Whether you’ve played golf your entire life or new to the game, basic etiquette is important to know and understand.  The rules of golf are simple and pretty straightforward. The official rule book is short and other than the details of tournament play, most people can play a round with out (more…)

A friend of mine is the voice of the guy in the “Cal” sweatshirt. This looks awesome and something that most of us can relate to.

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Golf on TV is not funny unless Gary McCord is talking. Gary joins GOLF SMARTER to discuss the upcoming the party that is the Waste Management Phoenix (formerly FBR) Open, USGA rules, his time on the tour, Steve Martin and what’s wrong with your game.
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Do have an emotional caddy with you on the course? The difference between a contender and a pretender is the strength of your emotional muscle. Author and former tour player John Haime joins Fred to (more…)

I just listened to your interview on the Golf Smarter podcast and was most inspired. After being 20 plus handicapper for the past 20 years, I set a goal this past summer to try and get my game in shape. I learned a lot but didn’t really start improving until just before the golf season here in Kansas faded. This was after listening to an interview with Manuel de la Torre and getting ahold of his book. In listening to your interview, I couldn’t help but notice many similarities in your concepts. I’m wondering if you are familiar with Mr. de la Torre and his teaching and if there are any fundamental differences in your approaches.

Steve Hatfield, Wichita, KS

Steve,

I am happy that you are ready to find “your” game  and not the perfect swing. I am familiar with Manuel. I teach a young man who learned directly from him and he says we are very similar although he thinks I teach more of a whole process where Manual focuses mostly on the finish. I think the most important thing we both would agree upon is the student must use their abilities and not try to copy someone else. You need to learn to play golf and not golf swing. Now go learn how to use what you have and enjoy the experience.

Regards,
Eben Dennis

I’m so excited about our latest contest that I couldn’t wait to share the details of the final prize package offered by the Scottsdale Convention and Visitors Bureau: (more…)

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