Golf Swing Basics

The new 909 range includes three new drivers designed for better players with a wide variety of swing characteristics. The 909D3 has a classic Titleist pear-shaped head, which is 440cc to provide extra workability. The titanium head is weighted in a way that produces a mid-launch angle with low levels of spin.
The 909D2 has a shallower face and is weighted to produce a medium launch with low-to-mid spin. A weighted screw in the head of all three models repositions the centre of gravity deep in the head for increased distance. Three factory installed weight options mean the head and shaft can be tuned to match.

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Callaway ’s latest driver, the Fusion FT-iQ isn’t the prettiest golf club I’ve ever seen but company promises that it is their longest, straightest driver ever. The squared-off club promises increased ball speed. The titanium face is thickest in the center and thins out on the side while a lightweight composite body gives the club a low center of gravity. It sell for $499 to $529 and will be available as of November 15. The Callaway website has video of pro golfers including Rocco Mediate and Ernie Els testing out the club.

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Y.E. Yang’s rookie season will go down as a year of discovery. He found a new swing, a new swing coach, a new culture and many new challenges, not the least of which was a language barrier that he continues to work through.

PGATOUR.COM: When did you feel that the PGA TOUR was within your grasp last year?

Y.E. YANG: Before coming to the U.S., when playing in Asia, I didn’t think I had a chance to play on the PGA TOUR. But after I started winning in Japan, I slowly thought about moving on to the U.S., thinking maybe, “I can do it.” Winning the HSBC Champions in 2006 was the turning point in my career, and I gained confidence about my game and made the decision to try for the PGA TOUR. The process wasn’t easy, as I had to go through q-schools, invites and more q-schools, but I was able to make it according to my plans.

PGATOUR.COM: There are tough adjustments for American-born players who reach this level. For a foreign player who has yet to master the language, I would imagine that would be 10-fold.

YANG: Language was difficult, learning new courses and having to adjust to new greens gave me the putting woes. The tournaments I played before in Japan and Asia mainly were Bentgrass greens, but here in the U.S., you have Bermuda greens and other different types of greens to adjust to. That was the hardest adjustment I had to make.

PGATOUR.COM: You didn’t put together the season you probably expected, but you must take away some positives about your rookie season.

YANG: The positives I take from this year is that I was able to find a new swing. My golf swing before and my swing now is different. Earlier this year when I started out playing on the PGA TOUR, I didn’t have much success, missing seven cuts in a row, because I was playing with a swing not suited to playing out here.

My swing plane was flat, ball flight was low, with not much spin. But then I was introduced to my current coach, Brian Mogg, based out of Orlando. It was the first time in my golfing career that I had ever worked with a coach.

He didn’t want to change too much, as I was in a middle of a tournament, but pointed out a few things where I was doing wrong. From that point on, I practiced on my own for 3-4 months.

It has gotten a lot better, and I’m still working on it but I feel like it will help me with my career in the long run. Although I may not have secured my card just yet, I have new-born confidence in my swing and feel I can play better now.

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Scientists believe they may have finally found the answer to the perfect golf swing.

The key is knowing at exactly what stage of the swing you should exert the maximum force, according to research.

Use too much strength too early or too late and the aspiring golfer will see their handicap stubbornly linger in double figures.

Tiger Woods, who has won 87 tournaments in his 12-year career, is viewed by many commentators as the golfer with the most perfect swing.

Using a complex mathematical equation, Professor Robin Sharp from the Department of Mechanical, Medical and Aerospace Engineering at the University of Surrey, has calculated which parts of the upper body should be used at what stage.

Breaking with conventional thinking, his study suggests that the wrists are not as important as the way a golfer uses their arms.

His research also concludes that height is not as advantageous as previously thought, with short people able to hit a ball almost as far as their taller competitors if they use the right technique.

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Have you ever seen those baskets that have all kinds of golf accessories and gadgets in them? These are called golf gift baskets, and they are used for all occasions. Birthday’s, Father’s Day, Valentine’s Day, Christmas, job promotions, you name it.

These baskets for golfers can be very creative. They can have personal items you know the golfer really needs, or they can have more general golf accessories any golfer would appreciate. Either way, this is a really neat way to make an impression, and not break the bank.

Many of these gift baskets for golf are well under $50, and yet still have some worthwhile items in them. Golf balls, tees, ball markers, divot repair tools, and more. Any golfer can use these things every round they play.

Some of the more expensive baskets can have actual training aids, dvds, books and golf memorabilia. This is where you can really personalize a basket with items you know they would really use and enjoy.

Don’t think these baskets are not taken seriously. With many golfers, they would thoroughly enjoy the items that complete a golf gift basket. Even using humor with golf gag gifts would be a fun way to get at a boss, co-worker or family member. With so many gag gifts available, you can make the entire basket one joke after the other.

A perfect use for these baskets is for golf outings. Small tournaments or club tournaments. You can buy the items in bulk at wholesale prices and make up some very inexpensive, but neat baskets that will be a hit with most, if not all the golfers who receive them.

The the many holidays I mentioned above, you can theme your basket appropriately. These themed baskets can still have worthwhile golf accessories in them, but with a little twist based on the holiday. They can be very creatively done, and leave a lasting impression.

Gift baskets for golf are a great way to make an impression. Give it a go!

If you’re looking for golf gift baskets, you’ll want to take a look at GolfGiftEnvy.com! This site has dozens of unique gifts for the golfer. If you’re a supplier looking to get your product on the net, contact supplier inquiries at the site to see if they’ll add it for you.

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When you have the birthday of a close friend coming up and are completely at a loss about the gift to present him, the best thing is to take a look at his hobbies. Does he spend his free time among the pots and plants in the garden or is he more likely to be found at golf courses? A gift that is related to a hobby is perhaps the most desired as it allows people to indulge in their favorite past time even more.

If your friend is an avid golfer, you need not rack your brains any more. All that you need to do is pick out a golf gift basket, which will be the perfect gift and is sure to win you appreciation. While golf gift baskets are wonderful gifts for a husband or friend with a keen interest in golfing, these also make great corporate gifts.

It is a well known fact that most executives are keen on this game. It is also true that many business deals are clinched on golf courses. So, a gift idea that focuses on this interest will be widely welcomed. Golf gift baskets are a nice way to impress your clients and business associates while at the same time building and boosting relations. Golf gift baskets make for impressive corporate thank you gifts that can be sent out to clients or given away to employees to convey appreciation after the culmination of a successful year.

Golf gift baskets can also be used as prizes in local golf tournaments. While it would be appropriate to award trophies or other similar mementos to the winner, golf gift baskets as consolation prizes would make the day of the other participants.

There are golf gift baskets that are readily available online as well as in stores. However, you can ask for one to be custom made so that you may give it a personal touch. Most golf gift baskets contain the necessary golf gear and accessories. You could select one that also has some tasty food items so that after a tiring day at a golf course the recipient may indulge in these. Golf ball shaped chocolates would be a delightful inclusion in any golf gift basket. It is not uncommon to find beverages like beer and snack accompaniments in a golf gift basket. Sipping on cool drinks on a hot afternoon at a golf course would make the golfing experience a more enjoyable one. For close friends and family you could consider putting in a few music CDs of their choice or books that they would enjoy reading.

All that it takes is some thought and you could come up with a unique idea in a golf gift basket, one that will endear you to the receiver. So, whether it is Christmas time or an anniversary, for a golf fan nothing beats receiving a golf gift basket. So, go ahead and provide some real joy to those who matter to you, through golf gift baskets and win some heartfelt appreciation.

The BasketSpot.com makes golfing easy and affordable. If you can’t afford the big gifts, give your recipient a golf gift basket with balls, a golf shirt, and even gourmet snacks. Toni Young is the owner and operator of The Basket Spot, who offers golf gourmet gift baskets that cost less and ship fast.
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American Candie Kung shot a 3-under 69 on Sunday to win the LPGA Kolon Championship by one shot over Australian Katherine Hull.

Kung, who was born in Taiwan, eagled the ninth hole during a windy third round at Incheon’s Sky 72 Golf Club course. That gave her the cushion she needed when she dropped a shot on the next-to-last hole. The world’s 42nd-ranked player finished at 6-under 210 and collected US$240,000 for the win

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Next Monday, some of the most recognizable names in professional golf will arrive at Shell Landing Golf Club in Gautier for the third annual Habitat for Humanity Katrina Pro-Am.

Eighteen PGA Tour pros are expected at this year’s event, including veterans Bob Tway, Woody Austin, Jerry Kelly and former University of South Alabama standout Heath Slocumb.

The tournament benefits the Gulf Coast chapter of Habitat, which builds homes in Jackson, Harrison and Stone counties

Habitat has built six area homes in the past two years with funds raised at the pro-am, and organizers expect similar results from this year’s event.

The pro-am is the brainchild of PGA Tour rules official Mickey Bradley, an Ocean Springs resident.

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Andy Bean was a 6-foot-4, 195-pound college freshman when he had his chance to play the South’s sport of choice. Bean and his fellow University of Florida golfers were playing a touch football game, against the tennis and swimming teams, and then-Gators football coach Doug Dickey noticed the tall kid launching booming punts.

Dickey asked Bean if he would consider joining the football team. “No, sir, I play golf,” Bean responded. Dickey persisted and Bean finally offered one rock-solid reason for his reluctance to switch sports:

“Coach, your line’s not good enough,” he said.

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The four Order of Merit contenders were far from pleased over the scheduling Saturday at the Volvo Masters after the 57-man field finally completed the rain-delayed second round.

Only three players finished on Friday before torrential rain forced organizers to suspend play. With officials looking to get at least 54 holes in with rain still falling Saturday and expected for Sunday, players couldn’t understand why officials waited to redraw pairings rather than send players out straight away after their completed second rounds.

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