The Club at Olde Cypress, one of the most vibrant, active and welcoming private clubs along the Sunshine State’s stunning Paradise Coast, has named Gary Shea its new head professional. Before arriving at Olde Cypress this month, Shea was the first assistant at Foxfire Country Club, a 27-hole Arthur Hills-designed course just 20 minutes away. Read more…
Why can’t I take my range game to the golf course? This is one of the many challenges faced by all levels of golfers who continue to be frustrated by this transition. The answer to this question involves several possible mistakes golfers often make. With a little tweaking you can make a successful transition Read more…
Creating driver distance is all about a wide, even arc, and generating as much clubhead speed as you can. It doesn’t matter if you’re at sea level, or at high altitude, as I am here on the first tee of Tom Weiskopf’s beautiful Spanish Peaks Mountain Club in Big Sky, Montana. You’ll hit longer drives Read more…
1. Picture your target when you swing by Dr. David Wright. Golf isn’t like other sports. For one thing you look at the ball, not your target. Also, the ball isn’t moving. And last but not least, the swing is started from a dead stop. Add up these three elements and it’s easy to see Read more…
Arms Vs. Legs One of the best on-course tips I’ve ever heard came from a fellow golf professional back in the day when I used to be one too. As a general rule, my friend let me know that if I was struggling with either hooking or slicing the ball off the tee, the instant Read more…
