Watch the Golf Sidekick Break 100 videos!!!! As a beginner you are not playing against Par. You should be playing for bogey. Par 4 you should be on in 3 and 2 putt for a 5. That 5 is really your par. Bogey golf should putt you at 90 for par 72 course. So think of GIR for par 3 as on in 2, par 4 on in 3, par 5 on in 4. If you can do that and 2 putt you are at 90. Don't put the pressure on yourself to hit a GIR against Par as you shouldn't be playing against par yet in your mind. This really helped me in the beginning as it made me relax knowing I didn't need a GIR to break 100 or even 90.
Yep very good point, I very rarely hit a G.I.R, I would say the guy in the video is around a 36 handicapper, he could allow him self 3 shots into a green on a par 3, 2 putt and still get his "net" par 4 shots into a par 4, 5 shots into a par 5, I think as a high handicapper u gotta play to your handicap and be happy about it when u do, will keep your head straight and suddenly your find yourself beating your handicap, maybe sneaking in a "gross" par or 2 on the course and breaking 100
Hi buddy thanks for taking the time to leave a comment really appreciate it👍 I have watched a few of their videos really interesting I think when I play golf next time I need to stop thinking I’m better than I am and just enjoy the game👍🏌️
I can 100% agree that the gs breaking 100 and 90 vids are choc full of wisdom for high handicap golfers. Technique obviously helps but follow those simple principles and you will score better. Keep it in play at all times Giotg Practice putting When I actually started doing those I went from shooting 120ish to breaking 100 instantly and I can now shoot under 90 without being a brilliant ball striker.
Hi Shaun, thanks for leaving a comment really appreciate it buddy👍 apologies for the light reply on the comment as I'm still quite new to TH-cam and 🫣👍🏌♂️
I absolutely love your videos! Thank you for posting! I'm a super high handicapper and watching you get those sick shots in between the rough ones gives me inspiration to keep pushing and improving. I slice like nuts, and lose balls in the trees like no tomorrow. Still love the game!
Loved your video man. Just keep playing and getting a little better every time you get on the course. Take more time to think your shots and keep the head down. Enjoy golf and don't suffer. Sometimes these rounds just happen!
I love your honesty and positive attitude. As a 3 handicap, I hit plenty of bad shots - trust me. However, what saves me is my short game and putting. If you work on that, you will see a massive improvement in your game/scores and the rest will come with time and practice. One of the beautiful things about this game is that we all start off shooting high numbers when we begin. The fact that we do that leaves the ability to make huge strides when we start to get better. Good luck at stay with it.
I feel your pain, I was getting really good and then just before the end of summer I lost all my iron shots, I used to be able to pull out my 7 or 5 and know I'll hit a half decent shot but I always manage to shank them now. Used to be able to walk up to the ball and just hit it but now I'm hesitating. Started getting them back but anything higher than an 8 iron and it's who knows which direction it's ganna go. Keep up the grind, summer soon so the warm weather will have you playing better. (That's what I'm hoping for in my case 😂)
Hi Kyle, thanks for leaving a comment buddy I really appreciate it👍 I would love to give you some advice on your game, but you've obviously seen my videos🫣 Have a great weekend buddy 👍🏌♂️
I can totally relate to the frustration of this game,and the hope that comes with a good shot. Totally admire you for the video,and just keep swinging my friend.😊
Watching from Canada, we've all been there friend and anyone who is as dedicated as you are can't go wrong. I've been taking lessons and taking my game more seriously for about a year, year and a half. I've come a long way in that time and if there is one tip I would say helped me more than any other it would be this; The harder you try, the worse you play. Learning to golf is very much like learning a dance, you can't be wooden or too deliberate. Try to stay as relaxed as you can, almost as though you were hitting the ball without caring where it goes lol. Thanks for sharing and keep up the great work!!!
Thanks buddy, thanks for taking the time to leave a comment. Really appreciate it, and all the feedback is much appreciated 👍🏻 I can honestly say eleven months ago I never thought golf was this hard🤦 And you are 100 % right. Playing golf tense is a no-go. Thanks again, buddy. I really do appreciate it. Have a good one 👍🏻 🏌♂️
@@itsjustgolf I'd endorse the loosen up advice above. I'll add some pragmatism.; Your favourite club should be an 8/9 iron, not a 5. You want a decent, massively consistently straight shot. If you *know* you can hit it out of rough, so much the better. That's it! No disasters, no stress = better scoring. Obviously you can hit a ball well. Why not do it more? Once you're agitating to hit 7 from there give it a go occasionally I can't excuse your putting in any way. Don't wait till spring. I bet you haven't already knocked in 100 from 12-18 inches. If I'm wrong I apologise (so should you, for not being better). I've seen a couple of worse putters than you, but they're both miles ahead, now. Good luck! What's your handicap?(whatever it is; there's shed loads to take off)
Oops. Just noticed it's 10 months old. I'll leave it to demonstrate I don't always pay full attention. Solid advice, though. I'll FF to see how you're getting on.
Morning, buddy, thanks for all the feedback and advice. I really do appreciate you taking the time👍🏻 I'm still currently off 28HCP I think trying to learn golf and do a TH-cam channel at the same time. Might have a big part to play in that🫣 But hopefully this season My HCP should come tumbling down😉👍🏻🏌♂️
the absolute definition of high handicap golf there, pal. Some days you gotta just smile and move on and conditions are still really hard at the minute so no reason to worry. At this standard, making your best shot better doesn't make a blind bit of difference, it's cutting out the worst tops, fats and tree trouble that starts to make a big difference and a lot of that will come with practice and just playing.
I've recently taken up golf and having lessons and I can empathise with your frustration but that's' what makes it fascinating, bravo for showing the honest reality of learning to golf and keep up the great work on these videos and I'll keep watching as you improve....and hopefully so do I!
Hey man, sorry about the struggles. Golf is just so unpredictable. A couple of things I noticed from the lessons I took this winter: you slice is from your swing path, it is an out to in and you most like hit the ball with a wide open face. I can’t see your grip but you might have to make it “stronger” to help close that face. If you can changed your swing path to in to out with a closed face, you’ll produce a nice draw. This takes a lot of practice but if you can rent time on a launch monitor, it will do wonders vs just going to the range and slamming a bucket of balls aimlessly.
Hi buddy, thanks for the comment and feedback really appreciate it. Have been having some lessons but have a few bad habits that need ironing out 1 at a time lol 🏌♂️👍
Your problem stems mainly from a massively out to in swing path. You set up closed but then swing over the top . It's steep and produces weak shots that either leak right or become a pull to the left of you shut the face. Take a look at the Jim Venetos method of swinging the club. As you set up closed anyway you shouldn't find it that hard to adjust to. You will quickly clear up your inconsistency and improve ball striking immediately.
@@itsjustgolf give it a go. You can then move on from worrying about your long game and focus on your short game. Handicap will come down quickly. Using the Venetos method I get solid contact and can then focus on chipping and putting. Currently off 9.8 but my goal is to get down to 5 in 2024. I did shoot 74 twice in 2023 so Venetos definitely works. I'm no super athlete either, I'm 49 with a dodgy knee and back. If I can do it then anyone can.
Morning buddy thanks for leaving a comment really appreciated it👍 the next video should be out Thursday apologies for not doing one this week i’ve been really busy with the kids🤯👍🏌️
Your good shots are really good, you just need more of them, but don't worry that will happen with practice. May I suggest you try a putter with a normal size, smaller grip. It might help with distance control and feel. Keep it up bro, i'm enjoying your content 👍
Morning Finbar thanks for leaving a comment buddy really appreciate it👍 The putter originally had the smaller group on there but as I am 6 footit felt like a lollipop stick in my hands so I upgraded to the larger groups that do feel a little bit more comfortable, Me and the family are having a little holiday this weekend away so hopefully come back Monday refreshed and start again🏌️👍
I feel your pain. Been playing around 8-9 months now. Currently on fourth Driver, keep trying to fix terrible slice. Been there with the terrible top shots, then pull a lovely next shot out of the bag 🤷♂️. All I/we can keep doing, is practice, practice, practice and keep enjoying.
Ike here, keep it going buddy nothing more I like, than to watch someone improve there game and Like the comment said up the top play bogey golf My only tip would be pick your line for your putt don't worry about hole in out concentrate on your pace ⛳🏌️♂️
Just found your channel.Enjoying watching you play all the local courses that that i play as well. Never found Oxley easy to play but had enjoyable days there.
You should dump your driver until you can break 100 on a regular basis. I was out recently teeing off practically every hole with a hybrid that only goes about 150 yards but pretty straight. the bonus to this tacic is you use the same club for nearly every other shot on the fairway too. scored an 88.
Morning Conan thanks for the comment buddy really appreciate it👍 I am seriously thinking of losing the driver and buying a new 4&3 Iron not comfortable with hybrids woods or drivers👍🏌️
@@itsjustgolf Yeah i had the same problems with the driver. You might pull off a miracle shot once in a blue moon where it might go close to 250 but realistically I was never going straight or even over 150 the majority of the time. I just changed the mindset and breaking 100 came very easy then. My plan is basically break every par 4 into 3 shots where you can get on to putt and then set up the first putt, then tap it in. Bogey and you're laughing. Keep that up for 18 holes and you'll break 90 nevermind 100. A club that goes straight is more important than distance for a beginer. Even if it only goes 120 yards that will still get you on most par 4's in 3 shots. look over your course before you start too. and divide all the par 4's by 3 and see how easy it is to get on 3.
One way to instantly improve your score is to think about breaking the holes up. So if you've got a 364 yard par 4 that could be, two 7 irons and a 60 yard pitch, or three 9 irons. Clubs you're going to be way more consistent and comfortable hitting and you can still get on the green in 3-4 shots. Keep up the grind pal.
Morning coach, thanks for leaving a comment buddy really appreciate it👍 100%Agree with you pal That's why next week I'm leaving the driver in the garage and Just playing Simple golf 👍🏌♂️
I laughed at a lot of these shots (because it really is how my game goes too)….i know the good shot/bad shot routine all too well. Loved the video mate!! Nice honest showing of how most folk play. Good effort!!!
Thanks stephan let me know what your thoughts are on the new videos🫣 The weather has been really bad since November with snow. Floods and freezing conditions so haven't been able to get out on the big course yet. But I have been playing a little par 3 Course down the road from me to sharpen up on my short game👍🏻🏌♂️
I've only just found your channel and I feel your pain. It's such a frustrating sport to learn and being from a rugby background I struggled at 1st. Its hard when you're the only one responsible for how you score! 🤣 I started having lessons in September last year. Have you tried any? I'm being taught to just take my back swing to an L shape and not to swing too full until I improve. Concentrating more on technique and making sure that I return the club face square at impact. I'm 9 lessons in now and am hitting the ball really well and I really believe its through the lessons. Seeing my swing analysed as a beginner really helped me. Just stuck to lessons and the range through the winter as I was advised to stay off the course while the weather was bad and start once the spring comes. I think that was good advice as I'll be more ready for playing then. Some might disagree. Anyway, from a fellow Brit good luck. You've got a new follower. 👍
Hi Glynn thanks for taking the time to leave a comment buddy I really appreciate it I have had a few lessons this year just that I used to play off and on and have a load of bad habits but I can’t get rid of the worst one .on my downswing I release the club with my left hand which puts me in all sorts of mess 🫣 thanks for the follow buddy👍🏌️
It's a hard game. A really hard game. Have fun with it. Focus on the short game. Chipping and putting. Although those slow, bumpy greens weren't doing you any favors. As others have mentioned, keep the big stick in the bag for now. Stick with your mid irons off the tee. That backwards shot was impressive. Many advanced golfers wouldn't be able to hit that cleanly on their 2nd, 4th or 5th try! Thanks for the video.
Hi buddy thanks for leaving a comment really appreciate it👍 when I was fitting for my new clubs The pro said a 58ﾟis the highest I need, If I'm honest I don't know how to use that one🤣👍🏌♂️
Hi buddy thanks for leaving a comment really appreciate it👍 I have been looking at new filming equipment but there’s so much choice and as a plumber you can imagine it’s not my strong point but I’m open to any suggestions👍🏌️
Just some quick suggestions after viewing for the first time, your over the top (in to out) swing path is the cause of your pull left and slice right drives, also doesn’t help with the irons. For putting, your back stroke and forward stroke should be roughly the same pace, it seems you accelerate far too much on the forward stroke which takes any consistency out of your pace control
Morning Glen thanks for leaving a comment buddy really appreciate it👍 This week the anything in my bag are going to be my ping I525 Which go from a pitching wedge to a 5 iron and also 52 and 58ﾟ wedge I'm not put putter
Keep at it bro, you will get better. And you’re not getting any loft on your iron long shots. Try taking your long irons of the back foot, so your a bit in front of the ball. You will strike it better and get that extra loft. Good luck buddy.
Hello, you have a great swing with good rotation on the back swing. Your issue is with your down swing, your pulling your arms down to initiate your down swing, trying turning your lower hips first which will allow you to shallow your club first. Hope this helps.
Top tip , not sure if you know but your alignment is out, your set up is aiming well right of target and to correct it you are pulling across the ball to the left which will make you pull badly left or hit a slice , to correct put a club on the floor on target line and set up from there 😉
Hi Ryan, sorry for last week. I was away on holiday with the kids. I'm putting one on tomorrow and should be every thursdsy after that. Thanks for the support, much appreciated 👍🏌
Your swing does not look too bad. There is potential there. You get cramped up in the transition because you take the club back too much to the inside. Try take the club back straight. It will feel outside to you at first. You want the club to be dropping a little inside your swing plane when you transition into your downswing, but because you are aiming too far right your subconscious intervenes… dropping the club inside feel wrong if you aim that far right. Try opening your stance a bit, aiming more left. Perhaps look at some Lee Trevino swings, or Fred Couples. Aiming a little left (left edge of the fairway or green) will promote you taking the club back straighter and not so much to the inside, which leave you no room really to drop club inside. And then just swing naturally down the line. Here is Fred Couples (simple) swing thoughts: take club back slowly (straight down the ball to target line), make a full turn (don’t sway, turn as if your standing in a barrel), clear your hips (slight and gentle movement in coordination with your weight shifting left), swing the club down the line (the clearing of your hips will automatically cause the club to drop inside the line) release past the ball (as your weight continues to shift all to the left side). You will probably find it feels more natural to aim left and will allow you to swing the club more naturally. About the putting let the club swing more as if it is a pendulum (like that in an old grandfather clock, try feel the momentum of the pendulum, it will add consistency to your putting stroke in terms of feel. You just then vary the length of the stroke (how far the pendulum swings back and forth) to hit it shorter or further. All it requires is fairly quiet hands and arms and a gentle rocking of the shoulders (you do this already fairly well - concentrate on feeling the pendulum - the weight of the club swinging. In no time, with a bit of practice on the greens, you’ll be putting well. Anyway thanks for sharing and don’t loose heart. Golf can be a difficult game. Try make it more natural. More simple. Just let the club swing down the line (try feel the momentum of the club as both gravity and the centrifugal forces of you turning your hips and shifting your weight interact with it). Make your swing more about feel and momentum than technique. Try incorporate the basics of the swing as naturally to you as possible. There are many ways to swing a golf club. I just think an open stance promotes a better opportunity to make a natural free flowing swing. Above all don’t forget to Enjoy your time on the course. Again thanks for sharing and looking forward to seeing you share more rounds.
HI Peter, Thanks for taking the time to leave me all that feedback. I really do appreciate it, Buddy. and will definitely be giving those other guys a watch👍🏻 There are some new videos on the channel, buddy 👍🏻🏌♂️
I was doing quite well on the simulators over the winter, but am doing really badly once started outdoors. I top the ball, I slice it, I even miss it. On the simulators, I do well with most clubs, and the driver was one of my best. But today, I only hit the driver well once. Any suggestions? Thank you!
Just thinking. On 1st tee shot, if ball was teed about 1/2 ball diameter lower than you played it, maybe it would have been easier for you to make a more efficient forward swing plane thru the ball? Try substituting a 3W instead of driver. Tee the ball so the bottom edge of the ball is 2mm above the grass. Play the shot exactly as if it was on an ideal lie in the fairway. Dont play for max yards but a consistent shot shape (on this shot and for most golfers including me it's a low hanging baby fade that rolls out on the fairway but that doesn't usually run into the right rough). In general, I'm just thinking, maybe bag just a 3W, 7W, 5i, 7i, 9i, GW, SW and putter. Then you can play shots with 60% swing power and 80% swing power. So, the 60% power shots are good practice for greater accuracy of ball contact on a specific clubhead groove, to make ball spin and trajectory more consistent. Just thinking, maybe try different style of putters, putter lengths and putter swingweights. btw, im an avid golfer who has been golfing on and off and in love with golf since 1965.
Hi buddy, thanks for the feedback really appreciate it. I have tried to keep the bag really simple this year. I've only got 5 iron-P wedge and 52° 58° Wedge the driver doesn't come out that much anymore🫤 I've learnt I've got to put the hours in with the Putter to get to grips with distance control👍🏻🏌🏻♂️
I was doing quite well on the simulators over the winter, but am doing really badly once started outdoors. I top the ball, I slice it, I even miss it. On the simulators, I do well with most clubs, and the driver was one of my best. But today, I only hit the driver well once. Any suggestions? Thank you!
Hi there, The best bit of advice an old boy gave me was to remember why we're on the course and that is to have fun... And not worry about the score 😎 I haven't had a round of golf for 2 months due to the weather being really bad in the UK. So I have put an extra two boxes above in my bag for the next round🫣👍🏻🏌♂️
Shit happens as a new golfer, I feel your pain but you're a new golfer at the hardest time of the year so don't beat yourself up. As you mentioned practice your putting and that's going to take a lot of score off. If its the score you're worried about I'd stop driving and use your 5 iron and manage the course better, you lost a lot of shots from your tee which I think will help build your confidence and put you in a better headspace. Use the range to get that under control and come summer you'll be laughing.
Morning Wesley thanks for leaving a comment buddy really appreciate it, yes I was thinking of getting rid of the driver and buying a 4 & 3 Iron, the last video the driver was absolutely fantastic couldn’t fault it all game 👍🏌️
@@itsjustgolf I only suggested it because I'm in such a similar position, I couldn't break 100 because of lost tee shots, dropped balls or having an approach yo the green from a crap lie. I started playing my 5 iron which I can hit good distance to be honest and hitting fairways so much more made me confident and gave me much better shots in. I think like me we all try and get to the green in regulation but in reality we over do it and make a mess of it lol. Your chipping and your irons looked the best bit so you need to give yourself those opportunities. When I did this I went from regular 105 to 110 scores down to low 90s. I practiced my driver and 3 wood with a couple of lessons and now hit 85 to 90 pretty commonly. Good luck man looking forward to watching you progress.
keep playing and you'll improve, really enjoyed the camara work. if you have the time/funds i think having 1-3 lessons would shave a lot of shots of your game
Hi Janos thanks for leaving a comment really appreciate it buddy I have been having a few lessons so hopefully this summer I won’t be losing many balls🫣👍🏌️
Just some personal observations on your swing.. Positives: the setup looks decent, and the tempo is very good and consistent which is the sign of a good natural player. You don't rush the down swing for instance which a lot of amateurs do, particularly on pressure shots. Negatives: you've a classic so called 'over the top' swing, as I'm sure you're probably already aware. This not only means all your shots can only go either left to right or drastic hooks left, but also leads to inconsistencies and is also causing you to early hip extend, as you'll see for example if you pause at 13:01. This can ultimately lead to injury if you're not careful. To fix it, you'll need to reprogram your swing (to use a term), so that the driving forces are coming from the lower body, ie the legs and hips, and the upper body (especially hands and arms) is just passive and loose and simply follows behind the lower body. I can see from your swing that the driving forces are coming from the upper body which is causing the over the top, early hip extension, flipping etc. So for instance, the hands and arms are trying to swing the club when they should literally be doing almost nothing. The hands and arms should be rotating in a circular arc around your spine, not because they are trying to, but because your feet, legs, hips and upper torso are causing a rotational movement causing your spine to rotate and ultimately causing your arms, hands and the club to rotate around the spine. I don't know how tight you grip your club? But if you try holding it very loosely as if you are holding a hamster and then hold it even lighter than that, it might feel strange at first but this will help get rid of the hand/arm driven habits. But anyway, hope it works out well for you.
Hi Danny, thanks for leaving a comment and good feedback. I really appreciate it. Strangely enough on my last lesson we have been working on holding the club looser. Strange at first but can see the logic behind it as with a tighter grip, you're more likely to hack/whack the ball than naturally swing 🏌♂️👍
What this guy says is spot on. A couple of tiny tweaks can make a huge difference. 1) Driver...very steep on the backswing. Swing around the body and not high up in air. As a practice drill try to keep your hands no higher than your shoulders at top of backswing. This helps you come in shallow and swoop up on the ball. 2) Irons...similar to Driver, lower the hands a touch to get more shallow. Say chin/mouth high at top of swing. Then to help prevent coming 'over the top' as you transition to downswing feel like you are freezing your trail arm elbow angle (at circa 90 degrees), pull it down towards your belt whilst rotating through the swing. This helps encourage the hips to start the downswing rather than the arms. If this makes no sense at all it is basically the same natural action you'd use to skim a stone with your trail arm. This concept can be applied to both iron and Driver. Hope it helps, keep going.
We have all had bad days, I'm currently close to breaking 100 but my putting is my weak point. Love the videos and remember whatever happens just have fun
Morning Andy thanks for commenting buddy really appreciate it 👍I 100%agree rather than thinking about the score I need to enjoy the game more, good luck with breaking 100 buddy👍🏌️
Don't be discouraged, all of us have rounds like this. That new gadget looks very snazzy too! will check that out. Not sure if Oxley do a good butty but when I'm having a 'mare, I stop for some food, get a drink and mentally rest, then I go back out with the simple objective of bettering my front 9.
Hi Rob, thanks for taking the time to leave a comment buddy really appreciate it👍 A few people have suggested that to me when I’m walking around the golf course with my sulky face on 😂
Hi, just came across your channel and all I can say is "I can releate with golf struggles!" I am also a high handicapper golfer and also a youtuber. Would be great to collaborate with you if your ever in the Somerset area playing golf, or if I'm up north 😊👍
Next time you go out, really try to manage your expectations. The best player on tour hits 6/10 fairways, and the best iron player hits it to 18 feet from the pin from 175 out on average. Secondly, really try to focus on the target. Let any mechanical swing thoughts go, they will absolutely destroy your golf swing. Leave the mechanics for practice. Pick your target, commit to your target, and swing. Only spend 1 to 2 seconds MAX over the golf ball. Any longer than that and your target will go away, leaving you to your thoughts and will result in you just flailing at the ball. That’s a lot of input, so take what you will. I highly encourage this way of golf!
Hi Seth apologies for late reply still quite now to TH-cam and it does hide some of the comments🫣 Thanks for sharing those tips really appreciate you👍🏌♂️
From one amateur to another, I'm sure since you are videoing your swing you can see that you have a massive over the top from transition to impact. I did see you are taking lessons from a pro, so not sure if there is anything you haven't already been told before. I have been watching Athletic Motion Golf videos and listening to their podcasts. You might learn a few things on how the arms and shoulders work to produce the correct motions needed for a reliable swing. I have learned a lot this year myself as a 10 hcp playing about 10 years. Good luck with the channel and your golfing journey.,,,
Hi buddy thanks for the comment really appreciate it👍 I've just downloaded one of their podcasts will give it a go tomorrow When I'm driving back home thanks for sharing🏌♂️👍
@@itsjustgolf Yeah, GL with the journey, one thing I have had to be careful in the youtube golf tip video era, is be careful about watching everything and everyone on how to fix this or that. It can be to many conflicting ideas and to many swing thoughts the next time you go for practice or a round. As I mentioned previously I have stuck with AMG videos as I think they have the most data driven swing analysis. and no I'm not paid to promote them.😇
#subscribe 😉 I don't mind listening to or watching golf tips but unless my coach Craig Thomas says to change something I wouldn't be changing it from a comment or a video But you are right TH-cam is full of golf guru video 👍🏌♂️
Golf is hard. If I was to offer a few tips, I would say shorten your backswing. It’s losing shape at the top with some elbow bend and wristy-ness. Try only going to a verticals club and then the downswing. Can make the stroke more consistent. Also, your stance may be narrow. Hard to tell from the angle but there’s a few shots where you seemed to lose balance in the follow through. A few inches wider might stop that. You also rush some shots. Especially your putts. Calm down, walk around it, crouch down, pick a line and then step up and hit it. And don’t be as hard on yourself. Golf is hard. Laugh at the really bad shots. It’s part of the fun.
Thanks for video. Keep up the hard work. I've had problems with losing grip of club and have focussed on ensuring the last 2 fingers are holding on. I akso recommend Sam Jarman's book 'The 3 principles of outstanding golf' - a great read that sheds light on our thought process on the course and life philosophy in general 👍
Thanks for the comment buddy really appreciate it. It is really tough and challenging, that was one of the main reasons I chose to become a member there. When I play other courses it will feel like moving out of 1 bedroom flat to a 7 bed mansion 👍🏌😅
When I first started out, a more experienced flight partner explained that golf was like a domina - you pay a lot of money to get humiliated. He was right.
Hello mate glad I come across your channel I’m in the same situation atm trying to break 100 I seemed to get better really quick and have now hit a plateau where my game is awful lol anyway looking forward to seeing your progress can I ask unless you already have would you do a what’s in the bag please
@@breakingninetygolf I struggle mostly from 75 yards in i so struggle of the tee at times but quickly change over to my hybrid and normally sorts the issue it’s the 50 yard chips and constant 3/4 yards I can get 350 yards In 2/3 shots then the bits turns into 6 shots
@@itsjustgolf yes I have just had a putting lesson but havnt managed to get much practice but hope it will help. Really enjoying the channel keep up the great content mate
Looking at this course I don't think I'd use a driver at all, it's so narrow, I'll be using a 3 wood at most off the tee, maybe even a 3 hybrid and trying to keep the ball low and away from the trees.
Its all about being out there. Good or bad, always have a beer after the game.. We've all been there. Forget it and move on. Sheff from the group in front of you. :)
Cheers Sheff 👍Hope you enjoyed the course. What did you think of the 14th hole par 3 with the raised green and bunkers surrounding the front? Got to be my favourite hole 🏌
@@itsjustgolf THOUGHT IT WAS GREAT. SOME TIGHT HOLES TO ENDURE. THE PAR 3 YOU MENTION COULD BE ON ANY COURSE IN THE COUNTRY. IF I WERENT ALREADY A MEMBER AT SOUTH STAFFS, I THINK I WOULD HAVE SERIOUSLY CONSIDERED A MEMBERSHIP THERE. ITS REALLY THE WRONG SIDE OF WOLVERHAMPTON FOR ME. KEEP THE VIDEOS COMING MATE. AND DONT FORGET. JUST ENJOY THE GAME . KEEP IT AS SIMPLE AS POSSIBLE UNTIL YOUVE PLAYED MORE. :). CHEERS. SHEFF
I have had plenty of bad rounds. I always keep my head up then 1 day I broke 100 and you can do it mate. Your slice is caused by your angle of attack being too steep. Make sure your angle of attack and clubface is square and don't worry about power.
Maybe look into some mindset stuff, cos you can hit it well but maybe get in your own head too often. Hitting good shots after a fuck up shot, or duffing it after hitting a career best are pretty good indicators that you're an overthinker. Maybe look up Inner Golf, Golf is not a game of perfect, or some other popular book. Good luck!
Hi buddy thanks for taking the time to leave a comment I really appreciate👍 If I’m honest I’ve never really looked into anything about mindset but since you mentioned it I had a quick Google search and was just reading some things which is absolutely blow my mind especially a piece written by Timothy Gallway as stupid as it sounds (don’t overthink it just swing it) average speed is about three seconds to complete the swing. and within three seconds we think we can adjust the body down to your feet being in the right position your wrist and arm are in the correct position and the speed of the club and perhaps trying to alter the path of the club (in three seconds) Apologies if none of the above make any sense just excited writing as I’m reading part of the article thanks buddy 👍🏌️
@@itsjustgolf For the mental side of the game (especially putting) there are great audiobooks on TH-cam by Dr Bob Rotella. He's a psychologist who's worked with 80 major winners or so. I think "Putting Out Of Your Mind" would be right up your street. Needless to say, practice is required too, especially from 3 - 6 feet. Good luck, mate.
Hi Nick. Don't beat yourself up, buddy. We all have bad games every now and again. It took me a year to realise it's all about enjoying the game, not the score 🫣 If you ever need a confidence boost or just a laugh, come and have a game with me... That will cheer you right up 😉👍🏻🏌♂️
I slowed down the video to 0.25x at 5:52 where you shank it. I'm no pro, but Seems to me like your feet are aiming way right of target to start with. Then perhaps to compensate for this, your downswing comes way over the top of your swing plane. This is really common with a shank (I should know as I used to do it a lot 🤣). Also, your lower body is very passive on the downswing, so try to lead with your hips on the downswing. If you're not sure what I mean, Grant Horvat explains it quite well when he is giving Bobby Fairways a YT lesson. Will also help with distance.
Hi buddy thanks for leaving a comment really appreciate it👍 I've been having a few lessons but have so many bad habits🤦 just trying to work on them 1 by 1 We'll definitely give that video watch later👍🏌♂️
I was doing quite well on the simulators over the winter, but am doing really badly once started outdoors. I top the ball, I slice it, I even miss it. On the simulators, I do well with most clubs, and the driver was one of my best. But today, I only hit the driver well once. Any suggestions? Thank you!
Bogeys are definitely acceptable, even if u play off 18 handicap that's a "net" par, 36 handicap is a "net birdie" learn to love bogeys and double bogeys for your "net" pars and birdies.
Best thung i ever did was get some lessons. We'll spend 500 on a driver, just to hit a big slice. But look down on 200 for a couple of lessons. Keep up the practice 💪
100% couldn't agree more. There are some videos on the channel of me and Craig the pro at oxley, having a lesson 🏌♂️what blows my mind is people spend an absolute fortune on drivers, but don't give putters a second thought 👍🏻🏌♂️
Definitely no expert. Im on the 3rd hole I'd say definitely club up on your approach shots . Those numbers and clubs sound good for good shots. At our level i noticed a difference with club up and swing easy. Its a cruel and rewarding stupid hobby 🤣
sorry to bug u but some shots when u swing i can see your going over swing on top of your head try not to overswing on top of your head and make it more better at hitting for u
My whole golf game is crazy🫣 About 180/185 yd is the Max, That's why I've been thinking of leaving the driver in the garage as I'm not comfortable with it . some days it will go in excess of 240 yd and other days it will go to 100 yd forward 100 yd right🫡👍🏌♂️
Hi. Think you were correct: roped off = GUR = free relief (no penalty). Good luck. p.s. whilst there are some obvious improvements you can make to your putting those greens looked brutal. The amount of side roll a few inches around the hole is quite unbelievable. Those are hard greens!
Anyone who posts himself having a bad round I can respect,it's a cliche but you need plenty of practise ,once a month game if you want to get better no chance unless u don't care.its only a game.
Thanks buddy, really appreciate it. Yes been having loads of practice and have a coach who is trying to get rid of all my bad habits🫣 still a long way to go, but I will get there buddy👍🏻🏌🏻♂️
Well I can see that you understand the swing SOMEWHAT fundamentally. I’d like to see you step up to the ball about a foot. Stand up taller. This is going to reroute your downswing but that’s what you want. In your woods and long irons, you’re swinging out to in because you’re reaching. That explains both your pull hooks and your shanks. Just depends where your club head is at impact. Typically it’s closed and headed left or you’re almost missing it and getting hosel. In your backswing, and if I’m standing directly across from you, imagine 9:00 in that backswing. I’d also like to see the toe of your club pointing skyward. Your face is too closed on takeaway. It’s not bad. Just reroute that swing.
You're holding your irons too far out in front... you are treating them like a driver... Hold your hands and arms closer to your knees and you'll find more consistent strikes. Bad shots can still be consistent; i played for years with a strong hook. You just have to be consistent to learn to play around it while you improve... Edit: forgot to say cheers. We've all started there mate...
Thanks for the comment buddy I really appreciate it. I've had a few lessons since this video so hopefully I've improved a little lol Cannot wait for Sunny weather next year as weather in the UK is rubbish at the min👍🏻🏌🏻♂️
@itsjustgolf glad to hear you're still putting in effort to improve. A lot of people give up the first year or two. It's one of the few games where lessons are almost mandatory... very few people have a natural golf swing. I'll watch some newer videos to see how you've got on this last year. I live in the Boreal Forest just south of the tundra... it's been driving range season for months here... 😩 You'll be in the 90s in no time mate!
There was me moaning about a little English weather and you're up to your waist with snow! Wow what a place to live.... When I started this channel a year ago never expected golfers from so far and wide to be following my journey. Apologies in advance for some of the audio as I'm a plumber by trade and filming etc does not come naturally. Let's hope you see an improvement in my video editing and my golf swing over the next 12 months👍🏻🏌🏻♂️
Golf’s a funny old game mate. You hit down on the ball to get it up, you swing slow and smooth and the ball goes further 😂 a bad swing produced great shots still, just like a broken clock is correct twice a day, just the better you get the lest bad shots you’ll see bud
Not saying you’re swing is bad by the way mate, just trying to explain why you hit some amazing shots and a lot of not so amazing ones, you have good ability and coordination to hit the ball, just need consistency like myself lol
Hi Harry, thanks for leaving a comment and feedback buddy really appreciate it 👍 Golf is a funny old game, some days you know exactly what to do and play like Tiger Woods and then the other days you question why you're there and play like daffy duck 🤣
@@itsjustgolf it’s the challenge and knowing te next round could be your best round yet what brings us back time after time mate 🤣 that or the clubhouse beer and sausage roll after who knows 👀😂 keep going tho fella 🤛🏼
Keep going man - im going to make a prediction... 3 games from now you will see an improvement...then another step back, then forward two steps again... Thats golf bro - im 14 HCP but only last week played like a 24 handicapper again... thas ...GOLF! Keep at it mate.
Hi buddy, thanks for leaving a comment really appreciate it 👍 100% agree with you that's what makes golf so addictive. Your prediction is absolutely bang on. The next couple of videos I actually break 100 but last week, 1st golf holiday abroad and my game went to pot 🤷♂️The highs and lows of golf 👍🏌♂️
Try keeping your backswing to the outside. It sounds counterintuitive, but right now your sequencing isn’t allowing you to drop down into the slot, because your lower body is starting before you’re even at the top. That in itself is okay if you have room on the inside to make the drop, but you start forward with the lower body, with the backswing already on the inside and traveling upward. This is the reason your club and arms have no choice but to start in an “over”motion instead of a dropping motion. I had the same issue for years. I literally fixed it in one day by keeping the club down the line longer on the backswing
I used to think that power came from my arms hitting the ball. It took me a while to realize that power and strike come from the whole of my body moving in sequence🫣 Thanks for all the feedback buddy really appreciate it👍🏻🏌♂️
Slow your Brain down. Just play the game and adapt. Maybe take a couple practice swings instead of just getting up there and hitting the ball. Just commit to the shot. Golf is not a game of perfect. That’s a very good book to read. Check it out and stay out of your head. 💪
Watch the Golf Sidekick Break 100 videos!!!! As a beginner you are not playing against Par. You should be playing for bogey. Par 4 you should be on in 3 and 2 putt for a 5. That 5 is really your par. Bogey golf should putt you at 90 for par 72 course. So think of GIR for par 3 as on in 2, par 4 on in 3, par 5 on in 4. If you can do that and 2 putt you are at 90. Don't put the pressure on yourself to hit a GIR against Par as you shouldn't be playing against par yet in your mind. This really helped me in the beginning as it made me relax knowing I didn't need a GIR to break 100 or even 90.
Yep very good point, I very rarely hit a G.I.R, I would say the guy in the video is around a 36 handicapper, he could allow him self 3 shots into a green on a par 3, 2 putt and still get his "net" par 4 shots into a par 4, 5 shots into a par 5, I think as a high handicapper u gotta play to your handicap and be happy about it when u do, will keep your head straight and suddenly your find yourself beating your handicap, maybe sneaking in a "gross" par or 2 on the course and breaking 100
Hi buddy thanks for taking the time to leave a comment really appreciate it👍
I have watched a few of their videos really interesting I think when I play golf next time I need to stop thinking I’m better than I am and just enjoy the game👍🏌️
I can 100% agree that the gs breaking 100 and 90 vids are choc full of wisdom for high handicap golfers. Technique obviously helps but follow those simple principles and you will score better.
Keep it in play at all times
Giotg
Practice putting
When I actually started doing those I went from shooting 120ish to breaking 100 instantly and I can now shoot under 90 without being a brilliant ball striker.
Hi Shaun, thanks for leaving a comment really appreciate it buddy👍 apologies for the light reply on the comment as I'm still quite new to TH-cam and 🫣👍🏌♂️
Hi Robert thanks for leaving a comment really appreciate buddy started to watch golf sidekicks and find it very interesting👍🏌♂️
Golf is so hard man!!! Keep going, great video. ⛳👍
Thanks Neil really appreciate it buddy 👍🏻 🏌♂️
Love finding other beginner golfer channels like mine! Keep grinding! Your chip on the first hole was great. Take the small wins :)
Thanks Chris really appreciate it buddy 👍🏻 🏌♂️
I absolutely love your videos! Thank you for posting! I'm a super high handicapper and watching you get those sick shots in between the rough ones gives me inspiration to keep pushing and improving. I slice like nuts, and lose balls in the trees like no tomorrow. Still love the game!
Hi Tom, thanks for the comment and support. Really appreciate it buddy. We've all got to start somewhere and things can only get better 🏌♂️👍
Same... Just learn for 6 months... struggling...
I feel your pain! My inconsistency is so annoying. However, it’s still great fun being out in the fresh air in beautiful surroundings. Keep it up
Thanks michael👍🏻
It's got to be one of the best sports on the planet, no matter how good or bad you are it's all about having fun🏌🏻♂️👍🏻
Loved your video man. Just keep playing and getting a little better every time you get on the course. Take more time to think your shots and keep the head down. Enjoy golf and don't suffer. Sometimes these rounds just happen!
Thanks Jole really appreciate it buddy 👍🏻 🏌♂️
I love your honesty and positive attitude. As a 3 handicap, I hit plenty of bad shots - trust me. However, what saves me is my short game and putting. If you work on that, you will see a massive improvement in your game/scores and the rest will come with time and practice. One of the beautiful things about this game is that we all start off shooting high numbers when we begin. The fact that we do that leaves the ability to make huge strides when we start to get better. Good luck at stay with it.
Thanks Mike really appreciate it buddy 👍🏻 🏌♂️
I feel your pain, I was getting really good and then just before the end of summer I lost all my iron shots, I used to be able to pull out my 7 or 5 and know I'll hit a half decent shot but I always manage to shank them now. Used to be able to walk up to the ball and just hit it but now I'm hesitating. Started getting them back but anything higher than an 8 iron and it's who knows which direction it's ganna go. Keep up the grind, summer soon so the warm weather will have you playing better. (That's what I'm hoping for in my case 😂)
Hi Kyle, thanks for leaving a comment buddy I really appreciate it👍
I would love to give you some advice on your game, but you've obviously seen my videos🫣 Have a great weekend buddy 👍🏌♂️
Same here, early 2022 I broke 90. Since then it's been a steady ride back up to low 100s.
I can totally relate to the frustration of this game,and the hope that comes with a good shot. Totally admire you for the video,and just keep swinging my friend.😊
Thanks Kenny really appreciate it buddy 👍🏻 🏌♂️
Watching from Canada, we've all been there friend and anyone who is as dedicated as you are can't go wrong. I've been taking lessons and taking my game more seriously for about a year, year and a half. I've come a long way in that time and if there is one tip I would say helped me more than any other it would be this; The harder you try, the worse you play. Learning to golf is very much like learning a dance, you can't be wooden or too deliberate. Try to stay as relaxed as you can, almost as though you were hitting the ball without caring where it goes lol. Thanks for sharing and keep up the great work!!!
Thanks buddy, thanks for taking the time to leave a comment. Really appreciate it, and all the feedback is much appreciated 👍🏻
I can honestly say eleven months ago I never thought golf was this hard🤦
And you are 100 % right. Playing golf tense is a no-go. Thanks again, buddy. I really do appreciate it. Have a good one 👍🏻 🏌♂️
@@itsjustgolf I'd endorse the loosen up advice above. I'll add some pragmatism.; Your favourite club should be an 8/9 iron, not a 5. You want a decent, massively consistently straight shot. If you *know* you can hit it out of rough, so much the better. That's it! No disasters, no stress = better scoring. Obviously you can hit a ball well. Why not do it more?
Once you're agitating to hit 7 from there give it a go occasionally
I can't excuse your putting in any way. Don't wait till spring. I bet you haven't already knocked in 100 from 12-18 inches. If I'm wrong I apologise (so should you, for not being better). I've seen a couple of worse putters than you, but they're both miles ahead, now.
Good luck! What's your handicap?(whatever it is; there's shed loads to take off)
Oops. Just noticed it's 10 months old. I'll leave it to demonstrate I don't always pay full attention. Solid advice, though. I'll FF to see how you're getting on.
Morning, buddy, thanks for all the feedback and advice. I really do appreciate you taking the time👍🏻 I'm still currently off 28HCP I think trying to learn golf and do a TH-cam channel at the same time. Might have a big part to play in that🫣 But hopefully this season My HCP should come tumbling down😉👍🏻🏌♂️
Thanks again. Let me know your thoughts once you've seen the other videos. I really appreciate it, buddy 👍🏻🏌♂️
the absolute definition of high handicap golf there, pal. Some days you gotta just smile and move on and conditions are still really hard at the minute so no reason to worry. At this standard, making your best shot better doesn't make a blind bit of difference, it's cutting out the worst tops, fats and tree trouble that starts to make a big difference and a lot of that will come with practice and just playing.
Hi Chris thanks for leaving a comment buddy really appreciate it👍🏌️
Loved mate, keep it up, living with you
Thanks Will 👍🏻 🏌♂️
Winter greens look tough.
I really enjoyed watching this video, thanks! It's conforting to see bad rounds of golf, reminds me how tough is this sport...
Thanks buddy really appreciate it 👍🏻🏌♂️
I've recently taken up golf and having lessons and I can empathise with your frustration but that's' what makes it fascinating, bravo for showing the honest reality of learning to golf and keep up the great work on these videos and I'll keep watching as you improve....and hopefully so do I!
Hi buddy, thanks for your comment really appreciate it. Good luck with the golf & keep me updated with your progress 🏌♂️👍🏻
Love the camera work and the honesty on the game its not easy. Keep getting after it. Stick to your shot routine. Cheers
Morning Nathan, thanks for the comment. I really appreciate it 👍🏌♂️
Hey man, sorry about the struggles. Golf is just so unpredictable. A couple of things I noticed from the lessons I took this winter: you slice is from your swing path, it is an out to in and you most like hit the ball with a wide open face. I can’t see your grip but you might have to make it “stronger” to help close that face. If you can changed your swing path to in to out with a closed face, you’ll produce a nice draw. This takes a lot of practice but if you can rent time on a launch monitor, it will do wonders vs just going to the range and slamming a bucket of balls aimlessly.
Hi buddy, thanks for the comment and feedback really appreciate it. Have been having some lessons but have a few bad habits that need ironing out 1 at a time lol 🏌♂️👍
@@itsjustgolf lessons will mess up your swing for a bit but once you fully commit to the changes, you’ll see the results
Your problem stems mainly from a massively out to in swing path. You set up closed but then swing over the top . It's steep and produces weak shots that either leak right or become a pull to the left of you shut the face. Take a look at the Jim Venetos method of swinging the club. As you set up closed anyway you shouldn't find it that hard to adjust to. You will quickly clear up your inconsistency and improve ball striking immediately.
Hi Jim, thanks for the feedback. Really appreciate it buddy. Will have a watch of it later and try and practise tomorrow on the golf course 👍🏻🏌♂️
@@itsjustgolf give it a go. You can then move on from worrying about your long game and focus on your short game. Handicap will come down quickly. Using the Venetos method I get solid contact and can then focus on chipping and putting. Currently off 9.8 but my goal is to get down to 5 in 2024. I did shoot 74 twice in 2023 so Venetos definitely works. I'm no super athlete either, I'm 49 with a dodgy knee and back. If I can do it then anyone can.
Loving these videos sir cant wait for the next one
Morning buddy thanks for leaving a comment really appreciated it👍 the next video should be out Thursday apologies for not doing one this week i’ve been really busy with the kids🤯👍🏌️
Great video! Golf at its best. Insufferably frustrating and beautiful all at once!
Thanks buddy.... couldn't have put it better myself 👍🏻🏌♂️
Your good shots are really good, you just need more of them, but don't worry that will happen with practice. May I suggest you try a putter with a normal size, smaller grip. It might help with distance control and feel. Keep it up bro, i'm enjoying your content 👍
Morning Finbar thanks for leaving a comment buddy really appreciate it👍
The putter originally had the smaller group on there but as I am 6 footit felt like a lollipop stick in my hands so I upgraded to the larger groups that do feel a little bit more comfortable,
Me and the family are having a little holiday this weekend away so hopefully come back Monday refreshed and start again🏌️👍
Love your videos. Give me a good laugh cause im at the same place. Kudos for u for having a good perspective hope ur channel grows
Hi Neil, thanks for your comment really appreciate it 👍🏌️
I feel your pain. Been playing around 8-9 months now. Currently on fourth Driver, keep trying to fix terrible slice. Been there with the terrible top shots, then pull a lovely next shot out of the bag 🤷♂️. All I/we can keep doing, is practice, practice, practice and keep enjoying.
Thanks, buddy. My number one rule is just to enjoy the game👍🏻🏌♂️
I'm new to golf so it's great to see there's others working on their game.
Thanks, buddy.Really appreciate it.If you're ever in the area let me know we can organise a game👍🏻🏌♂️
@@itsjustgolf That's really kind of ya... I'm currently overseas (Thailand). if ya in town I'll return the offer...
Ike here, keep it going buddy nothing more I like, than to watch someone improve there game and
Like the comment said up the top play bogey golf
My only tip would be pick your line for your putt don't worry about hole in out concentrate on your pace ⛳🏌️♂️
Hi Mark thanks for taking the time to leave a comment much appreciated buddy 👍🏌️
So glad i found your channel, love your videos!
Thanks buddy,
really appreciate it 👍 🏌♂️
Nice to know it’s not just me having some bad rounds 🤣 I feel your pain
Things can only get better, hopefully 🙏
Just found your channel.Enjoying watching you play all the local courses that that i play as well. Never found Oxley easy to play but had enjoyable days there.
Hi Ian thanks for the comment really appreciate it buddy
You should dump your driver until you can break 100 on a regular basis. I was out recently teeing off practically every hole with a hybrid that only goes about 150 yards but pretty straight. the bonus to this tacic is you use the same club for nearly every other shot on the fairway too. scored an 88.
Morning Conan thanks for the comment buddy really appreciate it👍
I am seriously thinking of losing the driver and buying a new 4&3 Iron not comfortable with hybrids woods or drivers👍🏌️
@@itsjustgolf Yeah i had the same problems with the driver. You might pull off a miracle shot once in a blue moon where it might go close to 250 but realistically I was never going straight or even over 150 the majority of the time. I just changed the mindset and breaking 100 came very easy then. My plan is basically break every par 4 into 3 shots where you can get on to putt and then set up the first putt, then tap it in. Bogey and you're laughing. Keep that up for 18 holes and you'll break 90 nevermind 100. A club that goes straight is more important than distance for a beginer. Even if it only goes 120 yards that will still get you on most par 4's in 3 shots.
look over your course before you start too. and divide all the par 4's by 3 and see how easy it is to get on 3.
One way to instantly improve your score is to think about breaking the holes up. So if you've got a 364 yard par 4 that could be, two 7 irons and a 60 yard pitch, or three 9 irons. Clubs you're going to be way more consistent and comfortable hitting and you can still get on the green in 3-4 shots. Keep up the grind pal.
Morning coach, thanks for leaving a comment buddy really appreciate it👍
100%Agree with you pal That's why next week I'm leaving the driver in the garage and Just playing Simple golf 👍🏌♂️
I laughed at a lot of these shots (because it really is how my game goes too)….i know the good shot/bad shot routine all too well.
Loved the video mate!! Nice honest showing of how most folk play. Good effort!!!
Thanks, stephen. really appreciate it, buddy 👍🏻 🏌♂️
@@itsjustgolf I’ll watch some more. Hope you’re doing well. How’s the game coming along?
Thanks stephan let me know what your thoughts are on the new videos🫣 The weather has been really bad since November with snow. Floods and freezing conditions so haven't been able to get out on the big course yet. But I have been playing a little par 3 Course down the road from me to sharpen up on my short game👍🏻🏌♂️
I've only just found your channel and I feel your pain. It's such a frustrating sport to learn and being from a rugby background I struggled at 1st. Its hard when you're the only one responsible for how you score! 🤣 I started having lessons in September last year. Have you tried any? I'm being taught to just take my back swing to an L shape and not to swing too full until I improve. Concentrating more on technique and making sure that I return the club face square at impact. I'm 9 lessons in now and am hitting the ball really well and I really believe its through the lessons. Seeing my swing analysed as a beginner really helped me. Just stuck to lessons and the range through the winter as I was advised to stay off the course while the weather was bad and start once the spring comes. I think that was good advice as I'll be more ready for playing then. Some might disagree. Anyway, from a fellow Brit good luck. You've got a new follower. 👍
Sorry just seen your other videos of your lessons. 🙃
Hi Glynn thanks for taking the time to leave a comment buddy I really appreciate it
I have had a few lessons this year just that I used to play off and on and have a load of bad habits but I can’t get rid of the worst one .on my downswing I release the club with my left hand which puts me in all sorts of mess 🫣 thanks for the follow buddy👍🏌️
It's a hard game. A really hard game. Have fun with it. Focus on the short game. Chipping and putting. Although those slow, bumpy greens weren't doing you any favors. As others have mentioned, keep the big stick in the bag for now. Stick with your mid irons off the tee. That backwards shot was impressive. Many advanced golfers wouldn't be able to hit that cleanly on their 2nd, 4th or 5th try! Thanks for the video.
Thanks for the comment buddy really appreciated, yes I agree I think the driver is stopping in the garage 👍🏌️
Just keep at it my man! love the content. Not sure if you can get one, but try a 60 degree wedge for closer shots!
Hi buddy thanks for leaving a comment really appreciate it👍 when I was fitting for my new clubs The pro said a 58ﾟis the highest I need, If I'm honest I don't know how to use that one🤣👍🏌♂️
@@itsjustgolf Thats awesome! and you just gotta get under it and dont flush your shot! you will love it!
Thanks buddy 👍 🏌♂️
im liking the content, its nice to see progress even if it isn't consistent, defo need a new camera tho
Hi buddy thanks for leaving a comment really appreciate it👍
I have been looking at new filming equipment but there’s so much choice and as a plumber you can imagine it’s not my strong point but I’m open to any suggestions👍🏌️
Love your vids, I’ve just subscribed 👍🏻 I can relate to your game 🙄 my only advice , never leave your putts short , always give them a chance 🙏🏻
Thanks Gary really appreciate it buddy 👍🏻🏌♂️
Just some quick suggestions after viewing for the first time, your over the top (in to out) swing path is the cause of your pull left and slice right drives, also doesn’t help with the irons. For putting, your back stroke and forward stroke should be roughly the same pace, it seems you accelerate far too much on the forward stroke which takes any consistency out of your pace control
Hi Robbie thanks for leaving a comment really appreciate it buddy👍
Your best shot of the day, you looked so much more relaxed.
Thanks buddy 👍🏼🏌🏼♂️
What woods and irons are you using? Basically what's in your golf bag?
Cheers
Morning Glen thanks for leaving a comment buddy really appreciate it👍 This week the anything in my bag are going to be my ping I525 Which go from a pitching wedge to a 5 iron and also 52 and 58ﾟ wedge I'm not put putter
Keep at it bro, you will get better. And you’re not getting any loft on your iron long shots. Try taking your long irons of the back foot, so your a bit in front of the ball. You will strike it better and get that extra loft. Good luck buddy.
Thanks, buddy, really appreciate it. will definitely give it a try next time I'm out👍🏻🏌♂️
Hello, you have a great swing with good rotation on the back swing. Your issue is with your down swing, your pulling your arms down to initiate your down swing, trying turning your lower hips first which will allow you to shallow your club first. Hope this helps.
Hi Brian, thank you for leaving a comment and feedback . I really appreciate it. I'm at the range tomorrow so will give it a go, thanks again 👍🏌♂️
Top tip , not sure if you know but your alignment is out, your set up is aiming well right of target and to correct it you are pulling across the ball to the left which will make you pull badly left or hit a slice , to correct put a club on the floor on target line and set up from there 😉
Thanks Paul will give it a try next time.I'm on the course 👍🏻🏌♂️
As per what @notagolfer said, play to your handicap and feel all that pressure slip away.
Any idea of when next video is, really like them 👍🏻
Hi Ryan, sorry for last week. I was away on holiday with the kids. I'm putting one on tomorrow and should be every thursdsy after that. Thanks for the support, much appreciated 👍🏌
Suuuui 👍🏻
Your swing does not look too bad. There is potential there. You get cramped up in the transition because you take the club back too much to the inside. Try take the club back straight. It will feel outside to you at first. You want the club to be dropping a little inside your swing plane when you transition into your downswing, but because you are aiming too far right your subconscious intervenes… dropping the club inside feel wrong if you aim that far right. Try opening your stance a bit, aiming more left. Perhaps look at some Lee Trevino swings, or Fred Couples. Aiming a little left (left edge of the fairway or green) will promote you taking the club back straighter and not so much to the inside, which leave you no room really to drop club inside. And then just swing naturally down the line. Here is Fred Couples (simple) swing thoughts: take club back slowly (straight down the ball to target line), make a full turn (don’t sway, turn as if your standing in a barrel), clear your hips (slight and gentle movement in coordination with your weight shifting left), swing the club down the line (the clearing of your hips will automatically cause the club to drop inside the line) release past the ball (as your weight continues to shift all to the left side). You will probably find it feels more natural to aim left and will allow you to swing the club more naturally. About the putting let the club swing more as if it is a pendulum (like that in an old grandfather clock, try feel the momentum of the pendulum, it will add consistency to your putting stroke in terms of feel. You just then vary the length of the stroke (how far the pendulum swings back and forth) to hit it shorter or further. All it requires is fairly quiet hands and arms and a gentle rocking of the shoulders (you do this already fairly well - concentrate on feeling the pendulum - the weight of the club swinging. In no time, with a bit of practice on the greens, you’ll be putting well. Anyway thanks for sharing and don’t loose heart. Golf can be a difficult game. Try make it more natural. More simple. Just let the club swing down the line (try feel the momentum of the club as both gravity and the centrifugal forces of you turning your hips and shifting your weight interact with it). Make your swing more about feel and momentum than technique. Try incorporate the basics of the swing as naturally to you as possible. There are many ways to swing a golf club. I just think an open stance promotes a better opportunity to make a natural free flowing swing. Above all don’t forget to Enjoy your time on the course. Again thanks for sharing and looking forward to seeing you share more rounds.
HI Peter, Thanks for taking the time to leave me all that feedback. I really do appreciate it, Buddy. and will definitely be giving those other guys a watch👍🏻 There are some new videos on the channel, buddy 👍🏻🏌♂️
I was doing quite well on the simulators over the winter, but am doing really badly once started outdoors. I top the ball, I slice it, I even miss it. On the simulators, I do well with most clubs, and the driver was one of my best. But today, I only hit the driver well once. Any suggestions? Thank you!
Just thinking.
On 1st tee shot, if ball was teed about 1/2 ball diameter lower than you played it, maybe it would have been easier for you to make a more efficient forward swing plane thru the ball? Try substituting a 3W instead of driver. Tee the ball so the bottom edge of the ball is 2mm above the grass. Play the shot exactly as if it was on an ideal lie in the fairway. Dont play for max yards but a consistent shot shape (on this shot and for most golfers including me it's a low hanging baby fade that rolls out on the fairway but that doesn't usually run into the right rough).
In general, I'm just thinking, maybe bag just a 3W, 7W, 5i, 7i, 9i, GW, SW and putter. Then you can play shots with 60% swing power and 80% swing power. So, the 60% power shots are good practice for greater accuracy of ball contact on a specific clubhead groove, to make ball spin and trajectory more consistent.
Just thinking, maybe try different style of putters, putter lengths and putter swingweights. btw, im an avid golfer who has been golfing on and off and in love with golf since 1965.
Hi buddy, thanks for the feedback really appreciate it. I have tried to keep the bag really simple this year. I've only got 5 iron-P wedge and 52° 58° Wedge the driver doesn't come out that much anymore🫤 I've learnt I've got to put the hours in with the Putter to get to grips with distance control👍🏻🏌🏻♂️
I was doing quite well on the simulators over the winter, but am doing really badly once started outdoors. I top the ball, I slice it, I even miss it. On the simulators, I do well with most clubs, and the driver was one of my best. But today, I only hit the driver well once. Any suggestions? Thank you!
Hi there, The best bit of advice an old boy gave me was to remember why we're on the course and that is to have fun... And not worry about the score 😎 I haven't had a round of golf for 2 months due to the weather being really bad in the UK. So I have put an extra two boxes above in my bag for the next round🫣👍🏻🏌♂️
@@itsjustgolf thank you!
Shit happens as a new golfer, I feel your pain but you're a new golfer at the hardest time of the year so don't beat yourself up. As you mentioned practice your putting and that's going to take a lot of score off. If its the score you're worried about I'd stop driving and use your 5 iron and manage the course better, you lost a lot of shots from your tee which I think will help build your confidence and put you in a better headspace. Use the range to get that under control and come summer you'll be laughing.
Morning Wesley thanks for leaving a comment buddy really appreciate it, yes I was thinking of getting rid of the driver and buying a 4 & 3 Iron, the last video the driver was absolutely fantastic couldn’t fault it all game 👍🏌️
@@itsjustgolf I only suggested it because I'm in such a similar position, I couldn't break 100 because of lost tee shots, dropped balls or having an approach yo the green from a crap lie. I started playing my 5 iron which I can hit good distance to be honest and hitting fairways so much more made me confident and gave me much better shots in. I think like me we all try and get to the green in regulation but in reality we over do it and make a mess of it lol. Your chipping and your irons looked the best bit so you need to give yourself those opportunities. When I did this I went from regular 105 to 110 scores down to low 90s. I practiced my driver and 3 wood with a couple of lessons and now hit 85 to 90 pretty commonly. Good luck man looking forward to watching you progress.
Thanks buddy 👍
keep playing and you'll improve, really enjoyed the camara work. if you have the time/funds i think having 1-3 lessons would shave a lot of shots of your game
Hi Janos thanks for leaving a comment really appreciate it buddy
I have been having a few lessons so hopefully this summer I won’t be losing many balls🫣👍🏌️
Just some personal observations on your swing..
Positives: the setup looks decent, and the tempo is very good and consistent which is the sign of a good natural player. You don't rush the down swing for instance which a lot of amateurs do, particularly on pressure shots.
Negatives: you've a classic so called 'over the top' swing, as I'm sure you're probably already aware. This not only means all your shots can only go either left to right or drastic hooks left, but also leads to inconsistencies and is also causing you to early hip extend, as you'll see for example if you pause at 13:01. This can ultimately lead to injury if you're not careful.
To fix it, you'll need to reprogram your swing (to use a term), so that the driving forces are coming from the lower body, ie the legs and hips, and the upper body (especially hands and arms) is just passive and loose and simply follows behind the lower body. I can see from your swing that the driving forces are coming from the upper body which is causing the over the top, early hip extension, flipping etc. So for instance, the hands and arms are trying to swing the club when they should literally be doing almost nothing. The hands and arms should be rotating in a circular arc around your spine, not because they are trying to, but because your feet, legs, hips and upper torso are causing a rotational movement causing your spine to rotate and ultimately causing your arms, hands and the club to rotate around the spine.
I don't know how tight you grip your club? But if you try holding it very loosely as if you are holding a hamster and then hold it even lighter than that, it might feel strange at first but this will help get rid of the hand/arm driven habits.
But anyway, hope it works out well for you.
Hi Danny, thanks for leaving a comment and good feedback. I really appreciate it.
Strangely enough on my last lesson we have been working on holding the club looser. Strange at first but can see the logic behind it as with a tighter grip, you're more likely to hack/whack the ball than naturally swing 🏌♂️👍
What this guy says is spot on. A couple of tiny tweaks can make a huge difference. 1) Driver...very steep on the backswing. Swing around the body and not high up in air. As a practice drill try to keep your hands no higher than your shoulders at top of backswing. This helps you come in shallow and swoop up on the ball. 2) Irons...similar to Driver, lower the hands a touch to get more shallow. Say chin/mouth high at top of swing. Then to help prevent coming 'over the top' as you transition to downswing feel like you are freezing your trail arm elbow angle (at circa 90 degrees), pull it down towards your belt whilst rotating through the swing. This helps encourage the hips to start the downswing rather than the arms. If this makes no sense at all it is basically the same natural action you'd use to skim a stone with your trail arm. This concept can be applied to both iron and Driver. Hope it helps, keep going.
Hi Robert
Thanks for all the feedback and advice. buddy, I really appreciate it 👍🏻 🏌♂️
We have all had bad days, I'm currently close to breaking 100 but my putting is my weak point. Love the videos and remember whatever happens just have fun
Morning Andy thanks for commenting buddy really appreciate it 👍I 100%agree rather than thinking about the score I need to enjoy the game more, good luck with breaking 100 buddy👍🏌️
Don't be discouraged, all of us have rounds like this. That new gadget looks very snazzy too! will check that out.
Not sure if Oxley do a good butty but when I'm having a 'mare, I stop for some food, get a drink and mentally rest, then I go back out with the simple objective of bettering my front 9.
Hi Rob, thanks for taking the time to leave a comment buddy really appreciate it👍
A few people have suggested that to me when I’m walking around the golf course with my sulky face on 😂
Hi, just came across your channel and all I can say is "I can releate with golf struggles!" I am also a high handicapper golfer and also a youtuber. Would be great to collaborate with you if your ever in the Somerset area playing golf, or if I'm up north 😊👍
Hi buddy thanks for The comment👍 I've just Subscribe to your channel ,we'll have to sort something out in the summer buddy 👍🏌♂️
@It's Just Golf Awesome! Thank you. Yeah that would be great 👍
Next time you go out, really try to manage your expectations. The best player on tour hits 6/10 fairways, and the best iron player hits it to 18 feet from the pin from 175 out on average.
Secondly, really try to focus on the target. Let any mechanical swing thoughts go, they will absolutely destroy your golf swing. Leave the mechanics for practice. Pick your target, commit to your target, and swing.
Only spend 1 to 2 seconds MAX over the golf ball. Any longer than that and your target will go away, leaving you to your thoughts and will result in you just flailing at the ball.
That’s a lot of input, so take what you will. I highly encourage this way of golf!
Hi Seth apologies for late reply still quite now to TH-cam and it does hide some of the comments🫣 Thanks for sharing those tips really appreciate you👍🏌♂️
From one amateur to another, I'm sure since you are videoing your swing you can see that you have a massive over the top from transition to impact. I did see you are taking lessons from a pro, so not sure if there is anything you haven't already been told before. I have been watching Athletic Motion Golf videos and listening to their podcasts.
You might learn a few things on how the arms and shoulders work to produce the correct motions needed for a reliable swing.
I have learned a lot this year myself as a 10 hcp playing about 10 years.
Good luck with the channel and your golfing journey.,,,
Hi buddy thanks for the comment really appreciate it👍 I've just downloaded one of their podcasts will give it a go tomorrow When I'm driving back home thanks for sharing🏌♂️👍
@@itsjustgolf Yeah, GL with the journey, one thing I have had to be careful in the youtube golf tip video era, is be careful about watching everything and everyone on how to fix this or that. It can be to many conflicting ideas and to many swing thoughts the next time you go for practice or a round.
As I mentioned previously I have stuck with AMG videos as I think they have the most data driven swing analysis. and no I'm not paid to promote them.😇
#subscribe 😉
I don't mind listening to or watching golf tips but unless my coach Craig Thomas says to change something I wouldn't be changing it from a comment or a video But you are right TH-cam is full of golf guru video 👍🏌♂️
When you were in the ropes on the second at most courses you take a club length from the nearest point of relief and drop there for no penalty.
Hi Asher, thanks for the the advice 🏌♂️👍
Golf is hard. If I was to offer a few tips, I would say shorten your backswing. It’s losing shape at the top with some elbow bend and wristy-ness. Try only going to a verticals club and then the downswing. Can make the stroke more consistent. Also, your stance may be narrow. Hard to tell from the angle but there’s a few shots where you seemed to lose balance in the follow through. A few inches wider might stop that. You also rush some shots. Especially your putts. Calm down, walk around it, crouch down, pick a line and then step up and hit it.
And don’t be as hard on yourself. Golf is hard. Laugh at the really bad shots. It’s part of the fun.
Morning David, thank you for taking the time to leave a comment and all the feedback. I really appreciate it, buddy 👍🏌♂️
I have diagnosed the problem, you are not drinking enough beer.
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Thanks for video. Keep up the hard work. I've had problems with losing grip of club and have focussed on ensuring the last 2 fingers are holding on. I akso recommend Sam Jarman's book 'The 3 principles of outstanding golf' - a great read that sheds light on our thought process on the course and life philosophy in general 👍
Thanks William really appreciate it Buddy I will definitely give that book a read👍🏻🏌♂️
Oxley park is a tough course especially for higher handicappers. Very narrow so don't get down on yourself pal.
Thanks for the comment buddy really appreciate it. It is really tough and challenging, that was one of the main reasons I chose to become a member there. When I play other courses it will feel like moving out of 1 bedroom flat to a 7 bed mansion 👍🏌😅
When I first started out, a more experienced flight partner explained that golf was like a domina - you pay a lot of money to get humiliated. He was right.
100 %, buddy.🤣👍🏻🏌♂️
Keep it up, man. I just played a VERY average 53 on a nine hole course. Practice makes perfect-er...or something.
Thanks buddy really Appreciate it 👍🏻roll on summer golf 😎🏌♂️
Hello mate glad I come across your channel I’m in the same situation atm trying to break 100 I seemed to get better really quick and have now hit a plateau where my game is awful lol anyway looking forward to seeing your progress can I ask unless you already have would you do a what’s in the bag please
Hi James, thanks for the comment. I really appreciate it. I'm glad to know I'm not on my own! No worries, I will do 1 this week 👍🏌♂️
Where do you struggle? For me it's off the tee 90% of my post / bad shots are there
@@breakingninetygolf I struggle mostly from 75 yards in i so struggle of the tee at times but quickly change over to my hybrid and normally sorts the issue it’s the 50 yard chips and constant 3/4 yards I can get 350 yards In 2/3 shots then the bits turns into 6 shots
The biggie let down for me was putting👍🏌♂️
@@itsjustgolf yes I have just had a putting lesson but havnt managed to get much practice but hope it will help. Really enjoying the channel keep up the great content mate
Looking at this course I don't think I'd use a driver at all, it's so narrow, I'll be using a 3 wood at most off the tee, maybe even a 3 hybrid and trying to keep the ball low and away from the trees.
100% agree next time I’m playing I think I’m going to leave the driver at home👍🏌️
100% agree next time I’m playing I think I’m going to leave the driver at home👍🏌️
Its all about being out there. Good or bad, always have a beer after the game.. We've all been there. Forget it and move on. Sheff from the group in front of you. :)
Cheers Sheff 👍Hope you enjoyed the course. What did you think of the 14th hole par 3 with the raised green and bunkers surrounding the front? Got to be my favourite hole 🏌
@@itsjustgolf THOUGHT IT WAS GREAT. SOME TIGHT HOLES TO ENDURE. THE PAR 3 YOU MENTION COULD BE ON ANY COURSE IN THE COUNTRY. IF I WERENT ALREADY A MEMBER AT SOUTH STAFFS, I THINK I WOULD HAVE SERIOUSLY CONSIDERED A MEMBERSHIP THERE. ITS REALLY THE WRONG SIDE OF WOLVERHAMPTON FOR ME. KEEP THE VIDEOS COMING MATE. AND DONT FORGET. JUST ENJOY THE GAME . KEEP IT AS SIMPLE AS POSSIBLE UNTIL YOUVE PLAYED MORE. :). CHEERS. SHEFF
I have had plenty of bad rounds. I always keep my head up then 1 day I broke 100 and you can do it mate. Your slice is caused by your angle of attack being too steep. Make sure your angle of attack and clubface is square and don't worry about power.
Hi buddy, thanks for the comment and feedback really appreciate it. Definitely something I'm working on! 👍🏌♂️
Maybe look into some mindset stuff, cos you can hit it well but maybe get in your own head too often. Hitting good shots after a fuck up shot, or duffing it after hitting a career best are pretty good indicators that you're an overthinker. Maybe look up Inner Golf, Golf is not a game of perfect, or some other popular book. Good luck!
Hi buddy thanks for taking the time to leave a comment I really appreciate👍
If I’m honest I’ve never really looked into anything about mindset but since you mentioned it I had a quick Google search and was just reading some things which is absolutely blow my mind especially a piece written by Timothy Gallway as stupid as it sounds (don’t overthink it just swing it) average speed is about three seconds to complete the swing. and within three seconds we think we can adjust the body down to your feet being in the right position your wrist and arm are in the correct position and the speed of the club and perhaps trying to alter the path of the club (in three seconds)
Apologies if none of the above make any sense just excited writing as I’m reading part of the article thanks buddy 👍🏌️
@@itsjustgolf awesome! Yes it's a real eye opener. Enjoy and hope you find it useful
@@itsjustgolf For the mental side of the game (especially putting) there are great audiobooks on TH-cam by Dr Bob Rotella. He's a psychologist who's worked with 80 major winners or so. I think "Putting Out Of Your Mind" would be right up your street. Needless to say, practice is required too, especially from 3 - 6 feet. Good luck, mate.
Hi Hugh, thanks for the comment. Really appreciate it. I’ll add this to my list as a few people have recommended some videos and podcasts 👍🏼🏌🏼♂️
Lately l have been shooting in high 70’s/ low 80’s , yesterday and day before 97 and 98 short game and putting atrocious 😢
Hi Nick. Don't beat yourself up, buddy. We all have bad games every now and again. It took me a year to realise it's all about enjoying the game, not the score 🫣 If you ever need a confidence boost or just a laugh, come and have a game with me... That will cheer you right up 😉👍🏻🏌♂️
Cheers mate
I slowed down the video to 0.25x at 5:52 where you shank it. I'm no pro, but Seems to me like your feet are aiming way right of target to start with. Then perhaps to compensate for this, your downswing comes way over the top of your swing plane. This is really common with a shank (I should know as I used to do it a lot 🤣). Also, your lower body is very passive on the downswing, so try to lead with your hips on the downswing. If you're not sure what I mean, Grant Horvat explains it quite well when he is giving Bobby Fairways a YT lesson. Will also help with distance.
Hi buddy thanks for leaving a comment really appreciate it👍 I've been having a few lessons but have so many bad habits🤦 just trying to work on them 1 by 1 We'll definitely give that video watch later👍🏌♂️
This has to be a parody account…😂
Surely, there can't be 2 muppet golfers out there 🤣🤣
Eyes on the ball and maintain posture
Will do buddy 👍🏻 🏌♂️
I was doing quite well on the simulators over the winter, but am doing really badly once started outdoors. I top the ball, I slice it, I even miss it. On the simulators, I do well with most clubs, and the driver was one of my best. But today, I only hit the driver well once. Any suggestions? Thank you!
like this video, this is the real high handicap shot, not like those once in a while good performance high handicap performance.
Thanks buddy really Appreciate it👍🏻 Roll on summer golf😎🏌♂️
The swing looks fundamentally okay; the problem seems to be face control. Perhaps ditch the driver from the tee and try three wood or five wood.
Thanks buddy 👍🏻
Think i'm just going to stick with my iron's not much can go wrong with them 🫣🏌♂️
Try holding your wedges higher on the grip I notice you hold it very low which seems to make you pull it allot. But hey what do I know haha.
😉 Thanks buddy I'll give it a try👍🏻🏌♂️
Absolutely know what you feel mate, we aplit 12 mulligans over 3 of us over 9 holes, but hey ho, we enjoy our rounds.
You swing across your line which is causing you to stand up to try to get room for the club to straighten up. Its causing all of your issues.
Thanks for the feedback buddy really appreciate it 👍🏻🏌♂️
Bogeys are definitely acceptable, even if u play off 18 handicap that's a "net" par, 36 handicap is a "net birdie" learn to love bogeys and double bogeys for your "net" pars and birdies.
Thanks for the comment buddy we will take it on board👍🏌️
Best thung i ever did was get some lessons. We'll spend 500 on a driver, just to hit a big slice. But look down on 200 for a couple of lessons. Keep up the practice 💪
100% couldn't agree more. There are some videos on the channel of me and Craig the pro at oxley, having a lesson 🏌♂️what blows my mind is people spend an absolute fortune on drivers, but don't give putters a second thought 👍🏻🏌♂️
Have you considered darts?😂
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I have, and I was no good at that too🤪
That leaves fishing or drinking 😎🏌♂️
Definitely no expert. Im on the 3rd hole I'd say definitely club up on your approach shots . Those numbers and clubs sound good for good shots. At our level i noticed a difference with club up and swing easy. Its a cruel and rewarding stupid hobby 🤣
Hi keith thanks for taking the time to leave a comment really appreciate it buddy,
You know what Wolverhampton lads are like gluten for punishment🙃👍🏌
Member at Oxley dude. Ever want a knock let me know.
Is this James the electrician?
sorry to bug u but some shots when u swing i can see your going over swing on top of your head try not to overswing on top of your head and make it more better at hitting for u
Morning, buddy.Thanks for the feedback, really do appreciate it. I have been practising half a swing as that over swinging he's cost me 🫣👍🏻🏌♂️
How us your 5 iron the best club in the bag?
Because it's the one i feel the most comfortable with 👍🏌♂️
It's crazy for it to be that club though. That's a hard club for most people to hit. What is your distance with it?
My whole golf game is crazy🫣
About 180/185 yd is the Max, That's why I've been thinking of leaving the driver in the garage as I'm not comfortable with it . some days it will go in excess of 240 yd and other days it will go to 100 yd forward 100 yd right🫡👍🏌♂️
Hi. Think you were correct: roped off = GUR = free relief (no penalty). Good luck.
p.s. whilst there are some obvious improvements you can make to your putting those greens looked brutal. The amount of side roll a few inches around the hole is quite unbelievable. Those are hard greens!
I tim, thanks for leaving a comment really appreciated buddy, yes some of the greens are quite challenging🫣👍🏌♂️
When u bring ur hips thru is when u hit better shots
Thanks buddy really appreciate it👍🏻🏌♂️
Anyone who posts himself having a bad round I can respect,it's a cliche but you need plenty of practise ,once a month game if you want to get better no chance unless u don't care.its only a game.
Thanks buddy, really appreciate it. Yes been having loads of practice and have a coach who is trying to get rid of all my bad habits🫣 still a long way to go, but I will get there buddy👍🏻🏌🏻♂️
Club face sends it, club path bends it. You'll improve
Hi buddy thanks for the comment really appreciate it. This made me laugh but 100% true 🏌♂️👍
your feet.... they gotta line up with the direction of your shot....
Thanks buddy really appreciate it 👍🏻 🏌♂️
i thought Hawkeye only got holes in one... 🙂 you kind of look like him... thats where i lose a lot of shots on my putting...
😁🤣 Putting is still the worst part of my game buddy 🤣👍🏻🏌️♂️
Watch Steve Johnson golf video, he keeps it simple.
Thanks, buddy, will give it a watch later on.👍🏻🏌♂️
Well I can see that you understand the swing SOMEWHAT fundamentally. I’d like to see you step up to the ball about a foot. Stand up taller. This is going to reroute your downswing but that’s what you want. In your woods and long irons, you’re swinging out to in because you’re reaching. That explains both your pull hooks and your shanks. Just depends where your club head is at impact. Typically it’s closed and headed left or you’re almost missing it and getting hosel. In your backswing, and if I’m standing directly across from you, imagine 9:00 in that backswing. I’d also like to see the toe of your club pointing skyward. Your face is too closed on takeaway. It’s not bad. Just reroute that swing.
Hi buddy, thanks for the comment and feedback. Much appreciated 🏌♂️👍
You're holding your irons too far out in front... you are treating them like a driver...
Hold your hands and arms closer to your knees and you'll find more consistent strikes.
Bad shots can still be consistent; i played for years with a strong hook. You just have to be consistent to learn to play around it while you improve...
Edit: forgot to say cheers. We've all started there mate...
Thanks for the comment buddy I really appreciate it. I've had a few lessons since this video so hopefully I've improved a little lol Cannot wait for Sunny weather next year as weather in the UK is rubbish at the min👍🏻🏌🏻♂️
@itsjustgolf glad to hear you're still putting in effort to improve. A lot of people give up the first year or two. It's one of the few games where lessons are almost mandatory... very few people have a natural golf swing.
I'll watch some newer videos to see how you've got on this last year. I live in the Boreal Forest just south of the tundra... it's been driving range season for months here... 😩
You'll be in the 90s in no time mate!
There was me moaning about a little English weather and you're up to your waist with snow! Wow what a place to live.... When I started this channel a year ago never expected golfers from so far and wide to be following my journey. Apologies in advance for some of the audio as I'm a plumber by trade and filming etc does not come naturally. Let's hope you see an improvement in my video editing and my golf swing over the next 12 months👍🏻🏌🏻♂️
Do u own a fishing pole?
No buddy 👍🏻🏌♂️
Golf’s a funny old game mate. You hit down on the ball to get it up, you swing slow and smooth and the ball goes further 😂 a bad swing produced great shots still, just like a broken clock is correct twice a day, just the better you get the lest bad shots you’ll see bud
Not saying you’re swing is bad by the way mate, just trying to explain why you hit some amazing shots and a lot of not so amazing ones, you have good ability and coordination to hit the ball, just need consistency like myself lol
Hi Harry, thanks for leaving a comment and feedback buddy really appreciate it 👍
Golf is a funny old game, some days you know exactly what to do and play like Tiger Woods and then the other days you question why you're there and play like daffy duck 🤣
@@itsjustgolf it’s the challenge and knowing te next round could be your best round yet what brings us back time after time mate 🤣 that or the clubhouse beer and sausage roll after who knows 👀😂 keep going tho fella 🤛🏼
If I'm honest the 19th hole was always my favorite hole 😉🍻
Keep going man - im going to make a prediction...
3 games from now you will see an improvement...then another step back, then forward two steps again...
Thats golf bro - im 14 HCP but only last week played like a 24 handicapper again...
thas ...GOLF!
Keep at it mate.
Hi buddy, thanks for leaving a comment really appreciate it 👍 100% agree with you that's what makes golf so addictive. Your prediction is absolutely bang on. The next couple of videos I actually break 100 but last week, 1st golf holiday abroad and my game went to pot 🤷♂️The highs and lows of golf 👍🏌♂️
Over the top on every swing. Fix that and drop 15 strokes in 1 day.
Thanks, buddy. i've nearly fixed it, but it does come back sum time 👍🏻🏌♂️
Try keeping your backswing to the outside. It sounds counterintuitive, but right now your sequencing isn’t allowing you to drop down into the slot, because your lower body is starting before you’re even at the top. That in itself is okay if you have room on the inside to make the drop, but you start forward with the lower body, with the backswing already on the inside and traveling upward. This is the reason your club and arms have no choice but to start in an “over”motion instead of a dropping motion.
I had the same issue for years. I literally fixed it in one day by keeping the club down the line longer on the backswing
I used to think that power came from my arms hitting the ball. It took me a while to realize that power and strike come from the whole of my body moving in sequence🫣 Thanks for all the feedback buddy really appreciate it👍🏻🏌♂️
oof. hope this is you just a few months new to golf 😂😂
You and I would be a pretty even match.
Thanks buddy 👍🏻🍻🏌♂️
Most of you approach shots come up short. Try taking an extra club on these shots.
Hi Dave thanks for the comment really appreciate it buddy👍
I will give it a try next time I’m on the course👍🏌️
Try going to a course that cost more than $3 to play
You do know us Brits are very tight 😂😂😂
Slow your Brain down. Just play the game and adapt. Maybe take a couple practice swings instead of just getting up there and hitting the ball. Just commit to the shot. Golf is not a game of perfect. That’s a very good book to read. Check it out and stay out of your head. 💪
Hi Bryan, thanks for the feedback.I'll see if Santa will get it me for Xmas lol👍🏻🏌🏻♂️