Golf tips archive

Head position while putting -- Jun. 8, 2005

Long bunker shots -- May. 25, 2005

Eliminate fat shots -- May. 18, 2005

Leave the course in better shape -- May. 11, 2005

Here's the trick to a buried bunker lie -- Apr. 27, 2005

Use one-handed punch to escape tree trouble -- Apr. 20, 2005

Marker can work magic with putter -- Apr. 13, 2005

cross-handed grip can cure the yips -- Apr. 6, 2005

Good follow-through is sign of a good swing -- Mar. 30, 2005

How to hit over the trees -- Mar. 23, 2005

How to take cart-path relief -- Mar. 16, 2005

Try this drill for greenside bunkers -- Mar. 9, 2005

Tee ball lower in the wind -- Mar. 2, 2005

Pause can help avoid overswing -- Feb. 23, 2005

Trust club loft on short pitch shots -- Feb. 16, 2005

Find solid footing in fairway bunker -- Feb. 9, 2005

How to hit downhill bunker shot -- Feb. 2, 2005

Belly shot can get you out of the rough -- Jan. 26, 2005

Lighten grip to cure slice -- Jan. 19, 2005

Stretching can increase flexibility -- Jan. 5, 2005

Weight shift is key to iron shots -- Dec. 29, 2004

Posture, balance are keys to improving swing -- Dec. 22, 2004

Keep ball low when driving into the wind -- Dec. 15, 2004

Remove the ball, then the flagstick -- Dec. 1, 2004

Remove the ball, then the flagstick -- Dec. 1, 2004

Make sure club grip is right size -- Nov. 24, 2004

Pinpoint weaknesses to improve scores -- Nov. 17, 2004

Try this drill to eliminate slice -- Nov. 10, 2004

Swaying can kill your distance -- Nov. 3, 2004

Long swing can help on short sand shot -- Oct. 27, 2004

How to play into the wind -- Oct. 20, 2004

Use putter in a tight lie off the green -- Oct. 6, 2004

Make use of the entire tee box -- Sep. 29, 2004

Take relief from casual water -- Sep. 1, 2004

Shift weight for power -- Aug. 25, 2004

How to deal with uneven lies -- Aug. 18, 2004

Use rake after mis-hitting sand shot -- Aug. 11, 2004

Swing through, not up -- Aug. 4, 2004

Be sure posture is correct -- Jul. 28, 2004

Keep your eye on the ball -- Jul. 21, 2004

Grip is most overlooked fundamental -- Jul. 14, 2004

Weight shift can cure pull-hook -- Jun. 30, 2004

Playing in the wind -- Jun. 9, 2004

Hit the ball high -- May. 19, 2004

Putting requires distance control -- May. 12, 2004

Neutral grip is better than strong one -- Apr. 28, 2004

Here's a drill for short putts -- Apr. 21, 2004

Loosen your grip to increase club speed -- Apr. 14, 2004

Hitting a draw -- Apr. 7, 2004

Setup is important with uneven lies -- Mar. 31, 2004

Keep putter face on line -- Mar. 24, 2004

Proper posture is key to setup -- Mar. 17, 2004

How to fix a low hook -- Mar. 10, 2004

Choke down for more control -- Mar. 3, 2004

Players get some relief -- Feb. 25, 2004

Avoid buckling of left wrist -- Feb. 18, 2004

Take less sand when it's wet -- Feb. 11, 2004

Control is key for distance -- Feb. 4, 2004

Improve short wedge shots -- Jan. 28, 2004

Switch clubs for chipping -- Jan. 21, 2004

Return golf ball to original spot -- Jan. 14, 2004

Contact ball on downswing -- Jan. 7, 2004

Check position of golf ball first -- Dec. 31, 2003

How to avoid 'flying elbow' -- Dec. 24, 2003

Use putting stroke on chip -- Dec. 17, 2003

Hinge wrists in 'yes' position -- Dec. 3, 2003

Get your chin out of the way -- Nov. 26, 2003

Putts, chips need a triangle -- Nov. 19, 2003

Should you try unusual stroke? -- Nov. 12, 2003

Be careful when ball is in play -- Nov. 5, 2003

Strength position can be tested -- Oct. 29, 2003

Tees are legal but not ideal markers -- Oct. 22, 2003

Exercise will lengthen turn -- Oct. 15, 2003

Try sand shots without a ball -- Oct. 8, 2003

How to avoid chunked shots -- Oct. 1, 2003

Focus on one shot at a time -- Sep. 24, 2003

Treat boundary markers as fixed -- Sep. 17, 2003

Get started with lessons -- Sep. 10, 2003

How to move a ball marker -- Sep. 3, 2003

A slice isn't always bad -- Aug. 27, 2003

Arm should be straight, relaxed -- Aug. 20, 2003

Beginners need to get fitted, too -- Aug. 13, 2003

Get shoulders even with lie -- Aug. 6, 2003

Head movement is necessary -- Jul. 30, 2003

Tips from the PGA Champions Tour -- Jul. 9, 2003

Balance leads to consistency -- Jul. 2, 2003

Stretching will add flexibility -- Jun. 25, 2003

Extension is key on chips -- Jun. 18, 2003

Use a target for alignment -- Jun. 11, 2003

Distance control is key on greens -- Jun. 4, 2003

Practice fills players' time -- May. 28, 2003

Don't add loft when putting -- May. 21, 2003

Straight, simple is best stroke -- May. 14, 2003

Flagstick can be held aloft -- May. 7, 2003

Think 'swing,' finish balanced -- Apr. 30, 2003

Think 'swing,' finish balanced -- Apr. 30, 2003

Replace ball hit accidentally -- Apr. 23, 2003

Keep hips from shifting -- Apr. 16, 2003

Take relief in casual water -- Apr. 9, 2003

Waste areas aren't hazards -- Apr. 2, 2003

Proper hinging depends on grip -- Mar. 26, 2003

Don't top your shots -- Mar. 19, 2003

Right hand controls shot -- Mar. 12, 2003

Shift weight for distance -- Mar. 5, 2003

Think big when reading greens -- Feb. 26, 2003

Don't lose your grip when wet -- Feb. 20, 2003

Make changes for tough shot -- Feb. 12, 2003

Weak grip causes slice -- Feb. 5, 2003

What to do in the water -- Jan. 29, 2003

Take it back smooth, straight -- Jan. 22, 2003

When to miss the sweet spot -- Jan. 15, 2003

Find correct grip tension -- Jan. 8, 2003

Adjust position of golf ball -- Jan. 1, 2003

Don't offer advice to foe -- Dec. 24, 2002

Keep swing tempo steady -- Dec. 17, 2002

Think ahead on each hole -- Dec. 4, 2002

How to cure topped shots -- Nov. 27, 2002

Change set-up for distance -- Nov. 20, 2002

Don't release wrists too early -- Nov. 13, 2002

Check divots during practice -- Nov. 6, 2002

Good finish needs balance -- Oct. 30, 2002

Don't hit from wrong green -- Oct. 23, 2002

Swing outside, conquer slice -- Oct. 16, 2002

Use low stance on awkward shot -- Oct. 9, 2002

Don't wait too long on putts -- Oct. 2, 2002

Here is how to seek relief -- Sep. 25, 2002

Give more care to tee placement -- Sep. 19, 2002

Use care when handling pin -- Sep. 11, 2002

Use markings to line up putts -- Sep. 4, 2002

Pick a grip for your game -- Aug. 28, 2002

Swing slower for less spin -- Aug. 21, 2002

Setup is important to good putting -- Aug. 14, 2002

Refocus on shot when distracted -- Aug. 7, 2002

Play a round during practice -- Jul. 31, 2002

Use hand, club to clear sand -- Jul. 24, 2002

How to manage downhill putts -- Jul. 17, 2002

Don't neglect setting clubface -- Jul. 10, 2002

Hands are key on backswing -- Jul. 3, 2002

Conquer rough next to greens -- Jun. 26, 2002

Stay balanced through swing -- Jun. 19, 2002

Don't uncock wrists too early -- Jun. 12, 2002

System keeps handicaps true -- Jun. 5, 2002

Check alignment above feet, too -- May. 29, 2002

Always practice with purpose -- May. 22, 2002

Closed clubface causes hooks -- May. 15, 2002

Get comfortable on chip shots -- May. 8, 2002

Don't under-club on approaches -- May. 1, 2002

No room? Use a punch shot -- Apr. 24, 2002

Try high, soft wedge shots -- Apr. 17, 2002

How to putt in the wind -- Apr. 10, 2002

Follow routine for consistency -- Apr. 3, 2002

Close your eyes to lose the yips -- Mar. 27, 2002

How to escape a plugged lie -- Mar. 20, 2002

Backswing key on pitch shots -- Mar. 13, 2002

How to get over topped shots -- Mar. 6, 2002

Practice distance control at home -- Feb. 27, 2002

Good backswing has a full turn -- Feb. 20, 2002

How to recover from a bad shot -- Feb. 7, 2002

How to beat a downhill lie -- Jun. 14, 2001

Bunker shots all about position -- May. 23, 2001

Legs should lead downswing -- May. 16, 2001

Be patient when practicing -- May. 9, 2001

Tend flag stick when needed -- May. 2, 2001

Try more loft on your putter -- Apr. 25, 2001

Whiffle balls can help tempo -- Apr. 18, 2001

How to square club at impact -- Apr. 11, 2001

Prevent sway on backswing -- Apr. 4, 2001

High for draw, low for fade -- Mar. 28, 2001

How to hit from a divot -- Mar. 14, 2001

Swat at a fly, rethink shot -- Feb. 28, 2001

Think positively when putting -- Feb. 21, 2001