The Bump And Run Is A Great Short Game Strategy Around The Greens!
September 17, 2010 by Parshooters · 5 Comments
Use The Bump And Run For Short Game Strategies
The art of the bump and run, and I’m not talking about the defensive plays off the line of scrimmage in football in order to contain the wide receivers. The bump and run is my most favorite short game technique from 60 yards in. I will use it 90% of the time, the other 10% I’ll use the flop shot. However, there are many instances where you have to use the lob wedge in order to get over obstacles or hitting into elevated greens. As the old saying goes, “there are many ways to get the golf ball to the hole.”
I feel the bump and run is the easiest shot to hit, because your allowing the golf ball to do the work almost entirely on the ground. It’s a finesse shot with a lot of creativity. You don’t have to worry about getting the golf ball into the air, which can cause a lot of mishits due to bad swing flaws or judgment errors. There’s very little room for error in regards to having the correct golf swing when allowing the golf ball to run a certain distance. Your hitting the golf ball much like if you were using your same putting stroke. If you’ve ever watched the British Open, you’ve certainly seen the bump and run in action.
Most golfers know that specific types of golf shots around the green is most effective and consistent than others. High handicappers I see insist on using the lofted or lob wedges when they aren’t called for. These lofted shots are so much more difficult to control than the good old bump and run.
Is Timing A Crucial Component Of Your Golf Swing Mechanics?
April 19, 2010 by Parshooters · 4 Comments
What is the %%%proper way to swing a golf club%%%? It all starts with having the correct golf swing fundamentals in place, and if your not sure then continue learning and practicing on your own golf swing until you feel comfortable enough to move onto more advanced techniques. The golf swing is a combination of balance, strength and fluidity, and they must be in that combined mix for your golf swing mechanics to produce the kinds of golf shots that are on target.
One of the most frequent errors to a golf swing is the consistent over-swinging of the golf clubs. Relax as much as you can during your golf swing. You do have some power, however accuracy is the name of any golf game. Set your goals to expend very little effort when swinging the golf club. Hitting the golf ball the right way will feel easy and smooth.
Swinging hard will only reduce your power. Distance can only come from being fluid and accurate, and not from the amount of extra strength that you can put into it. Keep the idea of strength out of your head. You want to just use the amount of power that you will be able to control and manage. The purpose of the golf game is accuracy, not power. You want to have the ability to manage each part of your golf swing so that you just hit the ball cleanly and it goes wherever you need it to travel to your intended target.
Rochester NY, Will Be In The Spotlight For The L.P.G.A. Championships
March 27, 2010 by Parshooters · 20 Comments
L.P.G.A. Championships @ Locust Hill C.C. June 24-27.
As of June 24-27- Rochester NY, will be center stage in yet another major championship. This time it will be the Ladies turn as they get their opportunity to host the L.P.G.A. Championships. For over 33 years, Locust Hill C.C. has been host to the L.P.G.A. on the regular tour. Wegmans Super Markets, has been the sponsor of one the most popular tournaments on the ladies tour.
In the past Rosie Jones, two-time champion of this golf tournament was quoted last year as saying, ” Without a doubt, the Rochester event is a major tournament without being part of the four major golf tournaments every year.” The fans of Rochester NY are the most knowledgeable about golf, and the players and sponsors do want to make this their shining jewel on the tour.
In 1973, United States Women’s Open was held at the Country Club of Rochester, it would be the last major tournament for the ladies here in this city. I was 17, and this is where I got my chance to caddy for the first time on the national stage. The summer before this I was caddying locally at the prestigious Oak Hill C.C.. Home of the 1995 Ryder Cup, 1956-1968-1989 United States Men’s Open, 1984 U.S. Seniors Open, 1980,2003 P.G.A. Championships and 1949, 1998 U.S. Amateur.
