GOLF TIP OF THE MONTH
By: Bob Schade

I am going to break away from the full swing this month to give a short game tip. This chipping tip will help your tidy up your shots around the green. This is always the fastest way to lower your handicap. Try this technique and you will be amazed at how consistent you will be.

1. Take your normal stance.
2. Move your feet so that they are only 2 inches apart.
3. Open your stance 15 degrees.
4. Position the golf ball adjacent your right big toe.
5. Position the majority of your body’s weight on your front foot.
6. Position the grip end of the club opposite your left thigh.

Now keeping your weight on your front foot, make a putting-like stroke at and through the golf ball. This stroke should be slow and smooth. Mistakes are made when the golfer makes too big of a motion. That causes the body to move and inconsistent contact. Keep it simple and follow the guidelines outlined above.

Good luck and good golfing! Lessons are available, members 3 lessons for $50 and non-members 3 lessons for $75. Please call 324-6174 or email me at cypresswoodcc@gmail.com for your reservation.