arou...
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IMPACT & SEQUENCE – ALL IN ONE TIP
If you want more pars, but you’re struggling with achieving solid ball striking consistently, then let’s groove your impact position AND sequence with the help of an impact bag. he bag between the legs is ideal for players that are a little overactive with the legs during the back or downswing, ...
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SEQUENCE KILLER the back foot & the fox
If you want more pars, but struggle from less than solid shots off the tee and fairway, let’s take a look at your trail foot. Players that are upper body dominant typically have the back foot as the partner in crime. Instead, of trying to tackle the upper body, focus on the back foot. Keep it pl...
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Step Drill for Sequencing with Nick & Christina
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the HARRY POTTER move
I am a firm believer that there is no cookie-cutter swing. Everyone is unique. That said, we do need certain variables for successful ball striking. Kimberly is a great example of a unique swing. She called it “the Harry Potter move”. I called it the “Twirly-Twirl” that resembled a Matthew Wolff...
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3 PRO SWING KEYS
If you want more pars, let’s take a look at one of the cleanest swings on the LPGA TOUR. Can you guess who that is? I share three keys from her swing that you can copy for your own swing. We dive into hip rotation, transition, lead wrist during the downswing and more. Plus, we get a surprise visi...
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SADDLE UP to understand the Kinematic Sequence
If you want more pars, head to your local horse saddlery and get yourself a horse whip to groove sequence. You can also flip your driver upside down or use a shaft. The sequence is technically called the Kinematic Sequence which represents the order of events during the downswing: Legs–Thorax/Ob...
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DOWNSWING POSTURE (HOW TO STAY IN THE SHOT)
If you want more pars but struggle with blocks, slices or pulls, then let’s make sure that you have enough forward bend on the downswing. Players that early extend, come over the top (upper body dominant) or simply stand up, are missing the all-important forward bend. To get even a little, you ne...
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Get More Width – not collapsy
If you want more pars, but struggle with solid ball striking, then let’s make sure that you are not collapsing on either side of the fence. You’re the fence post. We need width on either side to stay on the swing arc for MUCH better ball striking. So, let’s get to it!
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TWO STEEP CULPRITS (don't skirt the issue)
If you want more pars, but struggle with no distance or wayward shots, let’s make sure that you are not cheatin’ during the takeaway, leaving your chest in the dust OR pulling the handle down in an effort to drop the hands into the slot. So, let’s get to it!
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TOUR TEMPO with ONE BEAT
If you want more pars, but struggle with less than solid shots off the tee and from the fairway, let’s take a look at your overall rhythm. Oftentimes, players get a little quick– either right from the start or very popular — during the transition..If you look at the best ball strikers in the wor...
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LEAD LEG EXTENSION cues for success
If you want more pars, I share some great feels and timing to help you better leverage the ground during the downswing through an example of an outstanding LPGA Player. Be sure to watch last Saturday’s tip featuring Josh Koch where we dive deeper into this topic. So, let’s get to it!
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GET MORE EXTENSION and more baby draws
If you want more pars but struggle with slices, pulls, blocks or lack of distance, then let’s take a look at the popular culprits that can prevent you from starting the ball slightly right of the target line. This is key if you are looking for that baby draw. So, let’s get to it!
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What's Your Wedge Style?
If you want more pars, but you’re struggling with wedge approach shots, then let’s first define your style of swing. For example, I have a different style of swing than Karen Jansen @cardiogolf. I use more of my body whereas Karen likes to feel these wedge shots as a mini-swing. Everyone is diff...
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Get Off My Back
GET THE DRUNK OFF YOUR BACK featuring Brian Manzella! If you want more pars, but struggle with extension–your arms are collapsed or chicken-winging through the ball–then let’s head to Bourbon Street in New Orleans. Brian shares a great visual to help get that clearance for more extension and lon...
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LOST DISTANCE FROM THE TEE OR FAIRWAY?
If you want more pars, but feel like your ball striking is off and your distance has tanked, be sure to check this area of your body during the load of your backswing, It is a subtle feel that is often missed or easily forgotten. I know for me, when my swing is off, this is the first things I lo...
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CORE INTENTIONS
If you want more pars, but you need a feel or cue to help you engage the true engine of the golf swing (the obliques), then this tip is for you. Be sure to watch last Saturday’s tip where Josh and I dive deep into this very important swing essential. So, let’s get to it!
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ARE YOU ACROSS THE LINE?
If you want more pars, understanding where your shaft is at the top of the swing is paramount for downswing success. Part of that equation is the grip and wrist conditions. Many players get across the line with a wide open face and that means serious trouble if you are not then able to shallow a...
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PUTTING: GOT THE YIPS OR AN UNSTABLE FACE
If you want more pars, but feel like the putter face is not stable producing off0cent and less-than-solid trikes on the green, then try this awesome drill to FEEL solid. I learned this tip from Dave Moreland IV (PGA TOUR, CHAMPIONS TOUR). It’s an easy way to feel a stable putter face. So, let’s ...
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HOW TO SHALLOW THE CLUB with a red solo cup
If you want more pars, but struggle with slices, pulls, no distance and just not solid, head to the kitchen and get a red solo cup. We’ll use it as our coach to ensure the clubface is square, that your takeaway is spot on, your downswing is on plane and shallowing AND that you are releasing the c...
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Rotation Matchups - What's Best For You?
Rotation Matchups means pairing your body pivot wand release pattern for more consistency. I cover in detail how to find the best matchup for your swing style.
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SWING ARC 101 let’s dive deep for that baby draw
If you want more pars and that baby draw, but instead struggle from less than solid shots off the tee and fairway, let's take a close look at what the swing arc is and how that affects swing direction. From there, we’ll tackle the culprits that stand in the way of swinging in-to-out for that draw...
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RELEASE MADE SUPER-SIMPLE
In this quick tip, I give you a simple cue to help you with the release of the club. Many players really struggle with this, but not for long. I highly recommend that you watch last Saturday’s tip April 10: UNDERSTANDING THE RELEASE featuring GEARS GOLF. It provides an in-depth look on what the ...
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Wrists at Impact - get them Zip-Zinging!
If you want more pars, but struggle with distance, let me show you how to get the wrists releasing like lightning. The first step is understanding how they work and how to place the club in your hands — key to that effort. The next step is to crack the lightning or light the match. So, let’s get ...