Mapping a Golf Course using Google Earth
March 21, 2008
If you’ve used Google Earth then you know what an amazing application it is especially for a golf course.
The tools inside Google Earth are as impressive as our big blue planet and for golf courses it is a valuable piece of software that gives players an insight into your golf course.
Below is a simple guide on how to map your course.
It is tricky and if you are a little technology challenged then be prepared for late nights and some head scratching!
To start, locate your course using www.eyespygolf.com and click on the “Aerial Image” icon at the top right of the page. This will automatically fire up Google Earth and zoom you into your course. Next zoom in to a position that you feel golfers would want to see of your course.
Improve Your Golf Swing by Keeping Your Golf Club on the Correct Swing Plane
March 16, 2008
We as golfers have heard the term swing plane many times during our golfing careers. But do we really know the definition of it and the bearing upon our golf swing?
Recently, I had a conversation with Dean Reinmuth (top 30 teaching pro ranked by Golf Digest) and I think he described swing plane the best. Dean suggests thinking of the swing plane as an imaginary circle. The imaginary circle that represents the swing plane is set at an angle. It is the path on which it is necessary for the club to travel in order to execute the swing correctly.
Gearing Up for Golf - Advice For The Amateur
March 7, 2008
Learning how to play golf is more than just skill. Basic golf equipment and learning about your golfing needs are necessary aspects for gearing up for golf. Here are some golf tips for the beginner to aid you in learning how to play the game.
First, the first piece golf equipment is a golf ball. Golf balls are dimpled so they can go very far when struck by golf clubs. Most country clubs will provide you with balls if you ask.
When gearing up for golf, spend a lot of time learning about your golf club or golf driver. Golf drivers come in different types. This because each course has different landscapes and many golf clubs are required to make the perfect drive. Depending on the terrain, either sand, grass or cement, a golf club is key to make the correct drive. Professional golfers always have a bag or two of clubs to handle their golf needs. Most retail establishments sell golf clubs. Some are sold in sets while other are sold individually.
Golf Trainings Aids - The Key To Improving Your Golf Game
March 4, 2008
Golf training aids are God’s gift to the golfer! Okay, so maybe that’s a little bit overboard. But golf training aids are definitely a boon to each and every golfer smart enough to use them. Golf training aids to the golfer are what tackling dummies are to the football player or what fungo bats are to the baseball player. They are essential tools to developing the skills required to play the game better. Are you smart enough to use a golf training aid? Follow along as we explain how you can determine what you need in a golf training aid to improve your game.
Beginners Golf Club Sets
January 10, 2008
Knowing what clubs to use can be hard for any golfer, regardless of if they are new to the game or an avid player. Choosing from various clubs and golf club sets can be very hard since there are so many choices out there.
Basic golf club sets are all that are needed in order to play the game. A basic set includes various 3 to 9 irons, three woods, a sand wedge, a pitching wedge, and a putter. As you get better, you may want to add more clubs. But remember, a standard golf bag only holds 14 clubs at one time. Before you can choose what clubs you want to add to your set, you must determine what your playing level is.
How to Catch Drives Flush
December 30, 2007
This simple drill not only improves your contact off the tee it also helps you eliminate your tendency to slice
This story is for you if…
- Your driver impact feels either very dead or like you’ve just made contact with a bowling ball
- You find contact marks out on the toe and heel sections of your driver’s clubface
- You slice
THE PROBLEM
You can’t make contact on the center of the clubface with your driver, and that’s costing you distance and accuracy.
HOW YOU KNOW IT’S HAPPENING
When you hit it off the heel, it’ll feel like you just hit a brick and the ball will shoot dead left. If you hit it off the toe, you’ll feel a soft impact, like you whacked an old apple.
Playing From a Sand Trap
December 27, 2007
The shot that most weekend golfers tend to fear the most is the dreaded sand shot. The mere thought of hitting a shot from a sand trap often sends trembles right through a golfer’s knees.
It does not have to be that way, a shot from the sand, especially one from a green side bunker, is a relatively straight-forward shot. The key is a basic understanding of what must be done to hit the proper shot.
When in a green side bunker, the theory is to blast the ball from the sand. To do so you must strike the sand directly behind the golf ball and itis the sand that actually forces the ball out of the trap.
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