I’d rather be attacked by a police German Shepherd than play bad golf. Therefore, that’s what I have decided to do. That’s right. This September I will participate in an attack dog demonstration at the Rockdale county jail for The Rotary Club of Rockdale County, otherwise known as “THE FUN CLUB”.
The Rotary usually meets at the Rockdale Medical Center every Wednesday at 7:15 am for our normal meeting. But sometimes we have an offsite visit somewhere. I have decided this venue could be very interesting. I do this not only to promote Rotary but to punish myself for my latest display of golf. Let me explain.
Last week my buddy Marshal and I signed up to play in a best ball tournament at Cherokee Run. I actually had been playing fairly well and looked forward to teaming up with another good golfer. Well, after the day was done I ended up saying, “I’m sorry, Marshal,” as many times as our score (77). That was pitiful since we both can shoot better than that plating by ourselves.
It all started when I striped my tee shot on the first hole and stuck my second shot three feet from the hole, leaving me an easy uphill birdie putt. Making this easy putt would set the tone for a great day RIGHT. WRONG. I didn’t even hit the hole. Dead push to the right and yes, it set the tone alright. This game is so mental you cannot make such a mistake and expect to bounce right back. At least not for me. Therefore, here are a few helpful tips on putting from Ricky Fowler.
- Don’t finalize your grip until your feet, hips, and shoulders are in line.
- Subtly lifting the putter off the grass frees your stroke from the start.
- Pick one point of focus and keep your eyes on it during the stroke.
I realize staging a dog attack to punish myself maybe a little extreme, so I don’t recommend this. Let’s just hope I don’t end up back at our normal meeting place after the demonstration.
Till next tee time.
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