Ladies Golf Clubs: Are They Right for You?

QuestionJohn I am a short stocky, unflexible  guy with not a lot of strength. I have tried stretching, got some coaching, but thats the way I am -gene

Understanding How a Strong Grip Creates a Draw in Golf

QuestionHello john:WHy does a strong grip promote a draw? I would think a weak grip would promote a draw since the wrist of the top hand is facing the targ

Half Swing vs. Full Swing: Improving Your Golf Drive & Eliminating Fades

Questionhi i would like to ask you about the way i swing. When i swing i only go half way just to the part before i turn my wrist to make the club perpendi

Yellow vs. Red Stakes: Relief Rules & Stroke Difference - Golf Rules Explained

QuestionWhat is the stroke difference between yellow and red stakes? Ex- par 3, hitting over water to green, ball hits land outside of yellow stakes but ro

Lateral Water Hazard Rules: Can You Declare a Ball Unplayable?

QuestionMy ball game to rest in a small dried up pond with red stakes indicating a lateral water hazard. The lie was extremely bad and I wanted to declare

Left Wrist Pain from Golfing: Causes, Relief & Recovery

QuestionQUESTION: Hi John, i stated golfing the summer of 2008 and i have become pretty good. i practice every day and about 3 weeks ago i started have sev

Putting Green Damage: Repair and Penalty Rules in Golf

Question(1)We have birds who damage our holes on the putting greens. During play of the hole, (a) can it be repaired (b) by whom assuming there are 2 of us

Callaway Big Bertha Irons: Shaft Degradation & Performance After 10 Years

QuestionI have a set of Callaway Big Bertha irons that is approximately 10 years old (bought used from a friend).  They have the standard RCH 96 graph

Golf Handicap Stroke Allocation: Understanding Tee Box Differentials

QuestionIf I have an Index of 10 and play from a tee box with a 69.0 rating and I am playing an individual with the same handicap (index of 10) who plays f

Golf: When to Use a Provisional Ball & Rules

QuestionCan a provisional ball be played if there is a doubt whether, following a stroke, a ball has entered a water hazard? AnswerDear Jack: Thanks for

Golf Rules: When Can You Play a Provisional Ball?

QuestionCan a provisional ball be played if there is a doubt about whether, after a stroke, a ball has entered a water hazard? AnswerJack, No you cant pl

Understanding Rule 28(c) - Unplayable Ball Relief & Club Usage

QuestionA player declares his ball unplayable and invokes Rule 28 (c). Does the player require to use the same club used for measuring the 2 club length fo

Can a Golfer Use Two Clubs During a Stroke? USGA Ruling Explained

Questioncan a player make a stroke with the club held in one hand while holding another club in the other hand? AnswerMike, In my opinion yes he can. As

Choosing the Right Flex for Your Tour Edge Exotics XCGV 3 Wood

QuestionHello, I am looking for some advice on the right flex for a tour edge exotics XCGV 3 wood that I contemplating buying. I play with a stiff aldila n

Choosing the Right Tee Box: A Handicap & Course Guide

Questionwhat is the best way to determine as to what Tee you play from based on Handicap and/or slope of the course.? AnswerHello Suhas: Thanks for askin

Driver Loft and Distance: How Loft Affects Your Game

QuestionI have a 460cc 13.5 degree driver and i hit it about 240 250 on average. I have been told that that much loft can take away from my distance. Is th

Golf Rules: Repairing Damage & Lost Balls on the Green - Question Club Championships

QuestionClub Championships! 1. We have birds who (sometimes) badly damage our putting holes. When and by whom can those holes be repaired when we have reac

Avoiding Consecutive Weeks in a League: Strategies for Fair Scheduling

QuestionHave a 20 team league which plays 20 weeks. 10 weeks on the front 10 on the back. Every team always seems to have 3 or 4 weeks in a row on either t

Grip Solvent: Removal & Application - What You Need to Know

QuestionHello. My question is. What is grip solvent, is it specific for golf, or, can i buy it in any hardware store. Thank you for your time AnswerHi J

Fixing a Shank: Understanding and Correcting Common Golf Swing Issues

QuestionJust lately i have been shanking my sand wedge and my pitching wedge.  Is there any tips how to cure this? Thanks, Eric AnswerEric, Let me