The start of the forward swing needs to be just as smooth as the beginning of the backswing. The swing never totally stops at the top of the backswing but one of the most common mistakes of all golfers is to rush the transition. Starting the backswing unusually slow is not the answer as the
Uphill and downhill lies add to the difficulty of bunker shots. Here are some suggestions that will help you negotiate these lies. Uphill: Address the ball with it forward in your stance and your shoulders tilted more than normal in order to hit through the ball without too much digging but taking just the right
When addressing the ball it is a mistake to plant your feet first and then try to correct your alignment. A good habit is to look at your target while placing your feet. You will naturally line up slightly to the left of the target (for right handers) which allows your center and right side
The flop shot is very valuable when you need to carry the ball over undesirable areas such as water and sand from about 10 to 40 yards. Hit properly the ball will land on the green and stop reasonably fast. For best results a sand wedge is the proper club to use. Most high handicap
Throughout the entire swing you should let your body swing your arms, much like swinging a heavy ball at the end of a chain. If you keep your elbows together and in front of your center (the upper part of your body) in the hitting area centrifugal force will create club head speed.
After you dust off your clubs be sure and revitalize your grips by scrubbing them with hot water and a Brillo or SOS soap pad. Rinse them off with hot water and dry with a clean towel. Now lets start out the this season by holding the club correctly. You must hold the club correctly
In terms of scoring, putting is the most important part of the game. To be a good putter takes a good technique, concentration and lots of practice. Many players lack confidence in putting. In some cases they actually fear this part of the game taking away all the enjoyment. Positive thinking certainly helps your confidence
by Roland Stafford Golf Schools Throughout the entire swing you should let your body swing your arms, much like swinging a heavy ball at the end of a chain. If you keep your elbows together and in front of your center (the upper part of your body) in the hitting area centrifugal force will create
Want to hit the ball farther and straighter? First, it is important to have a good grip and to hold the club as soft as possible. Second, you must be connected when swinging the club as the power in a golf swing is generated by the body. A video presentation on connection can be
This article is based on the experience, education and talent of Roland Stafford. He was a graduate of Northwestern University and earned a Masters Degree in Music Education from the University of Arizona. His musical talents and golfing abilities together culminated in his success as a player, and evolved into his golf instruction methodology that
