How to Break 100, Pt. 7: Half-Wedge Shots
by Jim Bromley, PGA As I mentioned in my first article, the half-wedge shot may be the most important. This is a shot that ranges from 15-100 yards. Getting the ball on the green close enough to the hole for a one or two-putt will help limit the “blow-up” holes or high scores. Here are the […]
How to Break 100, Pt. 6: The Finish
by Jim Bromley, PGA So why is the finish of the golf swing so important since the ball is long gone? The finish is a way to grade your performance. The correct position has all your weight on your lead foot, up on your rear toe, head and chest on top of your lead foot with […]
How to Break 100, Pt. 5: The Downswing
by Jim Bromley, PGA We have talked about the set-up and backswing, but the downswing and your position at impact is by far the most important piece of a consistent shot. The start of a downswing is initiated with a slight bump of your hips toward your front foot. Your arms and club must follow this motion. Most […]
How to Break 100, Pt. 4: Hitting the Club’s Center More Often
by Jim Bromley, PGA So far, we’ve talked about some of the key pieces to hitting the ball more solid. They are the proper set-up routine (standing correct distance from the ball) and keeping your left arm in control on the backswing. Now let’s add another piece: keeping your swing center as still as possible through […]
How to Break 100: The Takeaway
by Jim Bromley, PGA Last week, I discussed the set-up, and how the left arm and club shaft should be in a straight line. You should start the backswing by pushing the club back from your upper left arm or left shoulder. The club head will appear to go in a straight line, but it […]
How to Break 100: The Stance
Last week, we talked about the 4 key shots needed to break 100. Here’s the first part on how to execute those shots. It all starts with the correct grip and set-up routine. First the grip: the key here is to place the left hand (for a right-handed golfer) on top of the grip so […]
“How to Break 100” by Jim Bromley, PGA
This is the first post in a series on “How to Break 100”. The key is to avoid disastrous shots and play only the ones you know you can make. You need to learn how use 4 clubs well. First, we need a consistent tee shot. I highly recommend a 13-degree lofted driver. It will […]
How I Use Golf Simulators to Get the Most from My Practice Time
Written by Jim Bromley, PGA On the PGA Tour, almost all players use a Trackman to learn exactly how far they hit the ball (just look at what Dustin Johnson has accomplished). My practice in the simulator allows me to also check my yardages. Next I try to hit in-between shots. How can I make […]
Ever wonder why so many golfers grip the club differently?
Is your grip correct? No one can answer that question without seeing you swing. Why is Jordan Spieth’s grip different from Rory McIlroy or Dustin Johnson? Here’s the first half of today’s tip: The objective of your grip needs to return the club face to impact square with NO manipulation. Take a moment and read […]
When Learning: Do You Persevere or Give In?
What do you say to a graduating class of very privileged school boys knowing that they would almost certainly soon be drafted into military service to face the enemy in battle?
