Long clubs getting better
I went to the Golden Bear Golf Center to hit balls this morning. The weather was warm and sunny, with a 1-club breeze in my face. I had only a limited time to practice this morning, so I focussed only on the long clubs.
I warmed up with the 8- and 6-irons, alternating them and also an occasional pitching wedge just to keep my tempo in good shape. I started out hitting the ball well, had a stage where I hit a lot of balls fat, and then got back in the groove.
Next up, I got out the driver, and alternated hitting the driver and 8-irons, then changing the irons to longer clubs as I went. At first, the drives were straight but short, then they were long, but push fades, then they were long, but high hooks.
I also got out the hybrid and 3-metal. I hit mostly draws or hooks with the clubs, but at least the balls were well-struck.
My last drive was a thing of beauty. I used a neutral grip and let it rip; the ball was high and straight and was still going up when it cleared the blue flag at 175 yds; I would estimate about a 220-230 yd carry, which is very good for me.
My long clubs are starting to get back in the groove, so it’s now time to start taking lessons again. I’m starting to feel like I’m close to getting into good form, and I will probably now spend more time on the short game and less on the long.