The Scapula Tuck, Plus a Few Teaching Tips by Dr. T. J. Tomasi Keiser University College of Golf Senior Faculty and Director of Research Measurements by researchers show that during the downswing the spine tilts away from the target causing a small curve or bow in the lower torso. To start the downswing, the back-shoulder…
May the PES Be with You By Dr. T. J. Tomasi Keiser University College of Golf Senior Faculty and Director of Research A man nicknamed “Four-Finger Brown,” soon to be known as “Three-Finger Brown,” was mowing his lawn when his neighbor asked him how he got his nickname. The man stuck his finger into the…
The Culture of Golf and Why It’s Important By John Callahan, PGA, Golf Magazine Adjunct Top 100 Teacher Golf Program Instructor Keiser University College of Golf The “Culture of Golf” has many laudable facets. For example, The First Tee, a youth sports organization with the mission of growing the game by transforming the experience of…
The Importance of Playing with Properly Fit Golf Clubs by Dr. Eric C. Wilson, PGA Legacy Master Professional Executive Director of Golf Operations Keiser University College of Golf The game of golf is hard enough to play without having to concern oneself with equipment that may not fit a swing motion or body type. Having…
Students at Keiser University College of Golf recently enjoyed a round of Hickory Golf using hickory shafted golf clubs during their History of Golf class. The group of twelve, along with professor Ken Martin, dressed in period clothing used mid-irons, mashies, niblicks, and putters with hickory shafts to play the par-72 Squire Course at PGA…
The Purpose of Wrists in a Golf Swing By Ken Martin, PGA Professional Certified in Instruction and General Management Golf Program Instructor Keiser University College of Golf How should your wrists work in the golf swing and what are the consequences of improper wrist action? A golfer’s wrists act as a hinge between the arms…
How to Improve the Golf IQ David Wixson, PGA Master Professional Golf Program Instructor Keiser University College of Golf To determine how one can improve their golf IQ we must first define “Golf IQ” as the term could mean something different for each individual. Loosely defined, Golf IQ infers that one golfer is more knowledgeable…
Has Driving Distance Changed on the PGA Tour Within the Last Decade? Brian Hughes, PGA Master Professional Golf Program Director Keiser University College of Golf There has been considerable discussion recently regarding how far PGA Tour players are driving the golf ball. Observers of the game spot a player reaching a long par 5 with…
How Do You Motivate Students When They Get Frustrated and Discouraged? John Callahan, PGA, Golf Magazine Adjunct Top 100 Teacher Golf Program Instructor Keiser University College of Golf Winston Churchill once expressed his frustration with golf with the hyperbolic statement, “Golf is a game whose aim is to hit a very small ball into an…
Friday Competitions Remain a Favorite for Keiser University College of Golf Students Keiser University College of Golf Professor Frank Longabucco continued to spice up the summer golf curriculum with a Friday afternoon “Two Best-balls of Four Net” competition for students and PGA staff members at the PGA National Resort & Spa golf courses. The friendly…
