Archives for November 2011

Online Lessons

November 19, 2011 by Zach

Have you ever wanted a golf lesson in the privacy of your own home? How about professional swing analysis from a Top 25 instructor for less than half the price of a 30-minute lesson? Now’s your chance! All you need is a camcorder, camera, or cell phone. For $39.95, you will receive a professional swing analysis — complete with voiceover, side-by-side comparison, and detailed conclusion with faults and fixes.

Personal, At-Home Swing Analysis

Follow these simple steps and receive a great golf lesson in the privacy of your own home.

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Greenside Greatness

November 4, 2011 by Zach

1. 40-YARD BUNKER SHOT

As you can see here, I’ve got a 40-yard bunker shot, which is arguably one of the game’s hardest tests. I’ll show you two ways to play it, depending on the kind of sand that you find in the bunker.

The first is when the sand is pretty firm. Take your most lofted wedge (in this case, I’ve chosen my 60° lob wedge) and pick it clean, taking sand only after you hit the ball. To help pick it clean, I’ve moved the ball about an inch back in my stance and am placing a little more weight on my left side. This helps create a downward blow and ensures that the club bottoms out a little bit earlier than usual so I’m sure to catch the ball first. I stand tall at address and remain so through the shot. [Read more…]