The month of March brings Florida and in particular Cypresswood some very unique playing conditions. Specifically, the wind whips around this golf course something fierce and can cause a variety of problems controlling the flight of the golf ball. Here is how to hit a knockdown draw to combat this condition. Follow the procedure outlined below and you will have a new weapon to combat the unpredictable March winds.

1. Position the ball slightly back of center. Resist the urge to position the ball too far back in your stance. If you do, you will smother the ball and not get the desired result.
2. Before taking your grip, slightly close the face of your club, then take your grip while maintaining the closed face.
3. Position the handle of the club slightly in front of the ball.
4. Swing at ¾ speed. Resist the urge to hit the ball hard. Take more club and swing easier. The harder you swing the higher the ball will travel.

If you practice the four tips above you will gain control over the golf ball in some very demanding conditions.