There are many ways to achieve a common goal and that is one
of the big reasons why so many amateur golfers get stuck in their quest to
improve. Think about it, you pick up the latest edition of your fav golf
magazine and read an article on a particular topic, let’s say “proper set up.”
Later in the day you turn on the golf channel and they’re giving their version
of the “proper set up.” You go out to play with your Saturday group and your
buddies (who are all closet golf pros) give you their version on “proper set up”
after seeing you struggle through your first 9 holes. Finally you decide it’s
time to see your local pro who no doubt has his/her version of yet the same
topic. The best part is that all the opinions you gather are all different. Is
there only one right theory in that whole bunch? No not at all, in fact
each and every opinion on the subject probably yields reasonable results.
The problem lies in…what works for you! And that is the true
quest towards improvement. One of the toughest things for an amateur golfer to
do is subscribe to one theory and stick with it through both the highs and lows
of the transformation. As soon as one technique starts to go sour we look for
another, then another, and another and so on. Remember there is no quick fix or
short cuts in golf yet golfers continue to look for that pot o’ gold, hence the
reason so many golfers can’t control the urge to purchase the next greatest
driver that claims to cure world hunger, only to end up ultimately as the back
up to your trusty Wilson Deep Red. Believe me, I hear this dilemma all the time
from my students and it is truly a problem for today’s golfers. Why do you
think technology has improved by leaps and bounds over the last 25 years in all
categories yet the average golfer’s handicap has barley improved by 1 stroke?
The advice I always give is simple…..find one source that
fits your style of learning, understanding and personality and stick with that
source…period. Testing the waters so to speak is inevitable but most golfers
test the waters for years and years…..and years. Any teaching professional worth
his/her salt should be able to get you hitting a driver from the discount bin
(assuming the shaft is right for you but that’s for another topic) every bit as
well as the $400 club that proudly shines like a beacon in your bag if you
subscribe to their theory and STICK WITH IT.
Oh, I almost forgot…proper “Ball Position.” This should
muddy the waters a bit.
- For a driver place the ball on the instep of your left foot (for righties)
- For all your irons (yes all of them) place the ball in the middle to maybe 2” forward of middle. If you have a good solid weight transfer just forward of center if not more middle.
- And for your fairway woods and hybrids place the ball somewhere between the driver and irons (some trial and error required)
We all know the best
advice is FREE! Hope this helps J
Blog written
by Vince-Director of Instruction at VJF Golf Academy
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