Richard Flesher, Author at Indian River Golf Foundation

Get Better Club Contact With These Golf Techniques

September 23, 2022
Richard Flesher
Golf Tips
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Are you looking to improve your golf technique contact game? If you want to get better club contact, then you need to focus on your golf techniques. There are many different things that you can do to improve your contact with the ball, and in this blog post, the Indian River Golf Foundation will discuss some of the most important ones. We will also provide some helpful tips on how to implement these techniques into your game. So if you're ready to start hitting those golf balls farther and straighter, keep reading! Stance Stance is critical for golfers of all levels. It may seem like a small thing, but the way you position yourself can have a big impact on your ability to make contact with the ball. For example, if you're too close to the golf ball, you will likely top it or hit it fat. On the other hand, if you're too far away, you will likely thin the golf ball or hit it toe. The key is to find a happy medium where you're comfortable and can make solid contact with the golf ball. Grip Your grip is another important factor in making good contact with the golf ball. If you have a poor grip, it will be difficult to make solid contact. Ensure you grip the golf club with your fingers, not your palm. You also want to ensure that you're gripping the golf club tightly. You will likely hook or slice the golf ball if your grip is too loose. However, if your grip is too tight, you will likely top the golf ball or hit it fat. Again, the key is to find a happy medium where you're comfortable and can make solid contact with the golf ball. Alignment Another important factor in making good contact with the golf ball is alignment. If you're not properly aligned, it will be difficult to make solid contact. Make sure your feet are shoulder-width apart, and your body is square to the target. You also want to ensure that your golf club is square to the target. Set up a golf alignment stick One of the best ways to practice golf alignment is to set up a golf alignment stick in your backyard. You can also use a golf club or even a broomstick. Just make sure that you're golf club is square to the target and…

Golf Club Iron Types: How are They Different?

There are many golf club iron types available on the market today. Choosing the right one for your game can be difficult. In this blog post, the Indian River Golf Foundation will discuss the different types of golf club irons and when to use them. We will also provide tips on how to select the suitable golf club iron for your needs. Forged Irons We make forged golf club irons from a single piece of steel. They are designed for golfers who consistently swing the ball in the center of the clubface more often than not. Forged irons offer more control and accuracy than other types of golf club irons. Cast Irons We make cast golf club irons from molten steel poured into a mold. We design them for golfers with a higher handicap and needing more forgiveness on their shots. Cast iron clubs are more suitable for multi-material, perimeter weighted, and intricate irons. At the same time, they are also cheaper than forged irons. Designs of Irons Irons come in all different shapes and sizes. Some golfers prefer a particular type of golf club iron based on their golfing style. Blade Irons Blade irons are the smallest and thinnest golf club irons. They offer more control and accuracy than other types of golf club irons. Blade irons have a thin face and top line with a tight impact area. The weight in a blade is evenly distributed to make a small "sweet spot" with the ability to better feel the shots you make with the iron. Cavity Back Irons Cavity back irons have a large cavity in the back of the clubface. The added weight makes it easier for less experienced golfers to make their shots due to increased Moment of Inertia (MOI). We design them for golfers who need more forgiveness for their shots. This design effectively means that off-center shots will go farther and fly straighter than with a blade iron. Sets of Irons Retailers usually sell irons in sets of up to nine clubs. Each set contains golf clubs with different loft angles. According to the club's loft, the manufacturer numbers all irons in the set. Long irons are 2, 3, and 4, mid-irons are 5, 6, and 7, and short irons are 8, 9, and wedges like the Pitching Wedge, Gap or Attack Wedge, and the Sand Wedge. Hybrid Sets of Irons Hybrid sets of…

How to Stand Out to Golf Talent Scouts: Tips on Getting Noticed

If you're a golfer who dreams of playing professionally one day, you'll want to read this post. In it, we'll discuss tips on getting the attention of golf talent scouts. Many people don't realize just how competitive the world of professional golf is, and if you want a chance at making it big, you need to do everything in your power to stand out from the competition. Keep reading for our top tips on getting noticed by golf talent scouts! How Scouts Recruit Before we get into the nitty-gritty of what you need to do, it's helpful to understand the process behind how scouts recruit. There's no one way to recruit, but there are general methods that coaches and scouts use. First, coaches often send materials like recruiting questionnaires to high school students to find interested players. You must respond promptly to such messages if you receive them. If you haven't received any, you can go to an athletics program's website, and they will typically have resources there that you can fill out. Factors to Consider Once a coach or scout has a list of interested players, they start eliminating candidates from the list. Players must participate in national golf tournaments during this time since this is how scouts will rank their prospects. Your average scores, overall experience, and in-person evaluations will all be factored in. They will also consider these if you have an online profile and videos of your swings emailed to them. If you aim to be recruited by a college, your grades and test scores are also deciding factors. What You Can Do The most important thing you can do during this process is to be proactive! When scouts first start compiling their lists of candidates, they may be considering hundreds or even thousands of names. Introducing yourself first will help you stand out from the crowd and show that you are seriously interested. Conduct yourself politely and professionally, and you will be well on your way. How to Get Noticed Beyond being proactive, there are many things you can do to increase your chances of being noticed by scouts. As follows: Exceed the academic requirements of your program. In any collegiate program, your grades will be a factor. You must understand the requirements to keep on track. However, the best way is to exceed the standards you are being held to. Scouts will be more…