At Redlands Mesa, getting your tee shot in the fairway is crucial! Then again, that’s the first step on any hole at any course right? Get the tee shot in the fairway. This is why, on some holes, you’ll see PGA players and LPGA players hit something other than driver off the tee. If they’re worried about a driver shot…
Visiting a new golf course is always a fun adventure! The scenic views and challenge of playing a new-to-you course will be both exhilirating and perhaps a bit daunting as well. If you’re nervous, we’ve got tips for visiting a new golf course. First, be sure to check out the course’s website. For instance, on our website we provide a…
Let’s assume you aren’t the top golfer in your group. There’s nothing wrong with that! Every chance to hit the course is a chance to get better. However, if you can learn to be a better putter you can definitely move up a notch or two on the “who’s probably going to win the round” list. We all know putting…
If you read many golf magazines, you are probably familiar with the “what’s in your golf bag” section. In this section the magazine usually goes through all the items in one golf pro’s bag. It can be intriguing to see what clubs, snacks, and tees are there. Often the oddball items are what we’re all looking for! What kind of…
If you’ve struggled to hit your fairway woods consistently, you’re not alone. My partner frequently reminds me that “hitting a 3-wood off the deck is the hardest shot in golf!” Maybe that’s not true for everyone, but it certainly is for me. For women and seniors, hitting fairway woods is crucial to being able to make birdies and sometimes it’s…
If you think you’re the only one who gets sweaty palms and butterflies when stepping onto the #1 tee box, you’re wrong. Lots of people have first-tee anxieties (or, ALL tee box anxieties). At most courses the first tee is visible to lots of people walking around…those waiting for their turn to tee off, people on putting greens, etc. No…
If you’ve convinced one of your friends to join you on the golf course, good for you! Golf is a great way to connect with your friends on the weekend or after work. However, if your friend is brand new to the game, we’ve got some tips for introducing a friend to golf. First – Head to the driving range.…
While we don’t often see PGA players pulling a hybrid out of their bag, the LPGA is full of them! Almost every woman on tour has a hybrid or “rescue club” in her bag and there are plenty of reasons why you should consider one too. They’re easier to hit than some woods, they can give you lots of roll,…
Golf season is upon us! Spring is here and it’s finally the perfect weather for golf. Sure you can golf in winter, but it’s just not the same is it? Golfing in warmer temperatures can bring up some challenges though and your energy can get sapped fast! Don’t worry, we’ve got golf tips to avoid fatigue! First, hydration is so…
Golf is a mental sport. Sure, golf is a physical sport too. We all get exercise walking the course or even walking to the greens from the cart path! Swinging clubs over and over helps to develop flexibility and strength. However, when it comes to the skill of golf, when it comes to scoring the best you can, most good…
