Go From Amateur to Pro Ball Striking INSTANTLY After Doing This Drill!
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- Опубліковано 10 вер 2023
- This simple drill will make you a great ball striker today. Here's the one golf swing drill you need to improve your ball striking and start hitting like a pro. Golfers are going from 30 handicap ball striking to pro ball striking just by doing this 3 minute drill. This golf tip is so powerful because it forces you to have good golf swing habits.
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I am Tom Saguto, PGA Member and founder of SagutoGolf. Thank you for visiting my channel where you can learn how to play the best golf of your life. Whether you are an expert golfer looking for a quick swing tune-up or a beginner looking to play better. I am here to help you achieve your golfing goals.
My mission as your swing coach is simple, to help you maximize your enjoyment in game of golf. Because, let’s face it, golf is a hard game.
My goal for you is to have the most fun of your life playing golf. You'll be hitting farther, straighter, and playing better golf by watching these videos. What are you waiting for, let's get started! - Спорт
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Tom you have a great channel with a great wealth of knowledge here. I just want to point out that with the work Swing Catalyst, Dr. Scott Lynn, Mike Adams, and Terry Rowles are doing; the front-post you are highlighting is only a third of the story. It works for you most likely because your natural strong body pivot is one of being a front-post golfer and you were fighting it with movements for a rear-post golfer Again, you have great stuff out here; but it does not work for everybody. There are three major post types out there: Front-Post, Rear-Post, and Center-Post. Just something to think about. Also, Bryson is a front-post golfer just like you are.
This guy swings like you. ua-cam.com/video/8bSwS3m485c/v-deo.html
Hell yes one after the other. Your lessons definitely changing my game for the better. Thank you!
Getting the R arm straight through impact has done wonders for my irons. I used to get flippy with my long irons for some reason, now I'm striking them pure more often. Thanks for the great videos!
Awesome!! I'm very glad to know that my trail arm instruction is performing well for you; excellent job incorporating it into your swing and putting it into play!!
Thanks so much for sharing your ball striking improvement and keep up the great work!!
Tom
PS: By the way, since my channel's content is performing well for you, I think you will also benefit from my FREE mini course - “The Top 3 Things You Need to Be a Great Ball Striker” - where you can learn some key aspects of the swing system I teach in a more structured manner. Here's a link in case you’re interested in checking it out: go.saguto.golf/
That trail arm is sooo key like he says, lately I’ve just been focusing mainly on that alone instead of the 25000 swing thoughts , swing has improved immensely.
My lesson series on that "trail arm magic" has helped countless golfers across the globe to overcome a myriad of issues and experience great ball striking, Frank. I'm very glad to know that this concept is performing well for you, too!
Thanks for sharing your success with it and keep up the great work!
Tom
PS: By the way, since my channel's content is performing well for you, I think you will also benefit from my FREE mini course - “The Top 3 Things You Need to Be a Great Ball Striker” - where you can learn some key aspects of the swing system I teach in a more structured manner. Here's a link in case you’re interested in checking it out: go.saguto.golf/
I tried this technique on todays round. I focused on the ground about 2” in front of the ball. I immediately hit it pure and took a divot! Then I repeated it over and over! Fantastic tip! I’ve never been that consistent before. I also used this with fareway woods and hybrid but moved the focus point back to about an inch. What a difference! Thanks for todays tip!
That's fantastic, Leonard!! I'm very glad to know that this lesson resonated with you; excellent job incorporating it into your swing and putting it into play!! Thanks so much for sharing your crispy ball striking improvement and keep up the great work!!
Tom
PS: By the way, since my channel's content is performing well for you, I think you will also benefit from my FREE mini course - “The Top 3 Things You Need to Be a Great Ball Striker” - where you can learn some key aspects of the swing system I teach in a more structured manner. Here's a link in case you’re interested in checking it out: go.saguto.golf/
Tom's enthusiasm is unmatched.
I appreciate that, Robby, and I'm very glad to know that you are enjoying my instruction content and teaching style!!
Thanks for your support!
Tom
PS: By the way, since my channel's content is connecting well with you, I think you will also like my FREE mini course - “The Top 3 Things You Need to Be a Great Ball Striker” - where you can learn some key aspects of the swing system I teach in a more structured manner. Here's a link in case you’re interested in checking it out: go.saguto.golf/
Very few changes or tips provide instant improvement to the golf game, but tucking the right arm (elbow) is one. I saw Tommy's earlier video on this topic and was shocked at how much better and more consistently I'm striking the ball.
Indeed, Ken - the lesson series on this "trail arm magic" has helped countless golfers across the globe to overcome a myriad of issues and experience great ball striking. I'm very glad to know that this concept is performing well for you, too!
Thanks for sharing your success with it and keep up the great work!! 💪💪
Tom
I hit 6 pure shots to the green the other morning and shot 37 on the back nine. Love the simplicity, thanks Tom. 74 in Ocala, FL loving life 😅
That's *AWESOME* - congrats on a fabulous round!! 💪💪
I'm very glad to know that my instruction is resonating with you; excellent job incorporating it into your swing and putting it into play!!
Thanks so much for sharing your improvement and enjoyment, and keep up the great work!!
Tom
PS: By the way, since my channel's content is performing well for you, I think you will also benefit from my FREE mini course - “The Top 3 Things You Need to Be a Great Ball Striker” - where you can learn some key aspects of the swing system I teach in a more structured manner. Here's a link in case you’re interested in checking it out: go.saguto.golf/
Thanks for your tips Tom, won my first board competition this weekend after recently changing my swing from conventional to stack & tilt with your guidance in the online training school and UA-cam videos!
That's *OUTSTANDING* , Ryan - congratulations on your victory!! 💪💪
I'm very glad to learn of your improvement!! This powerful, low-maintenance, body-friendly swing system is designed to provide a lifetime of blissful ball striking up to and including at the game's most elite levels. Thanks so much for your support in sharing your success with it and keep up the fabulous work!!
Tom
Thanks Tom, I played long ago didn’t have the time in my schedule to continue playing . I’m hitting the ball very well again with your help.
Fantastic! I sincerely appreciate your kind words, and I'm very glad to know that my instruction content and teaching style are resonating with you!!
Thanks so much for sharing your ball striking improvement and keep up the great work!!
Tom
PS: By the way, since my channel's content is performing well for you, I think you will also benefit from my FREE mini course - “The Top 3 Things You Need to Be a Great Ball Striker” - where you can learn some key aspects of the swing system I teach in a more structured manner. Here's a link in case you’re interested in checking it out: go.saguto.golf/
Awesome content, demonstrating, and attitude! ❤⛳️✌🏻
I sincerely appreciate your kind words, and I'm very glad to know that my instruction content and teaching style are resonating with you!!
Thanks so much for your message and support!!
Tom
PS: By the way, since my channel's content is connecting well with you, I think you will also like my FREE mini course - “The Top 3 Things You Need to Be a Great Ball Striker” - where you can learn some key aspects of the swing system I teach in a more structured manner. Here's a link in case you’re interested in checking it out: go.saguto.golf/
Going to practice this😊 Thanks Tom😊
Sounds good, Sheila - I hope it performs well for you!
Tom
Great videos Tom! Thanks very much!!
My pleasure! I'm very glad to know that my instruction content and teaching style are resonating with you!!
Tom
PS: By the way, since you are liking my channel's content, I think you will also enjoy my FREE mini course - “The Top 3 Things You Need to Be a Great Ball Striker” - where you can learn some key aspects of the swing system I teach in a more structured manner. Here's a link in case you’re interested in checking it out: go.saguto.golf/
I striped one on this day and I’m a Saguto golfer and lightning it up and having more fun. This guy is like the one teacher in high school or college that everyone wants to sign up for their class because it’s fun and easy to understand them.
Awesome!! Thanks for sharing your striping success!! 💪💪
I sincerely appreciate your kind words, and I'm very glad to know that my instruction content and my "lesson and a show" teaching style are resonating with you!!
Tom
PS: By the way, have you checked out my FREE mini-course “The Top 3 Things You Need to Be a Great Ball Striker” lately? That's where you can learn some key aspects of this swing system in a more structured manner, and I've recently updated it with some more of my favorite drills. Here's the link: go.saguto.golf/
Tom, I hope you know how much we all love you and your vids.
Thanks for that! I sincerely appreciate your kind words and support, I'm very glad to know that my instruction content and teaching style are resonating with you!!
Tom
PS: By the way, since you are liking my channel's content, I think you will also enjoy my FREE mini course - “The Top 3 Things You Need to Be a Great Ball Striker” - where you can learn some key aspects of the swing system I teach in a more structured manner. Here's a link in case you’re interested in checking it out: go.saguto.golf/
its been an eye opener taking in your lessons tom, the guy i played
18 with today said the nicest thing "i wish i could hit a ball like THAT"
so thanks to Mr saguto,😌👍
That's awesome! Being the recipient of those compliments feels fabulous, right? 💪💪
Keep up the outstanding work!!
Tom
Hey Tom, Kept it crispy today thanks to your videos and shaved 10 strokes from my last round on Labor Day. Thanks again!!
That's fantastic, Kevin!! 💪💪
I'm thrilled to learn of your KFCrispy success out there, and I'm glad to know that my instruction is resonating with you.
Thanks for sharing and keep up the great work!!
Tom
PS: By the way, since my channel's content is performing well for you, I think you will also benefit from my FREE mini course - “The Top 3 Things You Need to Be a Great Ball Striker” - where you can learn some key aspects of the swing system I teach in a more structured manner. Here's a link in case you’re interested in checking it out: go.saguto.golf/
Thank u Tom 🙏❤️ U can teach golf like no one else! Humour, great tips and in-depth knowledge about the game. U da man! 👍🙏❤️
I sincerely appreciate your kind words, Barry, and I'm very glad to know that my instruction content and teaching style are resonating with you!!
Thanks for your message and support!
Tom
PS: By the way, since my channel's content is connecting well with you, I think you will also like my FREE mini course - “The Top 3 Things You Need to Be a Great Ball Striker” - where you can learn some key aspects of the swing system I teach in a more structured manner. Here's a link in case you’re interested in checking it out: go.saguto.golf/
I hit 20+ straight crispy kfc at the driving range yesterday using 8-iron & my friend was like “WTF how did you do that?” I answered I’m a Saguto golfer! Thank you Tom for all the lessons, you’re the best golf instructor in the world! 😊
That's outstanding, Eric!! 💪💪
I sincerely appreciate your kind words and support, and I'm very glad to know that my instruction is resonating with you; excellent job incorporating it into your swing!!
Thanks so much for sharing your improvement, keep up the great work, and hopefully your stripe show motivated your friend to come over to "the dark side" 😎!!
Tom
PS: By the way, have you checked out my FREE mini-course “The Top 3 Things You Need to Be a Great Ball Striker” lately? That's where you can learn some key aspects of this swing system in a more structured manner, and I've recently updated it with some more of my favorite drills. Here's the link: go.saguto.golf/ This would also be a good starting point for your envious buddy...
Played 3 rounds last month same course, par 71 course.
Shot a 91, then found Sensei Saguto. Shot 82, then 79. Putter game sucks but those crispy chicken mashed potato puree shots.... mmmm tasty.
Sensei Saguto knows his stuff. Highly recommend 👌
That's OUTSTANDING!! 💪💪
I'm very glad to know that my instruction is resonating with you; excellent job incorporating it into your swing and putting it into play!!
Thanks so much for sharing your dramatic improvement, keep up the great work, and spend some time on that practice green 😎!!
Tom
PS: By the way, since my channel's content is performing well for you, I think you will also benefit from my FREE mini course - “The Top 3 Things You Need to Be a Great Ball Striker” - where you can learn some key aspects of the swing system I teach in a more structured manner. Here's a link in case you’re interested in checking it out: go.saguto.golf/
Excellent video Tom on placing your focus point in front of the ball! I have started doing this, but not quite as far as you recommend. My focus is just in front of the ball. It does have an affect on "Krispy" ball contact. I'm going to use your "target" and "ball toss" analogy to accentuate the strike. Always learning from you Tom! Keep up the good work!
Thanks John - I hope that added focus performs well for you!!
Tom
Great video Tom. I still think that your video about 1 year ago where you just move your lead shoulder down on the backswing and your trail shoulder down and under on the downswing was so helpful because you can just take it to the golf course. It allows your hips to move naturally. Together with weight on the lead side these two swing changes really transformed my game - after a bit of practice. Thanks so much!
That's fantastic, David! I'm very glad to know that my instruction is resonating with you; excellent job incorporating it into your swing and putting it into play!!
Thanks so much for sharing your improvement and keep up the great work!! 💪💪
Tom
PS: By the way, since my channel's content is performing well for you, I think you will also benefit from my FREE mini course - “The Top 3 Things You Need to Be a Great Ball Striker” - where you can learn some key aspects of the swing system I teach in a more structured manner. Here's a link in case you’re interested in checking it out: go.saguto.golf/
Love you stuff Tom!
Thanks Roy - I appreciate your message, and I'm very glad to know that my instruction content and teaching style are resonating with you!!
Tom
PS: By the way, since my channel's content is connecting well with you, I think you will also like my FREE mini course - “The Top 3 Things You Need to Be a Great Ball Striker” - where you can learn some key aspects of the swing system I teach in a more structured manner. Here's a link in case you’re interested in checking it out: go.saguto.golf/
Tom, and Saguto golfers, a bit of feedback. This drill is PFM--Pure Fantastic Magic. I'm 60+ and a beginner. I'm trying to put together all the arm, shoulder, leg, hip and hairline moves to get a ball to go straight. In ONE session--the first ball and all thereafter went swoosh-pop! I did nothing more than focus ahead of the ball and throw my trail arm at that target. PFM. Thank you, Tom!
That's PFA - Pure Fantastic Awesomeness!!! 💪💪
I'm very glad to know that this lesson resonated with you; excellent job incorporating it into your swing!! Thanks so much for sharing your improvement and keep up crispy "swish-pops"!!
Tom
PS: By the way, since my channel's content is connecting well with you, I think you will also like my FREE mini course - “The Top 3 Things You Need to Be a Great Ball Striker” - where you can learn some key aspects of the swing system I teach in a more structured manner. Here's a link in case you’re interested in checking it out: go.saguto.golf/
These insights you have, will literally transform the game of so many struggling golfers. Thanks again Tom.
I appreciate that, Steve! Thanks so much for your ongoing support and keep up the fantastic work!!
Tom
Just hit a bucket. Was dialed in with the pitching wedge thanks to your tips! I like how you keep it to plain geometry and physics! We make it so much more difficult.
I sincerely appreciate your kind words, and I'm very glad to know that my lesson content and teaching style are resonating with you and providing clarity in the muddied, overly complicated, oft-conflicting realm of golf instruction. The way I see it, we can either simply put the already existing natural laws to work and thereby build a powerful, body-friendly, repeatable, low-maintenance motion, or we can twist, morph, torque, contrive, and otherwise mess with the principles of physics and geometry in an effort to better suit some ill-conceived whims, all the while recognizing that at the point of impact those pre-existing laws are going to be the only things that matter to the ball!
Thanks for your message and for sharing your ball striking improvement, and keep up the great work!
Tom
PS: By the way, since my channel's content is connecting well with you, I think you will also like my FREE mini course - “The Top 3 Things You Need to Be a Great Ball Striker” - where you can learn some key aspects of the swing system I teach in a more structured manner. Here's a link in case you’re interested in checking it out: go.saguto.golf/
I went out Tuesday and started working on your technique, and I hit the center of the club face more times than I have in a long time! I am going to keep working on this technique. I will be 69 years old in about 8 weeks, and this is the easiest way to hit the ball in the center of the club face that I have tried. I know what you mean by wanting to keep on hitting golf balls, the only problem is I could go broke buying golf balls at the range!
That's awesome!! 💪💪
I'm very glad to know that my instruction content for this fantastic swing system and my teaching style are resonating with you!! Thanks so much for sharing your ball striking improvement and keep up the great work!!
Tom
PS: By the way, since my channel's content is performing well for you, I think you will also benefit from my FREE mini course - “The Top 3 Things You Need to Be a Great Ball Striker” - where you can learn some key aspects of the swing system I teach in a more structured manner. Here's a link in case you’re interested in checking it out: go.saguto.golf/
Love it Tom!
Thanks! I'm very glad to know that this lesson resonated with you, and I hope it performs well when you put it into practice!
Tom
PS: By the way, since you are liking my channel's content, I think you will also enjoy my FREE mini course - “The Top 3 Things You Need to Be a Great Ball Striker” - where you can learn some key aspects of the swing system I teach in a more structured manner. Here's a link in case you’re interested in checking it out: go.saguto.golf/
Haha your videos are pure gold! Getting better and more entertaining with each video!
Thanks Derek - I'm glad to know that you're enjoying my "lesson and a show" instruction style!! 😎
Tom
You and your videos have done more for my swing and game than you will ever know!! I love playing again and even dream about it now! Thank you soooo much!
That's fantastic!! I'm so glad to know that my instruction is resonating with you; excellent job incorporating it into your swing and putting it into play!!
Thanks so much for sharing your improvement and - more importantly - your rekindled enjoyment - and keep up the great work!!
Tom
PS: By the way, since my channel's content is performing well for you, I think you will also benefit from my FREE mini course - “The Top 3 Things You Need to Be a Great Ball Striker” - where you can learn some key aspects of the swing system I teach in a more structured manner. Here's a link in case you’re interested in checking it out: go.saguto.golf/
I've been playing for only 1year. For 11months (& 10lessons) I struggled with moving forward and rotation... I was all arms and floppy wrists. I found SagutoGolf about 4weeks ago and what difference. Yes I still have 1 or 2 fat shots when I'm not concentrating, but it has made such a difference to my game in a short period of time. Great videos, please keep them going.
That's awesome, Guy!! 💪💪
I sincerely appreciate your kind words, and I'm very glad to know that my lesson content and teaching style are resonating with you and providing clarity in the muddied, overly complicated, oft-conflicting realm of golf instruction. Excellent job incorporating my instruction into your swing and putting it into play!!
Thanks so much for sharing your dramatic improvement and keep up the great work!!
Tom
PS: By the way, since my channel's content is performing well for you, I think you will also benefit from my FREE mini course - “The Top 3 Things You Need to Be a Great Ball Striker” - where you can learn some key aspects of the swing system I teach in a more structured manner. Here's a link in case you’re interested in checking it out: go.saguto.golf/
Great lesson! Been killing it! Thank you
Outstanding!! 💪💪
I'm very glad to know that this lesson resonated with you; excellent job incorporating it into your swing and putting it into play!! Thanks so much for sharing your improvement and keep up the great work!!
Tom
PS: By the way, since my channel's content is connecting well with you, I'm quite certain you will also like my FREE mini course - “The Top 3 Things You Need to Be a Great Ball Striker” - where you can learn some key aspects of the swing system I teach in a more structured manner. Here's a link in case you’re interested in checking it out: go.saguto.golf/
@@SagutoGolf Been watching your videos for a couple years now. Just getting to put it to good use this year. Kids, work, life…
Really helpful on the weight more forward. Tilt and stack, and having a relationship with the ball!! Starting to hit some crispy KFC! Thanks Tom. Really appreciate it.
Hey Tom, been watching your videos for a bit now since I just got into golf. Had some trouble learning how to shift my weight, but I paired up your trail arm extension drill (like I’m throwing a ball at the ground) with Clay Ballard’s step into the downswing drill just a bit ago and man my shots are so crispy. Keep up the great tips Tom👍🏻
Hi Emmett,
I'm very glad to know that my instruction content and teaching style are resonating with you!!
Here's something to ponder, though. The need for a weight shift in the golf swing is one of the greatest fallacies ever taught, and it has led many an amateur golfer into the vast abyss of chronic inconsistency and frustration. The system I teach certainly allows for some transfer of pressure into the trail side during the takeaway. After all, we are moving the mass of the arms and club backwards during that initial stage of the swing. Some like to sense the dynamic pressure shifts; others prefer the feel of a gradual increasing of weight load into the lead leg from the start. However, in either scenario the key here is that we do not allow our mass - and thereby our swing center and low point - to drift back at any point. In the swing system I teach we start with our weight forward (generally 55/45 for the short and mid irons, 60/40 for the longer clubs), gradually add more forward weight load into the transition (70/30), 80/20 halfway down, 90/10 impact, and 95/5 finish. There's no "weight shift"; instead, it's just a gradually increasing load onto the lead side. And the result is a centered, low-maintenance, body-friendly, consistent, and tremendously powerful swing.
By the way, with regard to watching different videos from multiple sources, please be careful in navigating the muddied, overly-complicated, oft-conflicting realm of golf instruction. That is not a dig against any other teachers out there. It's simply best to commit to a system - whether it be what I teach or another method - put your blinders on, and stick to it. And if this system appeals to you, then here is a link to my FREE mini course “The Top 3 Things You Need to Be a Great Ball Striker” where you can learn some key aspects of it in a more structured manner before fully committing to it: go.saguto.golf/
Thanks for your message and keep up the great work!
Tom
Great drill video tips
Thanks again, Lenard!
I’m glad to see you using the straight stick. My son and I have gained much benefit from the training tool. I actually hesitated to buy it because I haven’t seen you use one before. It made sense to me so I bought it anyway. I will admit, the purchasing process of the straight stick feels like an infomercial with lots of up-sell bologna. Have no fear, you can get through it and the club was delivered with the quickness.
I just wasn't able to get to it until recently, Jason, as I was heavily involved with major upgrades to my online school platform. Anyway, I'm glad to know that you and your son are benefiting from the Straight Stick and I appreciate you sharing that!
Tom
I was out on my local, 9-hole muni today and had a goodly number of pure shots. Now, it's created a new problem -- some were so pure that a par three drive....went over the green! Gotta club down! It's a lot more enjoyable problem and has a straight forward remedy.
Oops - my apologies; I should have issued a warning about that..... 😆😆
That's fantastic! I sincerely appreciate your kind words, and I'm very glad to know that my instruction content and teaching style are resonating with you!!
Thanks so much for sharing your ball striking improvement and keep up the great work!! 💪💪
Tom
PS: By the way, since my channel's content is performing well for you, I think you will also benefit from my FREE mini course - “The Top 3 Things You Need to Be a Great Ball Striker” - where you can learn some key aspects of the swing system I teach in a more structured manner. Here's a link in case you’re interested in checking it out: go.saguto.golf/
HI tom. Spent the last 6 weeks practicing all your stack / tilt techniques in the garden with foam golf balls. Finally took it to the course on sunday and finished with a 94. I'm off 28 so thats 4 under par for me. Ball striking was great for someone of my level. No fat / thin shots whatsoever. I was even hitting my 5 iron about 145 ( which is great for me.) and super straight. Short irons / wedges were very impressive... and i found that tucking the right arm right in really worked. Strugled a bit with driver to be honest though, but did it 1 210 yards......am i right in thinking that the swing is the same and right arm should be also tucked in.
That's fabulous, Scotty - well done!! 💪💪 I'm very glad to know that my instruction is resonating with you; excellent job incorporating it into your swing and putting it into play!!
Yes - you are correct in that it is essentially the same swing with every club; just some minor setup differences and naturally occurring shaft plane changes as we graduate up in club length from short irons to woods. To demonstrate, you'll find towards the end of this episode some practice range footage of me hitting a 7 iron, 3 wood, and driver: ua-cam.com/video/o0xscMyN3v8/v-deo.html Beyond that, if you search the word "drive" on this channel you'll see some related content.
Thanks so much for sharing your improvement and keep up the great work!!
Tom
PS: By the way, since my channel's content is performing well for you, I think you will also benefit from my FREE mini course - “The Top 3 Things You Need to Be a Great Ball Striker” - where you can learn some key aspects of the swing system I teach in a more structured manner. Here's a link in case you’re interested in checking it out: go.saguto.golf/
Yes, folks it works! Played golf today with crispy contact for the entire round!
Awesome!! 💪💪
I'm very glad to know that this lesson resonated with you; excellent job incorporating it into your swing and putting it into play!! Thanks so much for sharing your improvement and keep it KFCrispy out there!!
Tom
PS: By the way, since my channel's content is performing well for you, I think you will also benefit from my FREE mini course - “The Top 3 Things You Need to Be a Great Ball Striker” - where you can learn some key aspects of the swing system I teach in a more structured manner. Here's a link in case you’re interested in checking it out: go.saguto.golf/
Big fan in Denmark🇩🇰 keep up the good stuff 👏🏼👏🏼
Thanks! I'm very glad to know that my instruction content and teaching style are resonating with you!!
Tom
PS: By the way, since you are liking my channel's content, I think you will also enjoy my FREE mini course - “The Top 3 Things You Need to Be a Great Ball Striker” - where you can learn some key aspects of the swing system I teach in a more structured manner. Here's a link in case you’re interested in checking it out: go.saguto.golf/
Headed to Pinehurst next week. A great tip to take with me.
I'm very glad to know that this lesson resonated with you, Pete, and I hope it performs well when you put it into play!
Have a great time at Pinehurst!!
Tom
Enjoyed that one Tom. I hit two crispy shots with a 2 hybrid off the ground into my net in back yard they sounded and felt good 😊
Nice job, David - I'm very glad to know that this lesson resonated with you!!
Keep up the great work!!
Tom
PS: By the way, since my channel's content is connecting well with you, I think you will also like my FREE mini course - “The Top 3 Things You Need to Be a Great Ball Striker” - where you can learn some key aspects of the swing system I teach in a more structured manner. Here's a link in case you’re interested in checking it out: go.saguto.golf/
Another entertaining and constructive video. Thank you.
Thanks - I'm very glad to know that you enjoyed this episode, and i appreciate your ongoing support!!
Tom
great tip thankyou
My pleasure! I'm very glad to know that this lesson resonated with you, and I hope it performs well when you put it into practice!
Tom
PS: By the way, since my channel's content is connecting well with you, I think you will also like my FREE mini course - “The Top 3 Things You Need to Be a Great Ball Striker” - where you can learn some key aspects of the swing system I teach in a more structured manner. Here's a link in case you’re interested in checking it out: go.saguto.golf/
Actually this video has helped me a lot with with my short irons because for some reason the longer the iron the better are my shots. What I’m saying is that it’s much easier for me to hit the center of the green with a 5 iron at 170 yards than it it is at 110 yards with a pitching wedge. Because I pull 80% of these short shots and the ball goes 30 to 40 degrees left. Subsequently on a short par four I’ll never use my driver because I want to be sure that the ball will not land below a distance of 150 yards. Which surprise a lot my golf pals because the driver is my favorite weapon in the bag, very accurate, straight and with an average distance of 233 yards (according to my garmin watch). Anyway thank you very much for this video, I now have a drill to work my short irons.
I'm very glad to know that this lesson resonated with you, and I hope it performs well when you put it into practice!
By the way, with regard to your short iron woes, also consider checking your ball position as it may be too far forward. In general once my students and members show some level of proficiency with the swing I suggest that they migrate to a stock ball position that is in the middle of the stance for short irons, two balls inside the lead heel for middle irons, and creeping more forward for the longer clubs - the farthest forward being even with the inside of the lead heel for the driver (with the stance width increasing as we move from shorter to longer clubs). From there they can make incremental tweaks to see how different positions affect impact quality and shot shape.
Also, since you are liking my channel's content, I think you will also enjoy my FREE mini course - “The Top 3 Things You Need to Be a Great Ball Striker” - where you can learn some key aspects of the swing system I teach in a more structured manner. Here's a link in case you’re interested in checking it out: go.saguto.golf/
Thanks for your message and keep up the great work!
Tom
@@SagutoGolf thanks for your answer. I have already watched your ´the top 3 things…´ video.
And yes tomorrow I’m going to try to your recommendation for my short irons.
Good stuff!! Right elbow passing the Right hip with the some nice external shoulder rotation.
Thanks!! And a very astute observation by the way!! Here is a recent lesson specific to the topic of the trail arm/elbow: ua-cam.com/video/GQI6SoL1AUg/v-deo.html
And here's a link to my FREE mini-course “The Top 3 Things You Need to Be a Great Ball Striker” in case you’re interested in learning some key aspects of the swing system I teach in a more structured manner: go.saguto.golf/
Tom
@SagutoGolf Thank you. Love your content. I enjoy your videos and lessons. I do a lot of content out of @swinglabsim and @kellylott846. Working on my swing flaws daily.
As always, all across the Atlantic - great instruction spiced with marvellous humor 😂 - I thank you!
Thanks! I'm glad to know that you're enjoying my "lesson and a show" instruction style!! 😎
Tom
PS: By the way, since you are liking my channel's content, I think you will also enjoy my FREE mini course - “The Top 3 Things You Need to Be a Great Ball Striker” - where you can learn some key aspects of the swing system I teach in a more structured manner. Here's a link in case you’re interested in checking it out: go.saguto.golf/
Great video Tom! Could you also provide a down the line look so we can see how far out you are swinging to your target ball? It will also allow us to see your ball flight. I tried this drill over the weekend and it works in all facets for crispy contact (great for chipping too).
I'm glad you enjoyed it!
I do provide various view perspectives when convenient for me to do so. In fact, you'll see a variety of angles in some of my recent episodes, with even more to come in the near future.
I'm very glad to know that this lesson resonated with you; excellent job incorporating it into your swing and chipping stroke!! Thanks so much for sharing your improvement and keep up the great work!!
Tom
PS: By the way, since my channel's content is connecting well with you, I think you will also like my FREE mini course - “The Top 3 Things You Need to Be a Great Ball Striker” - where you can learn some key aspects of the swing system I teach in a more structured manner. Here's a link in case you’re interested in checking it out: go.saguto.golf/
Thanks Tom!! I always appreciate your excellent, eviscerating golf tips!! You are definitely the best!! Have a crispy day!! I striped one on this day. I’m a Suguro golfer!! 🤡👍🏻
Awesome job, Matthew - I will add you to the striping list!! 💪💪
Thanks for your kind words and support, and thanks for using eviscerating in a sentence!! 😎
Tom
PS: By the way, since my channel's content is performing well for you, I think you will also benefit from my FREE mini course - “The Top 3 Things You Need to Be a Great Ball Striker” - where you can learn some key aspects of the swing system I teach in a more structured manner. Here's a link in case you’re interested in checking it out: go.saguto.golf/
THIS IS IT. Just spend 2 hours on range- dead nuts straight and compressed. This is the “feel” I needed. I either have a great day and naturally do this or have a terrible day and can’t understand why. Great stuff. Thank you!!!!
Awesome!! I'm so glad to know that this lesson clicked with you; excellent job incorporating it into your swing and putting it into play!! Thanks so much for sharing your improvement and keep up the great work!! 💪💪
Tom
PS: By the way, since my channel's content is performing well for you, I think you will also benefit from my FREE mini course - “The Top 3 Things You Need to Be a Great Ball Striker” - where you can learn some key aspects of the swing system I teach in a more structured manner. Here's a link in case you’re interested in checking it out: go.saguto.golf/
Tnx Tom!!😊
Always a pleasure, Jincy!!
Just shot a crispy 3 over par 74 this weekend after practicing your swing techniques for a few weeks. I did notice some of my old sway...flip...habits creeping back in the last few holes.... Not bad for my first round of the year...
"Not bad", Eric??? I'd say that's rather fabulous!! 💪💪
Yes - those ghosts of swing past can be stubborn critters, but it seems as though you did a spectacular job of keeping them mostly at bay.
Thanks for sharing your KFCrispy ball striking and keep up the great work!!
Tom
Tom....not only are the peaches the best in south carolina BUT your swing tips are the sweetest !!.........
I appreciate that, Barry - and yes - we do grow the best peaches here in SC!! (Apologies to an unmentioned neighboring state who stole the name from us....😎)
Thanks - I'm very glad to know that my instruction content and teaching style are resonating with you!!
Tom
PS: By the way, since my channel's content is connecting well with you, I think you will also like my FREE mini course - “The Top 3 Things You Need to Be a Great Ball Striker” - where you can learn some key aspects of the swing system I teach in a more structured manner. Here's a link in case you’re interested in checking it out: go.saguto.golf/
It was good to meet you at WorldAm👍
Thanks! I'm glad we had the opportunity to meet, and I hope to see you there at the World's Largest 19th Hole again next year!!
Tom
Tom, love your quipped teaching style. As a matter of fact, you’re not flippy, you’re quippy!
Where are you in SC if l want a personal lesson? Thanks
LOL! I'm glad to know that you're enjoying my "lesson and a show" instruction style!!
I appreciate your interest! I'm based in the Grand Strand area, but I had phased out in-person lessons awhile back so I could dedicate more time to my online school. At this point I'm not sure if I will resume them, but you can feel free to check back periodically see if I've reconsidered. I do, however, offer virtual private instruction and coaching as they are instrumental to the progress of my school's members. These are highly effective - as much or perhaps even more so than in-person based on the results and dramatic improvement my students are experiencing - and they can be done for any member from anywhere around the globe. You may learn more about these options here: saguto.golf/lessons
As for the online school, thousands of men and women from across the globe spanning all age ranges and talent levels are now enjoying the best golf of their lives as a result, and I'm happy to let their unsolicited testimonials tell the story: saguto.golf/p/sagutogolfreviews For a good starting point, here is a link to my FREE mini course “The Top 3 Things You Need to Be a Great Ball Striker” where you can learn some key aspects of the swing system I teach in a more structured manner: go.saguto.golf/
Thanks again!
Tom
Being a former baseball player who threw side-armed, this is a sensation I can really relate to. Hit em crispy at the range today...great video.
Nice job incorporating that pitching "feel" into your golf swing. I'm very glad to know that this lesson helped you find a new use for that old submarine delivery of yours!!
Keep it KFCrispy!!
Tom
PS: By the way, since my channel's content is connecting well with you, I think you will also like my FREE mini course - “The Top 3 Things You Need to Be a Great Ball Striker” - where you can learn some key aspects of the swing system I teach in a more structured manner. Here's a link in case you’re interested in checking it out: go.saguto.golf/
Thanks Tom for this Excellent video. During my practice i found following problem. Need your advice for these. 1. Sometimes i found the size of divot is larger which causes reduce distance.
2. Sometimes it was too much hook. Thanks again for better golf.
I'm very glad to know that my instruction is resonating with you!
While there are certainly videos on my channel that address your issues, a better option for you would be my FREE mini course “The Top 3 Things You Need to Be a Great Ball Striker”: go.saguto.golf/ It's a great way to gain a fundamental understanding of this system as well as an introduction to the instruction style that has thousands of men and women from across the globe - including many seasoned, low-handicap, competitive players and spanning all age ranges from junior to super-senior - enjoying the best golf of their lives: saguto.golf/p/sagutogolfreviews
Thanks for your message and for sharing your improvement, and keep up the great work!! 💪💪
Tom
Well done :)
Thanks - I'm glad you enjoyed it!!
Tom
Tom i love your videos you've helped me immensely. I noticed when you set up for a shot it looks like your club face is a little opened is that the case or is it my imagination. Love your lessons!
I'm very glad to know that my instruction content and teaching style are resonating with you!
The face is open a degree or two to the target line at address. Consider that the zero-point of the swing is even with the lead shoulder. The face would be square to the target there, but since the ball position is behind that spot, without any contrived manipulations this causes the face to be ever so slightly open to the target line. This relationship - face open to the target and closed to the in-to-out downswing path - is how we achieve the stock push-draw ball flight of this swing system.
I hope that helps!
Tom
PS: Would you like to learn some key aspects of the swing I teach in a more structured manner? If so, then here is a link to my FREE mini course “The Top 3 Things You Need to Be a Great Ball Striker”: go.saguto.golf/ It's a great way to gain a fundamental understanding of this system and an introduction to the instruction style that has thousands of men and women from across the globe - including many seasoned, low-handicap, competitive players and spanning all age ranges from junior to super-senior - enjoying the best golf of their lives ( saguto.golf/p/sagutogolfreviews )
Another simple drill. Thanks, Tim, I’ll let you know how it goes.
My pleasure! I'm very glad to know that this lesson resonated with you, and I hope it performs well when you put it into practice!
Tom
PS: By the way, since my channel's content is connecting well with you, I think you will also like my FREE mini course - “The Top 3 Things You Need to Be a Great Ball Striker” - where you can learn some key aspects of the swing system I teach in a more structured manner. Here's a link in case you’re interested in checking it out: go.saguto.golf/
Oops, Tom, that was a typo, Tim.
I am a Saguto Golfer and I love your mindset on golf. Keep it simple stupid. KISS.
I appreciate that, and I'm very glad to know that my instruction content for this fantastic swing system and my teaching style are resonating with you!!
Thanks for your message and support!
Tom
Tom, can you do a video hitting wedges to hybrids. Ball placement etc.
It's is essentially the same swing with every club; just some minor setup differences and naturally occurring shaft plane changes as we graduate up in club length from short irons to woods. To demonstrate, you'll find towards the end of this episode some practice range footage of me hitting a 7 iron, 3 wood, and driver: ua-cam.com/video/o0xscMyN3v8/v-deo.html
And while this system affords you some leeway, in general once my students and members show some level of proficiency with the swing I suggest that they migrate to a stock ball position that is in the middle of the stance for short irons, two balls inside the lead heel for middle irons, and creeping more forward for the longer clubs - the farthest forward being even with the inside of the lead heel for the driver (with the stance width increasing as we move from shorter to longer clubs). From there they can make incremental tweaks to see how different positions affect impact quality and shot shape.
TS
You make it look too easy. Your thoughts on the swing are great! Thanks.
I sincerely appreciate your kind words, Ben, and I'm very glad to know that my instruction content and teaching style are resonating with you!!
Golf is indeed a very difficult sport. But if we can simplify the swing so as not to rely on timing and/or exceptional hand-eye coordination, then we can achieve consistently great results without having to continuously work so hard. So we put in the time and effort on the front end to build the swing, and then we can enjoy low maintenance, powerful, predictable, body-friendly ball striking bliss for the rest of our lives!
For a good starting point, here is a link to my FREE mini course “The Top 3 Things You Need to Be a Great Ball Striker” where you can learn some key aspects of the swing system I teach in a more structured manner: go.saguto.golf/
Thanks again for your message and have fun out there!
Tom
Good drill, Im gonna give this a shot! Is it the same for driver but behind the ball?
I'm very glad to know that this lesson resonated with you, and I hope it performs well when you put it into practice!
Yes - this also applies to the driver. In fact, it is essentially the same swing with every club; just some minor setup differences and naturally occurring shaft plane changes as we graduate up in club length from short irons to woods. To demonstrate, you'll find towards the end of this episode some practice range footage of me hitting a 7 iron, 3 wood, and driver: ua-cam.com/video/o0xscMyN3v8/v-deo.html Beyond that, if you search the word "drive" on this channel you'll see some related content.
I am aware that many folks out there believe - and some even teach - that we must try to "hit up on the ball" with the driver. However, consider that in our stock setup with the driver the hands are even with the inside of the lead thigh (as they are with all clubs when playing a standard shot) and our ball position is even with the inside of the heel of the lead foot. This presets a very slight degree of forward shaft lean with the driver. Beyond that, the ball is behind the zero-point of the swing (which is even with the lead shoulder), meaning that without any contrived manipulations the club will still be on its descent - albeit very close to flat - at impact.
So, perhaps with the exception of folks with slower swing speeds - or those Long Drive participants teeing it extra high and hitting maybe 1-2 balls out of 10 onto a 60-yard wide "fairway" - in general the path is still ever so slightly down. In fact, the PGA Tour average with the driver is actually minus (e.g.: downward) 1.5 degrees - nearly level - and it should feel level - but slightly down nonetheless. (Here is an article on Ping’s website addressing this topic - ping.com/en-us/blogs/proving-grounds/optimal-launch-and-spin#:~:text=According%20to%20Trackman%2C%20PGA%20Tour,85%25%20ball%2Dflight%20laws )
For these reasons I do not advocate trying to hit up on the ball, and efforts to do so due to erroneous advice has caused many an amateur significant issues with their driver.
Upon learning this swing properly you will be harnessing the tremendous power source known as "angular momentum". This is the reason my students and online school members of all age ranges end up bombing it farther than they ever had previously, and I'm happy to let their unsolicited testimonials tell the story: saguto.golf/p/sagutogolfreviews. And here's a link to my FREE mini course “The Top 3 Things You Need to Be a Great Ball Striker” if you’re interested in checking it out: go.saguto.golf/
Tom
1. Accepted the challenge
2. Made a peach pie
3. Focused on trail arm mechanics
4. Striped multiple shots
5. Enjoyed golf again!
Thanks, Tom. It feels great to be a successful Seguto golfer
Nice Matthew - you just ran the table!! 💪💪
I'll be stopping by for some peach pie. What time is dessert?.....😎
Keep up the great work!!
Tom
PS: By the way, have you checked out my FREE mini-course “The Top 3 Things You Need to Be a Great Ball Striker” lately? That's where you can learn some key aspects of this swing system in a more structured manner, and I've recently updated it with some more of my favorite drills. Here's the link: go.saguto.golf/
Hi Tom your tips are the great. Keep up the good work. Now to the nitty gritty. I hit the ball good most of the time right down the middle of fairway. With a slight draw. Driver boom, irons nice and flush. Your connection video helped me big time. I'm only hitting my driver around 190 to two hundred if I come out of my shoes.lol what do I need to do to get more distance. I'm 63 years old and in pretty good shape. My swing speed on track man is 92 mph. At my age am I at the max or do you have a video to speed me up. Thanks Tom you're the best.
I'm glad to know learn of your progress, Richard - nice job!!
Typically, once this swing is running properly on autopilot golfers experience significant increases in length. If you are relatively early in the process, then you are likely still ingraining your "feels" and thinking mechanical thoughts. When you develop sufficient confidence in the motion that you are comfortable "giving up control", you'll be able to just trust it and let it fly. At that point you'll have made that giant leap from playing "golf swing" to playing target-focused golf, and by then you should be seeing your yardages increase through the bag.
By the way, you may be interested to know that a significant percentage of my online school members are in their 60's, 70's, and 80's - i.e.: a smorgasbord of chronic ailments, physical limitations, back/shoulder/knee/hip pain, arthritis, and joint replacements - and they are overwhelmingly elated to experience the dramatic pain-free game improvement, seemingly effortless power, and resulting enjoyment that this swing affords them. _It all begins with a proper setup which provides for a free-flowing motion._ Upon that good foundation a repeatable swing which produces consistently crispy impact can be built.
Have you looked into the comprehensive, sequential learning platform of the online school yet? That's where - among many other courses and lessons covering various aspects of the game - you will find very detailed instruction and drills that take you through the entire swing step-by-step from setup to finish. Thousands of men and women from across the globe - including many seasoned, low-handicap, competitive players and spanning all age ranges from junior to super-senior - are now enjoying the best golf of their lives as a result, and I'm happy to let their unsolicited testimonials tell the story: saguto.golf/p/sagutogolfreviews. And if you'd like to first "dip a toe in the water" prior to diving into the school, then here is a link to my FREE mini course “The Top 3 Things You Need to Be a Great Ball Striker”: go.saguto.golf/ That is where you can learn some key aspects of the swing system I teach in a more structured manner.
You don't need the flexibility of a Romanian gymnast - or even of this far less pliable golf instructor - to execute this swing, experience great ball striking, and reclaim - or even exceed - yardages from years past. I hope you'll give the school some thought.
Keep up the great work!!
Tom
Tom have a question for you. I have been working for a while on the Stack and Tilt swing and am also a member of your site. I have worked hard to work the draw just to realize I would rather hit a little cut most of the time when on course I see straight shots/slight fades. What I have been doing is set up a little more square play the ball a touch more forward and not as much shaft lean in my set up. It seems to work well. Any other suggestions to work this I just want to eliminate hitting to the left.
Also I've striped it and I am a Saguto golfer.
Actually, what you are doing - forward ball position and hands slightly back - are stock setup features for hitting a pull-fade in the S&T system. Keep experimenting with variations of those to see how they translate to your ball flight. And if you really want to be bold, you can even play around with a stronger grip - along with the forward ball position and hands back - to further accentuate curvature. Now you're really getting into the fun stuff!!
By the way, questions like this are best suited for the Members Community in the online school. There's some fantastic dialog and engagement taking place there, and I really think you'll enjoy it.
Keep up the fantastic work!
Tom
Killen it man , you da man..... man
Tom, you are great, I love the way you instruct and your simple swing!! I watch all of your videos. The one thing I struggle with and I'm sure I can speak for a lot of golfers is the following:
Do you consciously set your wrists during the backswing or do you allow the momentum of the club to do it?
I remember in an older video you saying "wristy business is risky business". I have tried both ways and while it feels more natural to let the momentum of the club set my wrists I am more consistent when I set my wrists early and just turn. Maybe you can do a video talking about these two different methods of setting the wrists and which one you prefer.
And thank you for the GREAT content!!
I sincerely appreciate your kind words, and I'm very glad to know that my instruction content and teaching style are resonating with you!!
Nice memory on that "wristy/risky business" episode!! You are absolutely spot on with your comment. If we pre-establish the connections properly in the setup and have a foundational base that facilitates a full centered turn without restriction, then once we've ingrained the correct actions through sequential drilling and repetition we can entrust the motion to the big muscles and allow the arms, wrists, hands, and club to simply go along for the ride and respond accordingly as if on autopilot. The power accumulators - including the proper wrist action - will then naturally load and fire with no contrived manipulations or precise timing necessary, thereby returning the face to the position pre-established at address. It's called "giving up control to gain control", and it's the formula for consistently blissful ball striking and seemingly effortless power. Here are a few lessons on this topic:
- ua-cam.com/video/1FLm67Fn81M/v-deo.html
- ua-cam.com/video/RfH96tUn6ls/v-deo.html
- ua-cam.com/video/Gm_RtSHbH8c/v-deo.html
Thanks again for your message and keep up the great work!
Tom
PS: By the way, since my channel's content is connecting well with you, I think you will also like my FREE mini course - “The Top 3 Things You Need to Be a Great Ball Striker” - where you can learn some key aspects of the swing system I teach in a more structured manner. Here's a link in case you’re interested in checking it out: go.saguto.golf/
thank u
My pleasure, Preston - I'm glad you enjoyed it!
Tom
I have really started hitting the ball more consistently but I’ve always been someone who doesn’t leave divots, even when following all your steps on your website as well. I hit it flush but I just leave a bruise on the grass I just don’t divot unless I chunk it hard haha
Well, as long as you are getting crispy compression, then as ball striking legend More Norman said with regard to divots, "bacon strips, not pork chops"..... 😎
Keep up the great work!
Tom
Hi Tom, can you clarify what the wrists are doing at impact and after impact. I saw something different when you threw the ball with your right hand in comparison to where you just used your club with your right hand. Thanks.
Here's one from the archives on the pro wrist release: ua-cam.com/video/zw7Rzstq4gY/v-deo.html
But here's the thing: If we pre-establish the connections properly in the setup and have a foundational base that facilitates a full centered turn without restriction, then once we've ingrained the correct actions through sequential drilling and repetition we can entrust the motion to the big muscles and allow the arms, wrists, hands, and club to simply go along for the ride and respond accordingly as if on autopilot. The power accumulators - including the proper wrist action - will then naturally load and fire with no contrived manipulations or precise timing necessary, thereby returning the face to the position pre-established at address. It's called "giving up control to gain control", and it's the formula for consistently blissful ball striking and seemingly effortless power. Here are a few lessons on this topic:
- ua-cam.com/video/1FLm67Fn81M/v-deo.html
- ua-cam.com/video/RfH96tUn6ls/v-deo.html
- ua-cam.com/video/Gm_RtSHbH8c/v-deo.html
By the way, have you checked out my FREE mini-course “The Top 3 Things You Need to Be a Great Ball Striker” lately? That's where you can learn some key aspects of this swing system in a more structured manner, and I've recently updated it with some more of my favorite drills. Here's the link: go.saguto.golf/
Tom
@@SagutoGolf Thank you very much. I enrolled some time back in your golf school which I find very thorough and detailed. You’ve put in a lot of excellent work into it.
You're killing me Tom because you hit it so pure. Thanks to you I have both then 7 iron straight stick and the driver. Working with them everyday and I'm getting better. Question:- in your swing do you keep your right foot planted thru contact to avoid rotating hips too early? Have a great week-Russ
I'm glad to learn of your improvement, Russ! Those training aids will definitely benefit you in terms of both ingraining and reinforcing the proper motion.
Here are a couple of downswing lessons that may help:
- ua-cam.com/video/dB4ItR3guGU/v-deo.html
- ua-cam.com/video/I5XYgKopTb4/v-deo.html
Although both are related to the hips, you should also learn the proper trail foot action as a result.
Keep up the great work!
Tom
@@SagutoGolf You help me more than anyone. Many thanks.
You da man..... man! Killen it. Friend said what are you been taking lessons. No just Soguto-en it!
That's awesome, Michael! I'm very glad to know that my instruction is resonating with you; excellent job incorporating it into your swing and putting it into play!!
Thanks so much for sharing your improvement and keep up the great work!!
Tom
PS: By the way, since my channel's content is performing well for you, I think you will also benefit from my FREE mini course - “The Top 3 Things You Need to Be a Great Ball Striker” - where you can learn some key aspects of the swing system I teach in a more structured manner. Here's a link in case you’re interested in checking it out: go.saguto.golf/
Tom you legend, what are some other tips for the grip? What are some keys to your grip?
My main concerns with regard to grip are that the handle remains secure in the fingers throughout the entirety of the motion and that the proper hinging and unhinging of the wrists is fully supported without any contrived effort. Beyond that, each golfer is free to add their own individual flair and determine what works best for them (while, of course, keeping in mind the potential issues discussed here if the grip leaks too much toward the strong side: ua-cam.com/video/3aMdJ5XLxqY/v-deo.html).
Tom
PS: By the way, since you are liking my channel's content, I think you will also enjoy my FREE mini course - “The Top 3 Things You Need to Be a Great Ball Striker” - where you can learn some key aspects of the swing system I teach in a more structured manner. Here's a link in case you’re interested in checking it out: go.saguto.golf/
I was the guy who comment that I practiced till my elbows hurt. Couldn’t stop casting the club. Thought I hadn’t but didn’t. Put a box up to stay inside and I hit compression every time!! Now I got out in my yard and only hit about twenty shots. Just to make sure I’m staying shallow!! I even hit my hybrids and woods clean!! I thought I was just stupid and unable to learn! But some of the practice devices really do work!!
Awesome job putting in the proper work, Matt, and thanks for sharing your resulting improvement!!
Keep up the fantastic work!!
Tom
PS: By the way, since my channel's content is connecting well with you, I think you will also like my FREE mini course - “The Top 3 Things You Need to Be a Great Ball Striker” - where you can learn some key aspects of the swing system I teach in a more structured manner. Here's a link in case you’re interested in checking it out: go.saguto.golf/
I’d like to order a few cases of the “Ball Striking Gel” please 😂
I'll just take a few cases of peaches
Good one
I bought the lag club from your site. Do you like this click club better?
If you are struggling with downswing path issues such as a steep/over-the-top move and/or early extension, then I might lean towards the Lag Shot. If you are more concerned about impact and ball flight, then perhaps the Straight Stick might be more appropriate. Having said that, there is definite overlap between the two products in terms of what they are capable of resolving, and they are both excellent training aids that work well within the swing system I teach.
Thanks, and enjoy your Lag Shot!!
Tom
If you had to pick one training tool (straight stick, lag shot etc) what would you point me towards? I have plenty of distance (though my 5 iron and 6 iron both go almost the same distance for some reason) and most of my misses come from me rushing the transition into downswing.
Hi Aaron,
If you are struggling with downswing path issues such as a steep/over-the-top move - which would be symptomatic of a rushed transition - and/or early extension, then I might lean towards the Lag Shot. If you are more concerned about impact and ball flight, then perhaps the Straight Stick might be more appropriate. Having said that, there is definite overlap between the two products in terms of what they are capable of resolving, and they are both excellent training aids that work well within the swing system I teach.
Tom
The single best golf tip you've done! The sensation of throwing the handle of the club ahead of the ball and to the right was magic. From the very first swing, this gave me the ability to finally feel my arms extend down the target line with solid contact. No more over the top swing yanking the ball left or slicing right. Working for every club in the bag. Looking forward to repeating this over and over on the course.
YES!! That is precisely the feeling we're striving for with this drill!! 💪💪
Thanks for sharing your success with it, keep up the great work, and have fun out there!!
Tom
PS: By the way, since my channel's content is performing well for you, I think you will also benefit from my FREE mini course - “The Top 3 Things You Need to Be a Great Ball Striker” - where you can learn some key aspects of the swing system I teach in a more structured manner. Here's a link in case you’re interested in checking it out: go.saguto.golf/
Hey Tom, I shot a career low 86 using your method but the last week and a half I’ve had a really bad case of shanking and thinning. I watch over videos and it looks like I’m almost leaning with to much weight on the front foot, could that be the main cause?
I'm very glad to learn of your improvement, Brady, and congrats on your new personal best!
Your shanks can be the result of a variety of actions: 1) You may be too steep on the downswing and thereby exposing the hosel to the ball; 2) Conversely, your downswing path may be too in to out; 3) You may be rolling the face open during the backswing; 4) Your wrists may not be hinging properly; 5) You are setting up with the ball positioned at the heel of the club; 6) More... What I'm getting at is that there are a number of potential causes, and without actually seeing your swing it's impossible for me to identify the culprit behind those hosel rockets.
There are entire sections of my online school dedicated to resolving common swing, contact, and ball flight issues. Have you looked into it? That's where - among many other courses and lessons covering various aspects of the game - you will find very detailed instruction and drills that take you through the entire swing step-by-step from setup to finish. It will make for a far more efficient, superior, and enjoyable learning process rather than haphazardly trying to piece things together through these channel videos that jump around randomly from topic to topic. Thousands of men and women from across the globe - including many seasoned, low-handicap, competitive players and spanning all age ranges from junior to super-senior - are now enjoying the best golf of their lives as a result, and I'm happy to let their unsolicited testimonials tell the story: saguto.golf/p/sagutogolfreviews.
And if you'd like to first "dip a toe in the water" prior to diving into the school, then here is a link to my FREE mini course “The Top 3 Things You Need to Be a Great Ball Striker”: go.saguto.golf/ That is where you can learn some key aspects of the swing system I teach in a more structured manner.
Thanks,
Tom
Hi Tom, Fraser from the Uk here, would you say the whipping motion and slight divot should be happening when hitting hybrids as well??? thanks for the content bro!!
Hi Fraser,
Yes! It is essentially the same swing with every club; just some minor setup differences and naturally occurring shaft plane changes as we graduate up in club length from short irons to woods. To demonstrate, you'll find towards the end of this episode some practice range footage of me hitting a 7 iron, 3 wood, and driver: ua-cam.com/video/o0xscMyN3v8/v-deo.html
Would you like to learn some key aspects of the swing I teach in a more structured manner? If so, then here is a link to my FREE mini course “The Top 3 Things You Need to Be a Great Ball Striker”: go.saguto.golf/ It's a great way to gain a fundamental understanding of this system and an introduction to the instruction style that has thousands of men and women from across the globe - including many seasoned, low-handicap, competitive players and spanning all age ranges from junior to super-senior - enjoying the best golf of their lives ( saguto.golf/p/sagutogolfreviews )
Thanks - I'm glad to know that you are enjoying my content!
Tom
I have just one more question Tom, do you teach the game or the golfer? @@SagutoGolf
Tom, just wanted to clarify throwing the ball down in front the using the club... I see a lot of people try to throw the club head down.. is it a feeling of your hand throwing the grip down
Hi Meegan,
Here is a lesson from my channel's archives that touches on this topic: ua-cam.com/video/zw7Rzstq4gY/v-deo.html
Although we may have to focus on such actions when learning and ingraining particular swing elements, I much prefer that the swing ultimately be devoid of any timed or contrived handsy manipulations. In other words, if we pre-establish the connections properly in the setup and have a foundational base that facilitates a full centered turn without restriction, then once we've built in the correct actions through sequential drilling and repetition we can entrust the motion to the big muscles and allow the arms, wrists, hands, and club to simply go along for the ride and respond accordingly as if on autopilot. The power accumulators - including the proper wrist action - will then naturally load and fire with no contrived manipulations or precise timing necessary, thereby returning the face to the position pre-established at address. It's called "giving up control to gain control", and it's the formula for consistently blissful ball striking and seemingly effortless power. Here are a few lessons on this topic:
- ua-cam.com/video/1FLm67Fn81M/v-deo.html
- ua-cam.com/video/RfH96tUn6ls/v-deo.html
- ua-cam.com/video/Gm_RtSHbH8c/v-deo.html
Beyond that, here is a link to my FREE mini course “The Top 3 Things You Need to Be a Great Ball Striker” where you can learn some key aspects of the swing system I teach in a more structured manner: go.saguto.golf/
Tom
After a couple of weeks trying to use stack & tilt, I am still struggling. Will persevere for the rest of the season, (can play in Norway maybe upto sometime in October). When I do achieve solid contact everything is low and usually drawing quite significantly.
Played today and the highlights of my round were two shots on hole 15. Suddenly a miraculous 5 iron out of the fairway bunker followed by another pretty good 5 iron. That was the end of that!
Still not understanding Tom’s instruction regarding the take-away. It is okay back to shaft parallel but after this the right elbow and wrists manage to feel like a fail-programmed robot getting into all sorts of wrong positions.
It is of critical importance to understand that the videos, lessons, and drills on this free channel - while fully aligned with the swing method I teach - address a variety of topics, issues, feels, and/or common flaws/fixes from one episode to the next. They are certainly not intended to be taken as a comprehensive, step-by-step, position-by-position learning platform like the structured curriculum of my online school, which I strongly recommend to anyone who truly wishes to get on the proper path towards owning this swing, as it will make for a far more efficient and enjoyable learning process rather than haphazardly trying to piece things together through my UA-cam content. Thousands of men and women from across the globe - including many seasoned, low-handicap, competitive players and spanning all age ranges from junior to super-senior - are now enjoying the best golf of their lives as a result of the school, and I'm happy to let their unsolicited testimonials tell the story: saguto.golf/p/sagutogolfreviews.
And if you'd like to first "dip a toe in the water" prior to diving into the school, then here is a link to my FREE mini course “The Top 3 Things You Need to Be a Great Ball Striker”: go.saguto.golf/ That is where you can learn some key aspects of the swing system I teach in a more structured manner.
Embrace the swing system, embrace the proper learning process, and you will soon embrace ownership of a well-functioning swing and the resulting ball striking bliss it provides!
Tom
While I am 2000 miles from home... again... I always make time for Tom. Can't wait to get back home and on the range
No matter where you go, here I am..... 😎
Thanks - I appreciate your kind words and support.
Safe travels!!
Tom
@@SagutoGolf 👍👍👍
I have the straight stick but wasn’t crazy about it as I found it a bit clunky. What speed are you using when you practice? Or what would you set it at if your driver swing speed was 85.
Just follow the instructions in the user's manual. If your driver speed is 85 then set the Straight Stick accordingly, just as I have done with my driver speed.
When you torched it did you hit the cart guy or the building past the net
LOL! No one and no things are safe when I torch it, but rest assured the cart guy was in the cage and unaffected aside from the range cart being knocked on its side by the force of the blow..... 😎
@@SagutoGolf YES! The poor cart guy is a duck on the pond!
I used this drill for 30 balls today!!!!
Awesome! I hope it performed well for you!!
Tom
Even if I didn’t play golf Tom,I would watch your videos for the entertainment value alone .😅
Thanks Michael - I'm glad to know that you're enjoying my "lesson and a show" instruction style!! 😎
Tom
What camera/lens are you using? Not saying its bad, but it got some certain 90s look to it. I like that.
I was using a Panasonic HC-V770 in this video. The 90's vibe you're getting is probably due to the fact that the physics and geometry of the swing system I teach are timeless..... 😎
Tom good morning. I hit the ball ok In the fairway but fall apart when I hit out of the rough. It can cost me 3 strokes a hole. What can I do to get out of the rough.
Thanks. John ledden
Hi John,
With regard to hitting out of the rough:
1) Place some additional weight forward in setup.
2) Play the ball a bit further back in the stance.
3) Firm up your grip a bit (without adding tension).
4) Emphasize the tilt component to go along with that extra forward weight as you're going to need more of a descending blow to extract to ball.
4) The thicker the cabbage, the more loft you're going to need.
5) In heavy rough expect the grass to grab your clubface and close it, affecting both starting direction and curvature. Make necessary alignment adjustments to compensate for this.
6) Take only what the lie gives you. Sometimes that means just chipping it back into play. Don't go from trouble to trouble. Remember one of Dirty Harry's famous quotes: "A man's got to know his limitations..."
By the way, have you checked out my FREE mini-course “The Top 3 Things You Need to Be a Great Ball Striker” lately? That's where you can learn some key aspects of this swing system in a more structured manner, and I've recently updated it with some more of my favorite drills. Here's the link: go.saguto.golf/
Tom
Does not look like you roll your forearms/club face over through impact. Can you please explain? I love your videos.
I'm very glad to know that my instruction content and teaching style are resonating with you, Paul!!
With regard to the erroneous notion that we need to manufacture some type of a rolling or flipping "release", given the inability of most folks to spend sufficient time at the range to lock in the required exactness of this action this misguided thought has led countless golfers astray. It's not something that most pros are trying to actively manufacture during the split second that the clubhead is traveling a distance of approximately 6' from parallel to parallel at speeds in excess of 100 mph. The forearms will naturally "trade places" from pre- to post-impact, but this should not be construed as a contrived move (although many a casual observer has gone down that rabbit hole). There really ought not be any active manipulation of the hands through the zone and attempts to precisely time any such rolling or flipping - which does nothing for swing speed - have relegated many an amateur to the vast abyss of inconsistency and frustration. Here are a few of my channel episodes that may clarify:
- ua-cam.com/video/Fe2kQ44azJ4/v-deo.html
- ua-cam.com/video/SunCR5uJ_ao/v-deo.html
- ua-cam.com/video/zw7Rzstq4gY/v-deo.html
I hope that helps!
Tom
PS: By the way, since my channel's content is connecting well with you, I think you will really like my FREE mini course - “The Top 3 Things You Need to Be a Great Ball Striker” - where you can learn some key aspects of the swing system I teach in a more structured manner. Here's a link in case you’re interested in checking it out: go.saguto.golf/
@@SagutoGolf thanks so much!
Even you were surprised how well you hit that first trail-arm only shot.
LOL! I love it when that happens, Matthew... 😆
(For the record, I do have high expectations for my ball striking, however for a one-handed swing the level of crispiness I got would have made Colonel Sanders blush.....💪💪😎)
Tom
Ah Sensei - yes ball still fizzing off the club, divot in front - tutto e posto in Australia!!
Cheers, Mate!
Nice to hear from you, Marco, and I hope all is well.
Keep the sizzle in your strike!
Tom
Can you upload a round of you playing golf?
Here is a 9-Hole Course Vlog from a couple of years ago: ua-cam.com/video/YLVhf0VdWSw/v-deo.html
And here is a link to my FREE mini course “The Top 3 Things You Need to Be a Great Ball Striker” where you can learn some key aspects of the swing system I teach in a more structured manner: go.saguto.golf/
Tom
I have high cholesterol from all these Krispy KFC shots. This man is a national treasure...
LOL!!! But here's the thing, Pat - all this KFCrispy deliciousness that I'm serving up is 100% fat (shot) free...... 😎
Thanks for your kind words and support. Keep up the great work!!
Tom
PS: By the way, since you are liking my channel's content, I think you will also enjoy my FREE mini course - “The Top 3 Things You Need to Be a Great Ball Striker” - where you can learn some key aspects of the swing system I teach in a more structured manner. Here's a link in case you’re interested in checking it out: go.saguto.golf/
I've been working on trying to keep my right arm in closer to my body, but I'm hitting a ton of shanks. Any idea what's causing this, and how to fix it? I need to get my greens in regulation much higher, I can drive the heck out of the ball, but miss a lot of greens. I can score anywhere from 74-89 or so. I need some consistency, help!!!
My lesson series on this "trail arm magic" has helped countless golfers across the globe to overcome a myriad of issues and experience great ball striking, Rick. Here is a recent video on this topic that may provide clarity with regard to proper execution: ua-cam.com/video/GQI6SoL1AUg/v-deo.html
And for additional detail, here is a link to my FREE mini course “The Top 3 Things You Need to Be a Great Ball Striker” where you can learn some key aspects of the swing system I teach in a more structured manner: go.saguto.golf/
Let's get you on the path towards achieving that consistency you so desperately seek!
Tom
Tom, I’ve noticed that in most if not all of your videos you use alignment sticks. How important is it, when practicing, to use alignment sticks?
I consider it extremely important and I try not to ever have a practice session without at least one stick to confirm that my stance line that is parallel to my target line. I will also oftentimes use a second stick for path purposes. In fact, I was watching Tour players on the practice tee recently at the Myrtle Beach Classic. One might be surprised by how many of them were using alignment sticks.
I consider alignment sticks to be the best $3.27 investment one can make in their golf game!!
Tom
You’re running out of topics, Tom. Your swing is so simple and easy that it’s hard for you to add much. LOL. Love it
LOL! Well, it really is a simplified system, but while the topics might not be endless I still do my best to convey multiple “feels” or thoughts throughout the swing wherever possible. We're all different physiologically and psychologically, and something that resonates effectively with one golfer may not necessarily work for another. However, no matter the variety of suggested feels/thoughts offered for a particular element of the swing, they are all directed at getting different golfers to achieve the desired positions, motions, and ball striking results. This is one reason why the comprehensive, structured, step-by-step learning platform of my online school is so effective, and why thousands of men and women from across the globe - including many seasoned, low-handicap, competitive players and spanning all age ranges from junior to super-senior - are now enjoying the best golf of their lives as a result (and I'm happy to let their unsolicited testimonials tell the story: saguto.golf/p/sagutogolfreviews ). The lessons and drills provide the guidelines and set the boundaries, while allowing ample leeway for each individual golfer to infuse and exercise their own uniqueness.
Thanks - I'm very glad to know that my instruction content and teaching style are resonating with you!!
Tom
PS: By the way, have you checked out my FREE mini-course “The Top 3 Things You Need to Be a Great Ball Striker” lately? That's where you can learn some key aspects of this swing system in a more structured manner, and I've recently updated it with some more of my favorite drills. Here's the link: go.saguto.golf/
Dynamite!!!
BOOM!! 😎
Are you starting down swing with left arm. I’ve had lessons when teacher started down swing that way
One appropriate transitional downswing move I teach is to get the lead arm off the chest, Mike. Having said this, this may or may not be an appropriate action for you. This is why I do my best to convey multiple “feels” or thoughts throughout the swing wherever possible. We're all different physiologically and psychologically, and something that resonates effectively with one golfer may not necessarily work for another. However, no matter the variety of suggested feels/thoughts offered for a particular element of the swing, they are all directed at getting different golfers to achieve the desired positions, motions, and ball striking results. This is one reason why the comprehensive, structured, step-by-step learning platform of my online school is so effective, and why thousands of men and women from across the globe - including many seasoned, low-handicap, competitive players and spanning all age ranges from junior to super-senior - are now enjoying the best golf of their lives as a result (and I'm happy to let their unsolicited testimonials tell the story: saguto.golf/p/sagutogolfreviews ). The lessons and drills provide the guidelines and set the boundaries, while allowing ample leeway for each individual golfer to infuse and exercise their own uniqueness.
My FREE mini course “The Top 3 Things You Need to Be a Great Ball Striker” provides a good starting point as that is where you will learn some key aspects of the swing system I teach in a more structured manner. Here's a link in case you’re interested in checking it out: go.saguto.golf/
Tom
One thing people need to realize is when you practice new things with your swing, expect to get worse before you get better.
While it is true that the "ghosts of swings past" are stubborn and tend not to exit without a fight - and we should set our expectations accordingly - there are some swing elements I teach that have provided immediate ball striking improvement for a majority of my students/members. For example, something as simple as keeping the weight forward has instantly created an impact condition far superior to what many folks had previously experienced.
Try it for yourself - here is a link to my FREE mini course “The Top 3 Things You Need to Be a Great Ball Striker” where you can learn some key aspects of the swing system I teach in a more structured manner: go.saguto.golf/
Tom
Actually with Stack and Tilt improvements happen double quick. 😅