Generation X PGA Pros
May 31, 2011 by Admin · Leave a Comment
photo credit: pocketwiley On Memorial Day Ricky Fowler was interviewed, on national TV after his ride in an F-15 fighter jet. When they asked him what his feelings were he said, “at least I didn't blow chunk (a reference to vomiting)!” A far cry from the answers a Palmer or Nicklaus would have given when they were in their prime.
Fowler is part of a new generation of PGA Pros with about as much personality as armadillos. Except for Phil Mickelson, there is not a single stand-out personality on tour. Compared to the 60's, 70,s and part of the 1980's when the likes of Palmer, Trevino, Player, Nicklaus, the Walrus, Chi Chi, the Great White Shark and many more, today's players behave like a herd of zombies.
It's time for a new make-over. The players need to loosen-up and start acting like ambassadors for the game instead of worrying about every word they say for fear of offending one of their sponsors (Fowler's remarks were just plain stupid). Golf's future is at stake but no one seems to be worried. Where have all the Superstars gone?
Putting Grips
May 9, 2011 by Admin · 2 Comments
photo credit: USACE Europe District Putting is not standardized, it is very personal. There are many variations of holding and swinging the putter, here are a few:
Standard Reverse Overlap: This is the grip that dominates the game. It is a reverse Vardon grip, whereas, your left forefinger overlaps the knuckles of your right hand (for right-handers). Both thumbs are placed on top of the grip facing downward.
Baseball: The grip is held as one would hold a baseball bat. Both thumbs straight down and resting on top of the grip. The back of hands are directly opposite of each other.
Claw: This grip has become extremely popular. The left hand is placed in the standard position with thumb facing downward and resting on top of the grip. The right hand is opened with the palm facing the target. The thumb and first three fingers of the right hand are placed on the grip with the palm facing the target.
Putting is about keeping the clubhead from drifting off the target line. Choose the type of grip that has the highest degree of success for your game.
