In the modern-day era, Tiger Woods showed the golf world that the game should be considered much more of an athletic sport. His dominance on the course with his length, shot-making ability and mental toughness has been jaw dropping at times. Now, the golfing masses...
Hearing another great Austin institution is undergoing an major construction project is the sort of news that stops locals in their tracks. So much in this city has changed during the past two decade’s unstoppable surge of growth, it’s easy for older and newer...
It was a stroke of genius. It had to be to get 250-plus eager golfers to line up in front of a shopping center hours before (days before, for some dedicated souls) Austin's new PGA Tour Superstore's grand opening on May 25. By the time the doors opened at 9 AM, the...
One of the most neglected aspects of the golf swing is learning proper footwork. The timing, tempo & rhythm of how your body moves in harmony with the golf club is critical for solid contact, hitting the ball straight and with good distance. Sam Snead once wrote,...
The energy is contagious in this breezy, limestone-accented outdoor cantina. The space fills with the sounds of laughter, conversation and margarita glasses clinking while kids sit wide-eyed in anticipation of Pizza Night and dads relax with the hearth-like comfort of...
It’s no secret that age and injury can drastically affect a golfer’s game, making for less enjoyable rounds. The good news - with a professional club fitting, most golfers can hit farther and more accurately so they can once again enjoy the game. A Golf Magazine study...
Let’s discuss some strategies to improve your scoring. We will describe a strategy as the plan you decide to use to overcome situations in the game. I had the fortunate opportunity from 2002-2009 to teach under Golf Digest Top 5 teacher, Chuck Cook at his Academy....
There’s “getting away from it all,” and then there’s Lajitas Golf Resort and Spa. Nestled along the Rio Grande River near the Mexico border, between Big Bend National Park and Big Bend State Park, this luxury golf destination offers “bucket list” golf in a setting...
In the previous article, Speed vs Power, you learned about the differences in the principles of energy and forces. The smaller muscles will initiate speed and bigger muscles maximize power. It is critical to understand - the inside moves the outside - in all stick...