Importance of Golf Fundamentals and Balance

The most important physical characteristic of a golf game other than the fundamentals is balance.  Golf fundamentals and balance go hand in hand, and balance is something which will tell you if your fundamentals are correct.

PGA Golfer JL Lewis demonstrates golf grip tips. Golf Grip Tips

If the grip is too strong, then there is a tendency to have too much weight on the right side of the body.  The golf club will be closed on the back swing causing a number of misses including: low left, hitting behind the ball, topping the ball, or weak right shots.

If the grip is too weak the tendency will be to have too much weight on the left side of the body at address which can cause the following misses: weak right, pulling the ball to the left of the target, a high ball flight, a reverse weight shift, coming over the top on the downswing, and hitting severe hooks, slices or shanking the ball.  These misses demonstrate why the fundamentals and balance are so important.

Stay tuned for the next piece of this article about Golf Fundamentals and Balance – the importance of Ball Position!

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Passing of PGA TOUR Caddie Greg Rita

by JL Lewis on March 2, 2010

PGA TOUR Caddie Greg RitaOur friend Greg Rita passed away after a long battle with brain cancer. Greg was an outstanding individual who exemplified class in all areas of his life. One of the highest regarded caddies to ever pick up a golf bag, Greg was on the PGA TOUR for nearly 30 years and had great success with many of the game’s elite players. His career is well documented and he will be remembered as one of the all time great caddies. Greg was a friend to many and a solid family person who relished any opportunity to spend time with his wife Kelly and their son Nick.  Our deepest condolences go out to his family and friends.

In memory of Greg we are republishing his interview from June of 2009.

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Golf Entertainment: PGA TOUR Puerto Rico Open pres’d by Banco Popular

February 19, 2010
El Yunque National Rain Forest, San Juan, Puerto Rico

PGA Tournament: Puerto Rico Open presented by Banco Popular
The Puerto Rico Open presented by Banco Popular is held on March 8 – 14, 2010 in beautiful and tropical San Juan, Puerto Rico on the Trump International Golf Club. Trump International is a good layout with the majority of the holes presenting a challenge either off [...]

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Texas State University – J.L. Lewis Intercollegiate Golf Tournament

February 19, 2010
TSU Golf Team

Come out to watch some great golf entertainment!
Texas State University, J.L.’s alma mater, will host the first J.L. Lewis Intercollegiate Golf Tournament!  The tournament starts Monday, February 22, 2010 and has a second round on Tuesday, February 23, 2010. The host course is The Bandit Golf Club in New Braunfels, Texas.
Some of the best [...]

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J.L. Lewis Golf Video Tip – Short Game: Golf Putting Tips, Chipping, Pitching

February 18, 2010

Golf Video Tip: Putting, Chipping, Pitching Tips
In this golf video tip J.L. Lewis gives putting tips and explains the many types of golf short game shots from just off the green. Visualization with each different type of shot is important to be a good short game player. He teaches that a golfer must take into [...]

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Competing in PGA TOUR Mayakoba Golf Classic at Riviera Maya-Cancun!

February 16, 2010
PGA TOUR Mayakoba Golf Classic at Riviera Maya-Cancun

Based on my standing on the PGA TOUR, I will be competing in the Mayakoba Golf Classic at Riviera Maya-Cancun this week!  Follow the scores of the Mayakoba Golf Classic live at PGATOUR.com. The tournament starts on Thursday, February 18!
My tee times are:
Thursday, February 18, 12:15 off Tee #1 with David Duval and Robin Freeman
Friday, February [...]

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Know Yardages with Each Golf Club

February 15, 2010

Best Golf Instruction Series Summary
To become a better golfer it is essential to consistently strike shots that travel exact distances.  There are several variables involved in this process including: golf equipment, golf swing techniques, different playing conditions, adrenaline under pressure, and knowing your capabilities on each day.
Be Fitted with the Proper Golf Equipment
Starting with golf [...]

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Best Golf Instruction Series: Know Yardages with Each Golf Club

February 11, 2010

Golf Exercise – Learning Distance Control
Best Golf Instruction Series 3:
Golf Course Conditions, Adrenaline, and Energy Level
To become a better golfer it is essential to consistently strike shots that travel exact distances.  There are several variables involved in this process including: golf equipment, golf swing techniques, different playing conditions, adrenaline under pressure, and knowing your capabilities [...]

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Best Golf Instruction Series: Know Yardages with Each Golf Club

February 9, 2010

Swing Tips – Producing a Consistent Golf Swing
Best Golf Instruction Series Part 2

To become a better golfer it is essential to consistently strike shots that travel exact distances.  There are several variables involved in this process including: golf equipment, golf swing techniques, different playing conditions, adrenaline under pressure, and knowing your capabilities on each day.
It’s [...]

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Best Golf Instruction Series: Know Yardages with Each Golf Club

February 4, 2010
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Be Fitted with the Proper Golf Equipment
Best Golf Instruction Series Part 1
To become a better golfer it is essential to consistently strike shots that travel exact distances.  There are several variables involved in this process including: golf equipment, golf swing techniques, different playing conditions, adrenaline under pressure, and knowing your capabilities on each day.

Starting with [...]

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