The golf swing is a complex beast. There are so many mistakes that can be made that drain power that it’s mind boggling: casting, late weight transfer, poor swing plane, getting “stuck” on the downswing. The list goes on. But one of the most fixable things that we may not be doing and don’t even realize it, is hitting the ball consistently in the sweet spot of the club.
I’ve heard it said that Bobby Jones used to [...]
posted in Ball Striking Tips • 4 Comments
Let me be more specific: this is about my biggest swing flaw. If I start getting into general flaws, we’re going to be here a while.
I have a case of “chicken wing”. No, I didn’t say I ate a case of chicken wings. I said I have a horrible swing affliction. For those unaware, “chicken wing” refers to a problem where the left arm and wrist don’t stay firm at impact and break down. [...]
posted in Ball Striking Tips, My Progress • 2 Comments
I think this phrase is one of the most overused pieces of misleading advice that circulates around the golf world. It’s most often heard after one player in a group bombs a big one down the fairway and the others are feeling a little inadequate.
Certainly, those who have given it real thought realize that the intent is correct. That is, to stress that putting (and the short game overall, for that matter) are critical for scoring. That’s [...]
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My name is Mike Gray and I'm a software engineer pursuing my dream to become a golf pro.
Life in the Rough is a chronicle of my journey. It covers my progress, my successes, my setbacks. I'll share everything I learn and do along the way, including reviews and tips. Maybe what I learn can help you too.
