Bubba Watson 10 Rules

[mdiogo]

Not sure if this article has been posted but i just figured i would show it to ya'll...its a pretty good read with alot of valid points...the one that hit home for me the most was when he said that us amateurs have to lower our expectations

http://www.golfdigest.com/golf-instruction/2010-07/10-rules-watson?currentPage=1

[EverythingGolf]

Great Artice, I really like Bubba W. he is a great guy.

[Deryck Griffith]

That was one of the best "10 rule" by a pro that i've read.  The shorter driver shaft and turning the hip on the backswing points were fantastic.

[Kieran123]

I love his tip on if you wake up in the morning and the ball is fading, play with a fade instead of fighting it the whole round

[ghalfaire]

Originally Posted by Kieran123

I love his tip on if you wake up in the morning and the ball is fading, play with a fade instead of fighting it the whole round

Sam Snead said it also.  He said  something to the effect that in his warm up if he was fading or drawing the ball he just adjusted his aim and not his swing.  Probably good advice to not try swing changes on the course.

[saevel25]

Awesome tips, i will give that flaired food a try. I think it will help me get to my left side better anyway.

[Open-Faced Club Sandwedge]

Sounds like solid advice to me.  Only thing I'm not sure about is "tee off like you just made bogey."  When I'm frustrated with myself, it does NOT have a positive effect on my swing.  I hit my best shots when my thoughts are composed and I'm fully focused on the matter at hand.

-Andrew

[Deryck Griffith]

Originally Posted by Open-Faced Club Sandwedge

Sounds like solid advice to me.  Only thing I'm not sure about is "tee off like you just made bogey."  When I'm frustrated with myself, it does NOT have a positive effect on my swing.  I hit my best shots when my thoughts are composed and I'm fully focused on the matter at hand.

-Andrew

That is true.  I think this tip is a good one but only depending on the individual.  Some people I know play amazing when they are upset and others continue to blow up when angry.

[Zeph]

1. You Probably Need More Loft

Absolutely, too many high handicappers, junior, women and elder players use drivers with too low loft.

2. Utilize Your Best Physical Trait

Not something I've thought too much about, but we all use our body. If you got big forearms, you will be able to swing faster.

3. Try A Shorter Shaft

Agree again, longer shafts is no guarantee for hitting it longer. You might also appreciate better accuracy instead of the 5-10 extra yards.

4. Learn To Hit A Draw

A draw and fade with similar launch conditions will fly the same distance, but of course I agree with him that a lot of the amateur players out there would benefit from swinging in-out instead of out-in. It helped getting rid of my slice.

5. Accept Days When You Don't Have It

Don't think too many have trouble with this. We all know it's a difficult game and that our game will be on one day and off the next.

6. Tee Off Like You Just Made Bogey

Being a bit fired up can go both ways. Trying to crush a drive can turn out perfect, but might also cause a really bad shot. I usually play better after a streak of bad shots after which I've almost given up scoring well that round and just not cared all that much. Played one of my best rounds after opening with a triple on the second hole.

7. If You're Small, Hit More Balls

Technique trumps strength in my opinion, and is something you develop by hitting balls. At least get your technique as good as possible before seeking the gym to gain distance. Working out probably wouldn't hurt anyone, but I don't think it would help your game as much as working on your swing would. Of course, minigunning balls at the range is no guarantee for making you better.

8. Flare Out Your Front Foot

I already flare out my right foot, and my left, but maybe not 45º normally. That hips generate power, and faster hips generate more power is something I can agree on. It can at the same time cause other issues, so be careful.

9. Beware: Rust Forms Fast

Swinging a little every day will probably keep your swing better in place.

10. Turn Your Hips Back, Too

Hips must turn, absolutely, don't restrict them or try to keep the same flex in the back knee. They are a big power source. Turning as far as you phyiscally is able to might not be the best advice, since you can over-rotate. Bubba got a big turn and hip swing, so I can see why he feels this way.

All in all pretty good tips from Bubba.

[Tomboys]

Originally Posted by Deryck Griffith

That is true.  I think this tip is a good one but only depending on the individual.  Some people I know play amazing when they are upset and others continue to blow up when angry.

Well said.

I think I read somewhere that BW has ADD.  So, in his case, perhaps anger helps him focus more which has a positive effect on his performance.  In contrast, the only thing anger gives me is a triple-digit scorecard and more anger.

[Dave Gordon]

1. You Probably Need More Loft - True, get in touch with your feminine side. Drop the macho act!

2. Utilize Your Best Physical Trait - Good one and so true when you analyse it.

3. Try A Shorter Shaft - Who knows if you're an inch shorter!!!!

4. Learn To Hit A Draw - Having played with both directions, think I'll go with the adage that "you can talk to a slice." Draws are great until they become snappers!!!

5. Accept Days When You Don't Have It - After a heavy night out, when my hands are shaking over a short put, I do accept these days!

6. Tee Off Like You Just Made Bogey - Many years ago after making a bogey on a short par 4 at Gleneagles I followed this and probably ripped the drive of my life, kept it going as well for the rest of the round - then had to accept many days when I didn't have it!!

7. If You're Small, Hit More Balls - Makes sense, just have to guard against lethargy.

8. Flare Out Your Front Foot - Good little turbo boost.

9. Beware: Rust Forms Fast - Yeah, many a time had to get the WD40 out to loosen off. Sometimes a good idea when your form drops drastically to put the clubs away for a time, but any period of inactivity must surely mean you'll lose some elasticity in your body.

10. Turn Your Hips Back, Too - Suppose this also fits in with we are all built differently, so if it's physically possible without losing any resistance then it's all good!