How to Build a Tour Striker Golf Swing
How to Train Your Wrists for Powerful Ball Striking
If you struggle with a slice and/or a loss of power... It could be you are "cupping" your lead wrist at the top of your backswing. This leads to a lot of problems, including an open face at impact (see "slice" and "loss of power" above). With the Ryder Cup kicking off this weekend, all eyes are on Rory McIlroy. And if you watch closely, you’ll see why his wrist position at the top is so key to his ball striking. The video above from Josh Adams, head golf coach at St. Columba’s College in Dublin, Ireland, shows exactly how to train this move using the Tour Striker FlexClick. Even Rory uses it to keep his lead wrist flat (or slightly bowed) at the top and through impact. And that’s just one of the many ways the FlexClick can help your game. I’m proud that Rory trusts it as part of his Ryder Cup prep. Thanks, Josh. And thanks, Rory.
Learn moreGet a "Running Start" by Generating Power from Position 1
If you want do more than just, "get the club on the ball"... And start hitting shots that rocket off the clubface... The above video shows you how to "get a running start" and generate power from Position 1 (technically, 1.5). Position 1 refers to the "Position System" or "P-System," the universal language golf coaches all over the world use to help students improve. It can get technical, so I actually created a user-friendly version called The ReciPe for Better Golf. In it, you'll learn how to optimize your swing across ALL 10 positions in the P-System... By following a proven, step-by-step "recipe" to hitting the ball longer, straighter and more consistently. Check out The ReciPe for Better Golf.
Learn moreReliable Short Game Options for Hitting and Holding Greens
You probably know it's OK to chip and pitch with clubs other than your wedges. For example, using your putter, 3-wood or hybrid from just off the green. But golfers ask me all the time... "When is the right time to use these 'alternative' clubs from off the green?" Well, a big one is when you're simply more RELIABLE with your putter, hybrid, etc., versus your wedges. It may be that you haven't practiced these shots enough with your wedges... Or perhaps your wedge game breaks down in high-pressure situations. Regardless of the reason, there is no shame in exploring your options when it comes to hitting these short game shots... And in the above video, I'll show you the right way to do it.
Learn moreWatch a Little Tennis to Improve Your Golf
Did you get a chance to watch some of the great tennis matches at the US Open this week? I hope you did, because they served up (sorry!) some great examples of how you can play better golf. This includes the waggle... Wrist pronation and supination... And most importantly... Courage! Yes, you need courage to be patient and trust that your clubface will square itself through the impact zone. Just like a tennis player does with their racket face when serving. Watch the above video and I'll show you exactly what I mean.
Learn moreHow to Build a Better Backswing
In some ways, golf is like archery: If you pull back on the bow the wrong way... There's very little chance the arrow will fly where you want it to go. Golf is similar, which is why it pains me to see so many people making "chaotic" backswings. They're not giving themselves a chance. The most common thing I see is someone quickly retracting their trail arm, which (to me) looks similar to the motion of pull-starting a lawnmower. Now, we all know we're supposed to instead make a structured, "wide" backswing... But how do you do it? And what does it FEEL like? In the above video, I'll show you a simple drill that will immediately answer both questions. It's going to feel really weird at first... But that means you're doing it right. Take a look at the video, try the drill, then let me know if it helps you make a wider, more powerful, and more reliable backswing.
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How to "Shallow the Club" and Enjoy Powerful, Reliable Impact
Have you ever been told -- or maybe you already know -- your swing is "too steep" and your come, "over the top" on your downswing? If so, don't worry: it's a VERY common problem among golfers. And it's one of the main reasons David Woods and I developed the PlaneMate. In today's video, I'll show you how to "shallow the club" on your downswing and how it will help you make powerful, RELIABLE impact. You'll also get to see the newly launched PlaneMate 2.0, which boasts some major improvements you can read about here. Enjoys today's video and I'll see you again soon.
Learn moreWhen "Hitting a Draw" Can Have Drawbacks
If you've been playing golf for any length of time... You've probably been conditioned to think "hitting a draw" is the default shot shape you should be trying to achieve. After all, it's "the gold standard" shot shape ALL good players use, right? Wrong. While there are lots of good players who hit a draw, in today's video I'll explain why you might not want to abandon your fade... And why trying to switch to a draw...can have drawbacks.
Learn moreHow to Stop "Hanging Back" and Finish Your Swing with Power
Ever struggle with "hanging back" on your trail foot and hitting weak slices because you never really "get through the ball" to finish your swing? You are not alone. Lots of golfers have this problem, but few understand WHY they have it. In today's video, I'll show you how "hanging back" is just one way of compensating for poor wrist positions. Wait...what do your wrists have to do with getting onto your lead foot and finishing your swing? EVERYTHING!When your wrists get the clubface in the right impact position... Your lower body automatically responds the right way, too... And you get effortless power, consistency and control. That's why I invented the FlexClick. It "educates" your wrists so you can start flushing strong, powerful shots down your target line CONSISTENTLY. Try the FlexClick or learn more here
Learn moreUse a "Slapshot" to Generate Speed and Power
What does a hockey slapshot have to do with your golf swing? More than you might think. The mechanics behind a powerful slapshot share some key similarities with an efficient, repeatable golf swing. It’s no surprise that many hockey players transition into solid golfers. In the video above, I break it down and show you how to apply those same athletic moves to your own game. You’ll also see me using the Tour Striker Toolbox—a go-to training aid I rely on in nearly every lesson to help with setup, alignment, and swing path. Click here to check it out and see how it can help your game too.
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