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As the world of golf instruction has evolved over the last few decades, a divide has emerged between teachers and coaches. To the average golfer, this is nothing more than semantics. However, to the experienced player, this is a very important distinction. In case you haven't noticed to this point, I use a lot of … Continue reading Coaching vs. Teaching →

One of my favorite books is Think and Grow Rich by Napoleon Hill. In it, he lays out a formula for creating success through the power of the mind. While it was written in 1937, it remains one of the most popular personal development books ever published. It's parallels to golf are numerous, but none … Continue reading Three Feet from Gold →

We've all heard the saying "It takes 13 hours to build a Toyota, but it takes 8 months to build a Rolls Royce". If I were to compare a 30-handicap players golf swing to a car, it might be a 1999 Toyota Corolla. It isn't pretty, it isn't exciting to drive, but will get you … Continue reading Rolls Royce vs. Toyota →

  Making a swing change is in many ways like venturing through a dark tunnel. The first couple steps aren't too bad. You walk in quickly, sure of yourself and your commitment to get to the other end. You take a lesson, listen to your coach and his diagnosis, and leave the range full of … Continue reading The Dark Tunnel →