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Good Idea Turned Bad: The Double Cross in Golf

Don’t you hate it when the golf ball goes in the opposite direction than you want? Whether it’s a tee shot or an approach shot, seeing the golf ball move the wrong way is very frustrating. For example, how many times have you been aiming left to play a fade (or slice) only to watch […]

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Double Cross in Golf

Provisional Ball in Golf: When is it Appropriate to Hit Another One?

Have you ever hit a tee shot that you think is in play, only to get there and figure out that it’s out of bounds? Or, sometimes even more frustrating, you can’t find it so it’s a lost ball?  If there’s ever a doubt you might have a lost ball or hit it OB, it’s

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Provisional Ball in Golf

Golf Ball Fitting: A Game Changing Experience

If you want to shoot lower scores without changing your swing, you might just need a new ball. Luckily, a golf ball fitting is included during a club fitting session and there are free online tools to match your swing for optimal ball performance. We’ll take you through this process today and provide some recommendations

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Golf Ball Fitting

More Consistent Contact: The Magic of Side Bend in the Golf Swing

If you struggle with a flat shoulder plane and poor contact, we’re here to help with advice on how to add side bend in the golf swing. Having the right amount of bend will help you reduce your slice, add more distance, and become a better ball striker… which will likely have a massive impact on your

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Side Bend in Golf Swing

Improve your Stroke: How to Use a Putting Mirror

One of the easiest ways to shoot lower scores is to improve your putting. But that doesn’t mean you need a new putter or get professional golf lessons. Instead, you might just need to learn how to use a putting mirror. These tools are used by the best golfers in the world and can make

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How to Use a Putting Mirror

The Simple Science Behind Dimples on a Golf Ball

If you’re like a lot of golfers I’m sure you’ve asked, “Why are dimples on a golf ball?” Would a smooth golf ball make the game harder or easier? While it’s not the most popular topic in the sport, playing the right golf balls is one of the most important decisions you can make with

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Golf Ball Dimples

Golf’s Semi-Annual Inconvenience: How to Deal with Aerated Greens

Is there anything worse than putting on aerated greens? Or bad greens in general? While some golf courses have slow greens and others have fast greens, the main thing golfers want is smoother greens. Most of us want to hit a good putt and hope that it rolls true, even if it’s on the slower side. But

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Dealing with Aerated Greens

Heads Up Putting: Why You Need to Try It

If you’re going through a slump on the greens, it might be time to try out the heads up putting method. This unconventional way of putting has helped tons of golfers – both pros and amateurs – regain their confidence on the greens. What’s challenging about putting is that there is no “one way” to

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heads up putting technique

How Do You Compare: How Much the Average Golfer Spends Per Year

Golf is not a cheap sport… paired with its addictive nature, it can get expensive fast. But how much does the average golfer spend per year?  It’s a good question and one we’ll try to answer today to help you budget out how much golf (and golf accessories) might cost you each year. How Much Does

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How much do Golfers spend

Ball Speed to Distance: The Magic Ratio for Distance

If you want to shoot lower scores fast, you should work on your ball speeds for longer distances. But what is the ball speed to distance relationship? Is it a simple formula? Will increased ball speed make that big of a difference in your game?  Today we’ll address these questions and other factors like equipment,

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Ball Speed to Distance
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