Posts tagged "Iron Shots"

Golf-Easiest/Easier part of the game?

When I began playing in high school,noticed many friends had much better ball striking ability compared to me but had same experience playing as me. They werent any good (105-110?),but struck ball decent with driver and irons. I couldnt hit it 10 feet with irons. This lead me to more many hours at putting and chipping/pitching green where I knew I’d at least hit ball.

I know everybody is different, but for average bogey golfer ,how many out of 10, 150 yard 5 iron shots hit the green? Is this the bread and butter for a average player? or at least a shot where they rarely chunk or top?

I have been in mid 80′s for a year with so/so ball striking,so curious where I measure up/or is my short game just that good(3 putt maybe 1 hole for dbogey per round,most chips/flops go to at least 3 feet)

you can get your answer with the experience guy who is playing golf from high school.if u r a average bogey golfer then practice of shots make u good player.

4 Types Of Golf Balls For Your Golfing Needs!

Have you ever thought that choosing right kind of golf balls can work wonders for your golfing skills? Yes! It is true.There are various kind of golf balls available in the market depending on your requirement.You may want to hit the ball for longer distance with little effort on your tee or iron shots or you may choose to have better control on the greens.There are various type of balls to suit your requirement.Of course you will have to practice a lot with patience but you can speed up the improvement in the game if you learn more about golf balls. Here are some of the varieties of golf balls which you may consider worth using.

1.Practice balls
These balls are usually cheap.They can be made of plastic or some soft material so that you do not hurt some body while practicing.Even if you lose them there is no cause to worry. So they should be bought in large quantity.You may practice in your garden or park depending on your convenience.It also eliminates the need to go to the driving range or golf course while you want to practice your swing.Choose good quality practice balls only.

2.Balls for better control
If you have the power but lack accuracy these are just for you.They cut out back spin and make sure that the ball stops at the greens rather than running away from the hole. They will help you hit straighter.No doubt your confidence in the game will improve.They are worth trying.

3. Distance balls
Those who can swing quickly and are struggling with those par five holes will find this type of ball useful.You will be able to hit the distance you have never imagined before.They fly in the air with incredible speed and are usually hi-tech.
Go for it if you want to improve your confidence with distance.

4.Novelty balls
If you are bored with the game and want to break the monotony then go for novelty balls.They come in various colors.Some light up and flash when hit, some are shaped like American footballs.They bring newness to the game and you often enjoy more.So to break the seriousness of the game and to have some fun lets play with novelty balls.

Today the game of golf has become very competitive and any extra edge is always welcome.Investing in golf balls provides good returns in terms of improvement in your game.

Abhishek Agarwal
http://www.articlesbase.com/golf-articles/4-types-of-golf-balls-for-your-golfing-needs-231741.html

Choose The Right Golf Balls For Your Game

If there is one aspect of your game that you can improve for very little money, it is choosing the right golf balls. Whilst you cannot improve your game massively without practice, patience and skill, getting the right golf balls can help speed up the process of improvement can give you an edge over your opponents. There are balls for every type of golfer, from those who require better control on the greens to golfers who want that extra bit of distance on their tee and iron shots. Whatever sort of game you have, here are some examples of the best golf balls around that will add something extra to your golf game.

Balls for practice

Getting better at golf is all about practice, and so it is important to have a good stock of practice golf balls to use. These balls still need to be of a good quality, but ones that perhaps you don’t mind losing if shots go wrong. Practice balls are usually cheaper, and so it is advisable to buy them in larger amounts. You can also get softer or basic plastic balls to use in your garden on park to practice shots without damaging property or hurting people around you. These balls are great if you just want to practice your swing without going to the driving range or golf course. Make sure you have a variety of practice balls to help you improve your game.

Balls for added control

There are some golf balls on the market at the moment that are great for those players who need to add control to their game. If you have the power but lack accuracy, choose a golf ball that will help you hit straighter and keep those shots on the fairway. Many balls have the ability to cut out backspin, meaning you can be sure your balls will stop on the greens where you place them rather than running away from the hole.

Balls for distance

Many of the golf balls on the market today are designed to give players more distance than ever before. These balls are hi-tech and can fly through the air at incredible speed. Particularly good for those players who can swing quickly, distance balls will allow you to hit the ball further than you have imagined doing before. If you are struggling with those par 5 holes and need the extra power, then a distance ball is a good choice.

Novelty balls

Not all golf balls are about serious technology and features though. There are plenty of interesting novelty balls on the market as well. From balls that flash and light up when they are hit to balls shaped like American footballs, there is something for everyone in the novelty ball market. If you want to have a little fun with your golf game, then novelty balls are a great item to purchase.

Ronald Piper
http://www.articlesbase.com/golf-articles/choose-the-right-golf-balls-for-your-game-114219.html

My golf shots are slicing IRONS ONLY?

Hi everyone,

I am having some real trouble with my iron shots. I am a sophmore in high school and average about a 53 in our golf matches. The bad thing is i literally chunk 1 to 2 swings every hole. if i can get These shots shaved off then i think i can do a lot better. My drives are about 215 (i shoot a fade driver, not on purpose) and I putt 1-2 MAXIMUM. My Irons are really bringing my game down. I can hit my SW an easy 75 straight and my PW an easy 115 a little to the right. BUT MY DAMN 8 AND 6 IRON ARE CHUNK CHUNK OR MAJOR SLICEEEEE. I dont know what is wrong. Yes i could only afford a SW,PW,8 and 6, i plan on getting others later but for now this must suffice. Any advice???

Sure it has something to do with "coming over the top", also known as making your downswing from the outside in. It also has to do with coming down at a steep angle. It’s the combination of swing path and swing steepness that cause the chunk and/or slice. Here are a couple drills that will help:

(1) Make your swing more shallow.

— Another way of looking at this is to widen your swing, or don’t pick the club up so much with your hands/arms.

Drill – Start by placing a golf ball about 18 inches behind the golf ball you are about to hit. That’s 18 inches to the right of the ball you are going to hit (if u are right handed). Make sure your weight is centered and then begin your takeaway (start the backswing). Brush the grass with the bottom of your clubhead and maintain that until you knock the 2nd golf ball out of the way. This will ensure a smooth, shallow takeaway and minimize the steepness of your swing. Long story short, this will get rid of the chunks.

(2) Reverse swing path drill.

— If you are slicing the ball, you need to try a drill that reverses your current swing path, from outside in (across your body) to inside out…
… and from swinging at the ball, to swinging through the ball.

For a drill, try taking the club back on an outside path (think Fred Couples or Lee Trevino here, and if you don’t know those guys, find a video on youTube of one of them) and dropping it in and around your body as you swing through the ball. It’s almost like you’re trying to block a shot out to right field intentionally. The only difference is, you want to extend thru the ball at impact and don’t be afraid to release the club by turning your body thru to the finish of your swing.

So to summarize, drill #1 – put a 2nd golf ball about 18 inches behind the ball you want to hit. Make your backswing and be sure to brush the grass and knock the ball out the way in the backswing.

#2 Do the same as drill #1, but this time move the 2nd ball away from your body about 2 inches. Try and hit the 2nd ball again in your backswing and in doing so, your swing path should start outside of where it normally does. Re-route the club back to the inside and when you get to impact, be sure to swing thru the ball and release the club, kind of like cracking a whip thru the ball and at your target.

I hope this helps!