Monthly Archives: December 2009

A Time to Reflect and a Time to Look Ahead

Posted on December 30, 2009 by

As we come to the end of another year, I think it is beneficial to do two things. 1)reflect on the past year (what you did well and what mistakes can we learn from) 2. Set goals and look ahead to … Continue reading →

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Guru TV- Impact Drill to Create Lag

Posted on December 28, 2009 by

Here is a great drill that I learned from one of my teaching idols, Martin Hall. It will help you feel the lag in your wrists if done properly. Enjoy and let me know how it goes.

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The Perfect Golfer and Stocking Stuffers

Posted on December 19, 2009 by

I want to wish everyone a Merry Christmas and  Happy New Year even though I plan on blogging before the end of the year. I am often asked from students or golfers, “What is your favorite golf swing on tour?” … Continue reading →

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Guru TV – Putting…….arc vs. straight line

Posted on December 15, 2009 by

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Golf and Running and Our Brain on Doubt (the athletes drug)

Posted on December 13, 2009 by

There are so many similarities between running and golf. This morning I  ran the Thunder Road half marathon  in Charlotte. Just like a round of golf, every race or long run is always different. Some days your swing feels so smooth … Continue reading →

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What We Can Learn From Ricky’s Swing

Posted on December 11, 2009 by

Periodically I will post a tour players swing that i think will allow us to learn something that will help my viewers and also give you a better idea of how I break down and look at a golf swing.  … Continue reading →

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Q School wins and Losses

Posted on December 9, 2009 by

As a young man, I mean younger man….I always dreamed of playing the PGA Tour. Playing golf on television and against the best in the world. I often get the question from students that don’t know me, “Did you ever … Continue reading →

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GURU TV – Matt Papes question – transition

Posted on December 4, 2009 by

How do you start the downswing? This video will help you if you slide too much or if your hips tend to back up in the transition Continue reading →

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The hardest golf tournament in the world and the falling of a hero

Posted on December 3, 2009 by

I am looking forward to watching the final round of one of my favorite tournaments of the year. The Masters, no, the Open, not even close. This week is Q School week. The toughest, most grueling, gut wrenching six rounds … Continue reading →

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Perfect Spine Angle at Impact

Posted on December 1, 2009 by

                            Here is what impact should look like                                          The Guru in Action

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