Written by Adrian Fryer on Tuesday 31 August 2010
“JBOO, you have a very good looking set up and swing. Looking at your swing in slow motion I suspect you don’t hit a traditional ‘over the top’ type of pull coming across the ball but more a ‘good players pull’ where your left wrist collapses through impact. “This action flips the clubface left as the ball separates from the club...
Written by TG Features Writer on Wednesday 25 August 2010
We’re coming to the end of the golf season and we want to know if 2010 has been good, bad or indifferent for you. We all set out with ambitions wot win a Medal, get our name on the boards in the clubhouse and lower our handicap, but how many of us have achieved these aims. How has your handicap changed...
Written by TG Features Writer on Wednesday 25 August 2010
In association with Last week only 36% of Handicap Tracker users recorded 5 or more greens in regulation, with 36% not recording a single GIR. Hitting greens is a key stat if you’re aiming to lower your handicap and in TG’s recent Zone Your Game supplement American Golf research proved the importance of approach play, and what you should aim for...
Written by Adrian Fryer on Thursday 19 August 2010
“Simon, you have a good looking swing. There are two areas that I feel you should improve, which will give you more power and consistency in your technique. “Firstly, your posture is a little too rounded so you need to push your backside back and out more, giving your spine a straighter appearance. “This improved posture should lead to my second recommendation, your turn. You tend...
Written by TG Courses editor on Wednesday 18 August 2010
You all know that the Ryder Cup juggernaut is currently banging up the M4 to Newport, but we can officially announce that it’ll have to wait a minute to make room for Goldie Lookin Chain and their Goldie Lookin Golf Tournament, complete with massive gig on Saturday, 25 September. Newport to the core, GLC, with the help of Newport-based mag Voice, are...
Written by TG Courses editor on Monday 16 August 2010
Hundreds watched in amazement at the British Par 3 Championships at the fabulous Nailcote Hall course in Coventry, as teenage sensation Aaron Rai beat all-comers to smash the long standing ‘Lee Westwood World Puttmaster Record’ with an astonishing 207 consecutive 3m (10′) putts! Used in daily practice by European No1 and World No3 superstar, Lee Westwood, and carrying his trusted name, the Lee...
Written by TG Courses editor on Thursday 12 August 2010
International Golf Travel Market (IGTM), the premier global event for golf tourism suppliers, buyers and media, will be staged in Valencia, Spain, November 15-18, 2010. The annual four-day event, which has become the established meeting place for golf tourism professionals from more than 65 countries across the world, is set to be the most important yet, as the industry...
Written by Adrian Fryer on Monday 9 August 2010
Well despite your username their is not a lot of chaos in your swing, I lke it very much and I’m sure you are a very competent player and ball striker. I feel two or three very small adjustments may improve your technique even more.I like your take away drill, I personally recommend a similar one where hold the club in...
Written by TG Courses editor on Saturday 7 August 2010
Cricket legend Darren Gough is holding his own Celebrity Golf Day at popular Buckinghamshire venue Magnolia Park GC on September 10th. The event – sponsored by Virgin Atlantic – is set to be a big success and teams are being invited to take part. Cost per team of three – plus a celebrity player – is £650 plus VAT and includes breakfast...
Written by TG Courses editor on Wednesday 4 August 2010
Oceânico is once again revelling in the success of the innovative World Kids Golf Championship. This year saw the largest and most competitive international field. With over 15 countries represented and over 100 Kids competing, the event has demonstrated further Oceânico’s complete commitment to golf on all levels. “We are proud to have worked closely with The Portuguese Golf Federation...