Making Memories at St. Andrews
St. Andrews, long considered the Home of Golf, is a bucket list destination for thousands of golfers. Here are some quick “did you know” facts concerning St. Andrews, the course and the town. Did you know? Golf has been played at St. Andrews since the 15th century and by 1457 had become so popular that […]
The Benefits of Playing Golf
Golf is great exercise…so choose golf courses you can walk. It might seem like golf is a casual walk around the course, but you actually exceed 10,000 steps, which is the daily guideline for exercise recommended by medical experts to maintain good health. Not only are you walking, but also carrying your bag or pulling […]
Stop Killing the Game!
“He’s really grinding out there on the course today.” How many times have you heard a sportscaster use this phrase when referencing NASCAR drivers or equestrian riders? Never! Ever hear an announcer describe downhill skiers as anything less than absolutely exhilarating? Not going to happen! Ron Howard’s new movie about Formula 1 race car drivers […]
What are the Dreams of Your Heart?
Playing in a major golf tournament is a dream of every young golfer. Realizing that dream, however, requires hard work, lots of perseverance, and overcoming significant obstacles. Just ask the contestants in this year’s PGA Championship being contested this weekend at Oak Hill GC near Rochester, NY. The PGA is a great test of golf skills, but at […]
Do You Play?
The Unsinkable Molly Brown was one of my mother-in-law’s favorite musicals. We loved to quote lines and sing the songs together at family meals. One of the frequently quoted lines came from during a social ball when Molly asks a guest, “Do you play, Gladys?” “Why, no” was the tert reply. To which Molly replied, “What a pity!” […]
Where’s your “Happy Swing?
Our facility was once a United Artists Theater. My family and I watched the movie Hook from about the same spot where I am now sitting. In the show, Robin Williams’ character, Peter Pan, is taken back to Neverland and has tough time coming to grips with his lack of imagination. Julia Robert’s character, Tinkerbell, tells Peter […]
Invited to Play Augusta National?
The Masters, even a rainy one, is almost always a great lead-in to another golf season. Though early this year, the ensuing mild weather has more than one golfer wondering if we shouldn’t use the Masters instead of that over-sized rodent up in Punxsutawney to predict golf weather. I really enjoyed another dramatic ending this time between Angel and Adam hitting great shots […]
What’s the Number One Key to Better Golf Instruction?
One of the best pieces of advice when it comes to the world of sales is for salespeople to actually listen to their customers. At present, this is not always the case. But prospects and customers alike really want their sales rep to listen to them and gain a real understanding of their needs and […]
Indoor Golf Tips: How do you putt on these things?
Simulating complex skills such as putting has always been a bit daunting. Early simulators enabled golfers to put to a physical cup and record their score on the screen. Newer technology provides a step up, but it’s still quite challenging. Here are some putting tips that I’ve found helpful. Know your distance. The key to […]
Have You Found Your “Y”?
We lost a “Y” last week. After all the wind our portable sign said “PLA -A-ROUND GOLF”. Well, that got me to thinking “Y”? I know it’s a corny play on words, but it made me wonder why people enjoy coming in to practice. So, I asked several guests and listed ten of their responses below. Great exercise. The way […]
