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PGA Golfer

“Lewis Mounts a Run at Champions Tour Major”

September 2, 2010

An article from the Austin American Statesman:
Lewis mounts a run at Champions Tour major
By Kevin Robbins | Saturday, August 21, 2010, 08:09 PM
Austin resident and rookie Champions Tour player J.L. Lewis, a former golf professional at The Hills of Lakeway and Forest Creek, finished 54 holes of the Jeld-Wen Tradition at 9 under par Saturday, [...]

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J.L. Lewis Blog on PGATOUR.com: Champions Tour Debut at Carnoustie

July 21, 2010

J.L. Lewis celebrated his 50th birthday this past Sunday, July 18, 2010 while in Scotland. He will be making his Champions Tour debut at the Senior British Open at Carnoustie this week. The tournament begins tomorrow.
PGATOUR.com will be posting a daily blog during the week of the Senior British Open about J.L.’s insights on his [...]

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Golf Fundamentals and Balance – Summary

March 22, 2010

Importance of Golf Fundamentals and Balance
An important physical characteristic of the golf swing other than the fundamentals is balance.  Golf fundamentals and balance go hand in hand, and balance can tell you if your fundamentals are correct.
Golf Grip Tips
If the grip is too strong, then there can be a tendency to have too much weight [...]

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Golf Stance is Connected to Fundamentals and Balance

March 19, 2010

Golf Fundamentals and Balance
An important physical characteristic of the golf swing other than the fundamentals is balance.  Golf fundamentals and balance go hand in hand, and balance can tell you if your fundamentals are correct.
Both grip, golf ball position, alignment, and posture can be important factors affecting the fundamentals and balance.  To learn more about [...]

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Passing of PGA TOUR Caddie Greg Rita

March 2, 2010
PGA TOUR Caddie Greg Rita

Our 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 [...]

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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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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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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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J.L. Lewis Golf Video Tip: Golf Pitching and Chipping

January 22, 2010

PGA Player J.L. Lewis Teaches Golf Exercises for Pitching and Chipping
PGA TOUR Pro J.L. Lewis gives the best golf instruction video tips. In this video he addresses a common error in pitching and chipping, and offers helpful golf exercises and swing tips; keeping the “triangle” between the arms while swinging, and gripping two clubs at [...]

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