W
e hear all the time that too
much attention is focused
on the driver. That you
drive for show and putt for dough.
That you may use your driver a dozen
times on the course but you're going to
use your irons and wedges far more.
That is all true but, really, is there
anything more enjoyable and satisfy-
ing in golf than standing on the tee,
squaring up and crushing a ball into
the stratosphere?
Of course not.
And with that, we asked Chardon-
nay Head Golf Professional Bob Becker
to share his thoughts when it comes to
getting more distance off the tee…
>> The No. 1 misconception that
amateurs make when trying to hit the
ball far is thinking that by swinging
harder it will make the ball go farther.
But most of the time this just makes
you unbalanced and your timing is
thrown off, which decreases distance.
>> If you're looking to add more
distance off the tee make sure every
muscle is relaxed. Loose muscles are
fast. Also, try to gain some flexibility.
This will help to make a bigger turn
with your shoulders.
>> When looking to purchase a new
driver, I would recommend visiting
your local golf professional to be fitted
for a driver. We all have different
swings and it's beneficial to get the
right equipment for you.
>> The golf ball you choose also
plays a big factor. For just pure dis-
tance, amateur golfers should use a
harder ball. This will decrease some of
the spin and lead to more distance.
>> If I had to choose between dis-
tance and accuracy, I'd go with dis-
tance because if you have the power to
hit it far you pretty much can hit out of
anything – including the deep rough.
Here are a few
helpful tips from
Head Golf Professional
Bob Becker to help
you hit the ball
farther off the tee
GO THE DISTANCE!
THE PRACTICE TEE
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