Teebox Jenkins

Reddog - When I first read your post like a lot of people I could relate. I am no pro and have just recently started playing semi-decent golf after 3 years of wasted $ and time. My best round was a 91 up until about a few months ago. Last week I shot an easy 84 and I gave away at least 5 strokes with dumb mistakes. I imagine like you, I tried every swing training aid/device known to man. I single handedly have carried golfsmith through the downturn in the economy. What has helped turn the corner was a combination of 3 things: 1) Working on fundamentals - (particularly in the short game, grip, stance, aim, posture) 2) Getting fitted clubs 3) Making a commitment to the mental side of the game The first two are simple (equally as important) but the third is what gave me fits. I would highly recommend Dr. Joseph Parents book to the mental game. His teachings really helped clear my mind of useless swing thoughts and just allow me to step up make the swing I want. Chances are you are like me and have spent more hours than you would like on the range. You know what a good swing feels like and despite your scores have made plenty of them. Just relax and let the swing come via auto pilot. Your brain knows how to make a near perfect swing every time. You just have to get out it's way. The book can be applied to more than golf but it is written specifically for golfers. Just a good read. Also work on your pre shot routine. It is boring and tedious but it makes a world of difference. Now when I want to hit a fade or a draw I mentally prepare myself to hit the shot and make the swing completely on feeling. No need to think about keeping or trying to get body parts into specific positions. Also practicing your swing in super slow motion (whole swing should hopefully take about a minute to complete) does wonders when you can't get out to the course or range. 10 minutes of slow swinging is close to about 2 hours on the range. Best of luck to you and hope you break through soon!