Lucky Phil

G’day there, Most of my coaching clients have read my book or blog before coming for a lesson. They generally know what to expect and are prepared for a lesson that may be a little different from the norm. It’s always fun to get someone along who...

Great results

Dear golfer, I really enjoy playing great golf. Especially when I fully experience the joy of the automatic process. The game seems easy and anything is possible when I get into the right frame of mind. On Saturday I had my worst game in a long time. I struggled to a...

How to improve your skill level

Dear golfer, As you know I’m a big fan of playing golf automatically. This means that I prefer to hit the ball instinctively, without undue thoughts on technique or style. I believe this approach has helped me transform my game from tight and boring, into a...

Tony, where are you?

I received two calls from a Tony on transit to Townsville this Tuesday. I didn’t take the calls but they went through to voice mail. The first call you couldn’t remember your phone number (I do this all of the time, I never call myself so it can be hard to...

An eventful and interesting few days

Dear golfer, What a past couple of days I’ve had! It started on Sunday when my twin brother James (also known as Shug) and I were renovating my new golf studio. We were dismantling a huge room divider and hopefully going to use it for a putting green. I’m...

Turn your back on putting for better results

Dear golfer, The following is something that I use to help me relax and focus before an important putt. I know ALL putts are important, but some are more crucial than others. Like the putt for par that will get your round back on track or a putt to win the money on...

The youngsters got thrashed

One of the best things about club golf is the highly competitive fourball match within the group. Usually, the balls are thrown up prior to play to determine teams. The two balls finishing closest together will result in the owners forming a team. It’s the...

Improvement is not always obvious

Dear Golfer, I think improving at golf can be difficult because the path to do so is not always obvious. In fact, I believe if you want to reach a higher level of play you need to take counter intuitive steps. These steps are not obvious and actually go against...

Thoughts On Swing Tempo

“You’re swinging too quickly!”. How often have you heard that? If you’ve been playing golf for any length of time then I bet you’ve been told that many times. More than likely after a bad shot or two. Many golfers like to help their...