Anchored Putting Stroke To Be Banned 2016

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THOUSAND OAKS, Calif. (AP) — Golf’s governing bodies, worried that players will turn to long putters as an advantage instead of a last resort, proposed a new rule Wednesday that would ban the putting stroke used by three of the last five major champions. The Royal & Ancient Golf Club[…]

I could swing for the sexists who run golf

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I was but 15 years old when I discovered that golf was a wonderful sport run by the sort of people you would only want to introduce to the family Rottweiler. This was when I encountered Clober golf club in Milngavie, near Glasgow. Its claim to fame, apparently, is that[…]

Dog picks up Paul Casey’s golf ball at the Dunhill Links Championship

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Paul Casey’s golf game has been in the doghouse this year. With only five made cuts in 17 events, 2012 has been a forgettable one for the Englishman. And on Friday at the Alfred Dunhill Links Championship, his season took another bizarre turn when a dog ran onto the 12th[…]

Michael Phelps: Good at swimming, better at golf

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Michael Phelps may have retired from being the greatest Olympian ever but that doesn’t mean he has stopped being better than you at everything remotely athletic. Today’s feat comes to us from the Dunhill Links Championship at Kingbarns, Scotland. Phelps lined up a 150-foot putt, and made it. MADE IT.[…]

Tee Time: Conquering the mental game

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We’ve been really blessed to have a number of well-known guests in the golf industry on our show, Speaking of Golf in the past six-plus years. One of those guests has been a regular contributor to the show and is in a profession that many golfers today may shy away[…]

Make your decisions before it’s time to play

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It’s often said that golf is a game played primarily in the six inches between your ears. How many times have you stood over a shot, second-guessing your club, your alignment, your grip, your taste in golf shirts, or wondering where the drink cart is? And how do those shots[…]

Improve your short game

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Improve Your Short Game: – Lag Putting: Our fourth week in the Short Game series focuses on lag putting. While it is impossible to avoid the occasional three-putt green, your scoring will improve with dedicated practice. This week’s drills focus on helping you control the speed of your putts so[…]

Which putting grip is the right one for you?

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Which putting grip is the right one for you? Top-ranked teacher Sean Foley offers advice on finding the right grip. Read More http://www.golfdigest.com/golf-instruction/2012-10/video-sean-foley-putting-grip#ixzz2DYRblggF

Eliminate a cast to generate more power

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The 2012 Ryder Cup was a bomber’s delight, as Medinah played at nearly 7,600 yards with basically no rough to be found. Power has become a big part of the modern game and every golfer is looking to add more distance to their game. Ironically, however, in an effort to[…]

Understanding The Golf Swing

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School of Golf’ host Martin Hall pulls a book from his library full of tips for understanding the golf swing. By learning about the golf swing you’ll be a more consistent player. Watch ‘School of Golf’ Wednesday nights.