Instruction – Increase Distance Without Increasing Club Speed
When we talk about distance most of us immediately think about swinging faster. Increasing club speed. Now, if you are maximizing the efficiency of your swing, then that might be the answer. But for most, getting the most out of your current swing will result in an increase in distance. Without getting too much into […]
Golf Science – Fight or Flight
Golfers of all skill levels tend to play completely differently when under pressure. That is because more flight-or-fight hormones (epinephrine and nor-epinephrine) are released when a person feels anxious or stressed, and they make muscles contract faster and more forcefully. As a result, the entire downswing sequence could get out of whack. As we see […]
Travel – 2020 Golf Vision
The cold fronts are now swooping in, bringing snow to those up north and chilly temps and brisk winds down south. For golfers, that means either pulling out the long sleeves and beanies, or stowing away the clubs until spring … late spring (for some). That also means scouting the top-100 lists and best-you-can-play rankings […]
Feature – 2020 Tournament Planning Guide
Creating a VIP Experience – By Carla Goss, Clubcorp How would you define a VIP experience? A VIP Experience is what we try to do every day with our tournaments. It starts with the planning process, ensuring we understand what they want the guests to remember. It is incorporating elements that WOW players by making […]
Drive Time – 2020 Volvo V60 AWD Cross Country
For years, Volvo’s much-deserved claim to fame was its peerless safety features encased in boxes with wheels. They didn’t own the most alluring silhouettes, but at least you had a great opportunity of arriving in one piece. Thankfully, Volvo designers have heard and delivered on the shouts of customers demanding their safety in beautiful sedan […]
After the Round – Omi Korean Grill and Bar
When it comes to barbecue, Texas has a claim to being King. And while the Metroplex certainly has an abundance of acclaimed smokehouses, your BBQ experience doesn’t have to be limited to standard meat-and-sauce establishments. Enter Omi Korean Grill and Bar, which offers a plethora of entrees and special menus to choose from, including all-you-can-eat […]
Elements of Style – New Year, Not So New You
Maintain your signature style to keep yourself looking great and feeling confident all year long By Vicky Pena Training and Employee Engagement Coordinator, Boardroom Salon for Men Welcome to a new year, a new decade, and a time for new beginnings. Whether you’re looking to perfect your golf swing, to get a fresh start or […]
Feature Story – The New Way to Putt
skep·ti·cal /’skeptək(ə)l/ Adjective not easily convinced; having doubts or reservations. When AG first got wind that Barney Adams was part of a new business venture, this one centered around the art of putting, the staff could frequently be heard using the word listed above. Skeptical. We began to wonder how the Stability Putting shaft could […]
Golf Science – The Science Behind Single-Length Clubs
Single-length irons (all irons in a set have the same length as a typical 6- or 7-iron) were first manufactured in about the 1930s, according to golf journalist Brent Kelley. Since then, many companies have sporadically made single-length clubs, including Tommy Armour, Edel Golf, Zynk Golf and Value Golf. Some custom fitting brands such as […]
Instruction – Leap Frog
Well, it’s 2020 and that time of year where new-year resolutions are still fresh in our minds. Soon enough, those new-year resolutions will slip our minds as our busy lives consume them. But this is not just a new year, it’s a new decade! Let’s kick this decade off right with a putting speed drill […]