Faults and Cures – Shanking
It might be the most offensive word in the lexicon of golf – shank. Some people don’t even want to hear the word, and genuinely get upset if you say it. They come up with other terms such as “lateral,” “hosel rocket,” etc. Shanking is dreaded by most golfers, because, as the old saying goes, the toughest shot in golf is the one right after you shank. Since people don’t know why they shanked the ball, since in most cases it feels like...
My Experience with the PGA of America Apprenticeship Program
TO THE READER: This article most likely includes a certain amount of negativity, which is not my personality trait. In fact, I am a very positive, likeable individual (at least, according to my mother…just kidding!). I thought, however, that my true personal experience with regard to the title of this article was worth sharing with others. I started playing golf my freshman year of college, and after four years of playing and...
The Hidden Rewards of Teaching
At the end of a long day of golf, Zack was caught in a three-way tie for first place. In order to win the class 4A district tournament and advance to the regional level, Zack would need to win a playoff and time was of the essence; it was getting dark and the course didn’t have lights. As Zack’s high school golf coach, there was nothing I could do but follow along 20 yards behind with the rest of my team, hoping Zack could pull it...
New Technology for Golf Club Managers
YOUR GOLF COURSE IN AN APP These are challenging times, and golf clubs are increasingly looking at ways to ensure they stand out from the crowd in what is a competitive market. It wasn’t so long ago that having a professional website became essential for all golf courses, in the same way that you need to ensure your clubhouse menu is refreshed regularly or your resort’s hotel insurance remains appropriate for your needs. Now that over...
Defining A Coach’s Career – Part 2
USGTF honorary member John Means, Jr. is the men’s golf team coach at the University of Idaho. In addition to his collegiate coaching, he has spent many summers teaching and directing at golf camps and academies. He shares some of his observations and experiences here. 1. What were some of the most valuable tips you remember receiving as a junior player? Probably the tip I remember most had to do with the grip. My father taught me to...
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