Here again we offer  more suggestions for "a better golf swing". You can see additional posts by clicking on the Archive dates (upper right).  The purpose of this blog, as I've said before, is to pass along some solid swing ideas that should be helpful for those scoring in the high 80s and 90s in developing a better golf swing that results in longer drives and more of those in the fairway, more greens hit in regulation and more putts made. Let's take a look at more useful swing tips:

THE RIGHT PALM SHOULD FACE THE SKY AT THE TOP. Actually, because the left wrist will, and should, hinge a little, your right palm won't completely face straight up but it should feel like it. From this position, the normal roll of the hands in the downswing will bring the clubface squarely back to the ball and facing down the target line resulting in a solid hit.

DON'T LOOK UP TOO SOON. This is probably the oldest axiom in golf and the most frequently violated. Unlike almost every other swing basic, keeping your head down until the ball is gone requires no technique and no physical effort or movement. Nothing ruins more otherwise good swings than "peeking". Looking up too soon pulls your right shoulder into action too early and throws your downswing out of kilter with bad results. Focus your eyes and your mind on the ball at address and keep them there through out the swing. It will pay big dividends.

LAST 3 FINGERS OF THE LEFT HAND: For a good left hand/arm backswing, be sure at address that you grip firmly with these 3 fingers because they should actually guide the backswing to the top with just the right amount of hinge, or wrist cock, at the back of the left wrist. An extra benefit to  focusing on these 3 fingers is having your left hand in control aat the start of the downswing rather than the right hand which tends to spoil the shot.

SHORT CHIP SHOTS  AROUND THE GREEN:  To be able to get close with your chip shots from around the green is obviously a great stroke saver and therefore a skill you should have. It's not difficult. The key is to play the ball opposite your back foot with your weight mostly on your left or front foot.  Your hands must be relaxed and well forward of a slightly hooded clubface. Swing as if making a putt. Happily, this is a shot you can practice a lot at home on a carpet and it will certainly pay you to do so.