2012年09月30日17時31分
2013年12月19日星期四
＜速報＞若林舞衣子とリ・エスドが首位、有村は2打差4位T
2012年04月14日16時51分
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順位 選手名 スコア1 若林 舞衣子 -4
リ・エスド -4
3 大江 香織 -3
4 金田 久美子 -2
有村 智恵 -2
藤野 オリエ -2
イ・ボミ -2
8 佐伯 三貴 -1
酒井 美紀 -1
鬼澤 信子 -1
順位の続きを見る
＜西陣レディスクラシック 2日目◇14日◇熊本空港カントリークラブ(6,482ヤード・パー72)＞
熊本県にある熊本空港カントリークラブで開催中の国内女子ツアー「西陣レディスクラシック」は2日目の競技を終了。トータル4アンダーで若林舞衣子と韓国のリ・エスドが首位に立った。
地元での復活優勝を狙う有村智恵は2打差の4位タイ。この日スコアを6つ伸ばした金田久美子が初日の57位タイから同じく4位タイに急浮上した。横峯さくらはトータル1オーバー22位タイ。斉藤愛璃はトータル5オーバー49位タイで辛くも予選を突破した。
【2日目の順位】
1位T：若林舞衣子(-4)
1位T：リ・エスド(-4)
3位：大江香織(-3)
4位T：金田久美子 (-2)
4位T：有村智恵 (-2)
4位T：藤野オリエ(-2)
4位T：イ・ボミ(-2)
8位T：佐伯三貴 (-1)他7名
22位T：横峯さくら(+1)
22位T：アン・ソンジュ(+1)他4名
49位T：斉藤愛璃(+5)
49位T：不動裕理(+5)他12名
金田久美子が4位タイに急浮上！「ショットがすごく良かった」
2012年04月14日18時20分
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順位 選手名 スコア1 若林 舞衣子 -4
リ・エスド -4
3 大江 香織 -3
4 金田 久美子 -2
有村 智恵 -2
藤野 オリエ -2
イ・ボミ -2
8 佐伯 三貴 -1
酒井 美紀 -1
鬼澤 信子 -1
順位の続きを見る
＜西陣レディスクラシック 2日目◇14日◇熊本空港カントリークラブ(6,482ヤード・パー72)＞
熊本県にある熊本空港カントリークラブで開催中の国内女子ツアー「西陣レディスクラシック」2日目。初日57位タイと出遅れた金田久美子がこの日のベストスコア“66”をマーク。7バーディ・1ボギーでスコアを6つ伸ばし、トータル2アンダー4位タイに急浮上した。
「今日はショットがすごく良かった」とこの日を振り返った金田は前半で3つスコアを伸ばして折り返すと、後半でも3つのバーディを奪取。好調なアイアンショットを武器にバーディを量産した。
首位とはわずかに2打差。明日は「今日のことはとりあえず忘れて。焦ってバーディを獲らなきゃっていう気持ちを抑えて、明日は明日という気持ちで」、気負わず自然体でツアー2勝目を狙いにいく。
【2日目の順位】
1位T：若林舞衣子(-4)
1位T：リ・エスド(-4)
3位：大江香織(-3)
4位T：金田久美子 (-2)
4位T：有村智恵 (-2)
4位T：藤野オリエ(-2)
4位T：イ・ボミ(-2)
8位T：佐伯三貴 (-1)他7名
22位T：横峯さくら(+1)
22位T：アン・ソンジュ(+1)他4名
49位T：斉藤愛璃(+5)
49位T：不動裕理(+5)他12名
2013年11月26日星期二
リュー・ヒュヌがプレーオフを制し初優勝！「韓国で初優勝した時より嬉しい」
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| 順位 | 選手名 | スコア |
| 優勝 | Ｈ・Ｗ・リュー | -6 |
| 2 | 片山 晋呉 | -6 |
| 3 | キム・キョンテ | -5 |
| 4 | キム・ヒョンソン | -4 |
| 5 | 上平 栄道 | -3 |
| 6 | 貞方 章男 | -2 |
| 7 | 石川 遼 | -2 |
| 8 | Ｄ・スメイル | -2 |
| 9 | 山下 和宏 | -1 |
| 10 | 高山 忠洋 | 0 |
初優勝を飾ったリュー・ヒュヌ（撮影：上山敬太）
＜コカ・コーラ東海クラシック 最終日◇30日◇三好カントリー倶楽部 西コース(7,315ヤード・パー72)＞
台風17号の接近に伴う安全確保のためギャラリーの入場を不可とし、無観客試合として行われた国内男子ツアー「コカ・コーラ東海クラシック」の最終日。徐々に風は強くなり、午後からは雨も降り始めた。この難コンディションの中、スコアを6つ伸ばした片山晋呉はトータル6アンダーまでスコアを伸ばしホールアウト。日本ツアー初優勝を狙う韓国のリュー・ヒュヌもスコアを1つ伸ばし、同じくトータル6アンダーで並び、プレーオフに突入した。
リュー・ヒュヌのプロフィール
雨が降りしきる中18番で行われたプレーオフ1ホール目。片山はティショットを左に曲げ、木の根元につけてしまいボギー。リューはきっちりパーとし、リューが参戦1年目で嬉しい国内ツアー初優勝を挙げた。
韓国ツアーでは1勝を挙げているが、「韓国で初優勝した時より嬉しい」と会見で話したリュー。単独首位からスタートし、16番パー3までは首位を独走していたが、左の谷に落とし痛恨のトリプルボギー。しかし「今年の目標はシード権の確保。17、18番とパーでいければいいと思っていた」とミスを引きずらず、冷静にプレー。プレーオフでもしびれた様子もなくきっちりとパーをセーブ。「今まで勝とうとしてきて、負けてきた。だから今週は1度も優勝を意識したことはありません」、最後まで結果よりも目の前のプレーに集中し栄冠をつかんだ。
また新たに登場した韓国の新鋭。「まだ日本ツアーでは新人なので、拍手や声援で緊張してしまう」とはにかんだが、2勝目を大ギャラリーの前で挙げる日もそう遠くないかもしれない。
台風17号の接近に伴う安全確保のためギャラリーの入場を不可とし、無観客試合として行われた国内男子ツアー「コカ・コーラ東海クラシック」の最終日。徐々に風は強くなり、午後からは雨も降り始めた。この難コンディションの中、スコアを6つ伸ばした片山晋呉はトータル6アンダーまでスコアを伸ばしホールアウト。日本ツアー初優勝を狙う韓国のリュー・ヒュヌもスコアを1つ伸ばし、同じくトータル6アンダーで並び、プレーオフに突入した。
リュー・ヒュヌのプロフィール
雨が降りしきる中18番で行われたプレーオフ1ホール目。片山はティショットを左に曲げ、木の根元につけてしまいボギー。リューはきっちりパーとし、リューが参戦1年目で嬉しい国内ツアー初優勝を挙げた。
韓国ツアーでは1勝を挙げているが、「韓国で初優勝した時より嬉しい」と会見で話したリュー。単独首位からスタートし、16番パー3までは首位を独走していたが、左の谷に落とし痛恨のトリプルボギー。しかし「今年の目標はシード権の確保。17、18番とパーでいければいいと思っていた」とミスを引きずらず、冷静にプレー。プレーオフでもしびれた様子もなくきっちりとパーをセーブ。「今まで勝とうとしてきて、負けてきた。だから今週は1度も優勝を意識したことはありません」、最後まで結果よりも目の前のプレーに集中し栄冠をつかんだ。
また新たに登場した韓国の新鋭。「まだ日本ツアーでは新人なので、拍手や声援で緊張してしまう」とはにかんだが、2勝目を大ギャラリーの前で挙げる日もそう遠くないかもしれない。
最新賞金ランク、リュー14位、遼は29位に浮上！片山晋呉は16位
最終日チャージを見せた石川遼は1ランクアップ（撮影：上山敬太）
＜国内男子賞金ランキング＞
国内男子ツアー「コカ・コーラ東海クラシック」終了時の賞金ランキングが発表され、同大会でツアー初優勝を達成したH・W・リュー(韓国)が14位に浮上した。プレーオフの末2位に終わった片山晋呉は16位、最終日に巻き返し6位タイフィニッシュの石川遼は29位となっている。
【関連ニュース】「コカ・コーラ東海クラシック」最終日は無観客試合に
【国内男子賞金ランキング】
1位：藤田寛之 (96,544,972円)
2位：ブレンダン・ジョーンズ (74,418,413円)
3位：金亨成(キム・ヒョンソン) (66,120,880円)
4位：イ・キョンフン (63,836,694円)
5位：藤本佳則 (58,298,894円)
6位：谷口徹 (53,448,516円)
7位：池田勇太 (53,214,590円)
8位：金庚泰(キム・キョンテ) (48,399,557円)
9位：上平栄道 (46,592,032円)
10位：I・J・ジャン (40,572,452円)
14位：H・W・リュー (37,266,533円)
16位：片山晋呉 (36,652,380円)
29位：石川遼 (22,253,001円)
国内男子ツアー「コカ・コーラ東海クラシック」終了時の賞金ランキングが発表され、同大会でツアー初優勝を達成したH・W・リュー(韓国)が14位に浮上した。プレーオフの末2位に終わった片山晋呉は16位、最終日に巻き返し6位タイフィニッシュの石川遼は29位となっている。
【関連ニュース】「コカ・コーラ東海クラシック」最終日は無観客試合に
【国内男子賞金ランキング】
1位：藤田寛之 (96,544,972円)
2位：ブレンダン・ジョーンズ (74,418,413円)
3位：金亨成(キム・ヒョンソン) (66,120,880円)
4位：イ・キョンフン (63,836,694円)
5位：藤本佳則 (58,298,894円)
6位：谷口徹 (53,448,516円)
7位：池田勇太 (53,214,590円)
8位：金庚泰(キム・キョンテ) (48,399,557円)
9位：上平栄道 (46,592,032円)
10位：I・J・ジャン (40,572,452円)
14位：H・W・リュー (37,266,533円)
16位：片山晋呉 (36,652,380円)
29位：石川遼 (22,253,001円)
キヤノンオープン 遼はキョンテ、B・ジョーンズと同組
＜キヤノンオープン 事前情報◇2日◇戸塚カントリー倶楽部(7,191ヤード・パー72)＞
国内男子ツアー「キヤノンオープン」が神奈川県にある戸塚カントリー倶楽部を舞台に4日(木)開幕を迎える。
予選ラウンドの組み合わせが発表され、石川遼は金庚泰(キム・キョンテ)(韓国)、ブレンダン・ジョーンズ(豪州)と同組で9時35分にスタートとなった。
ディフェンディングチャンピオンの久保谷健一は、09年大会覇者の池田勇太、今年8月のVanaH杯KBCオーガスタゴルフトーナメントでツアー初優勝をあげた金亨成(キム・ヒョンソン)(韓国)と同組で9時15分に10番スタートとなった。
国内男子ツアー「キヤノンオープン」が神奈川県にある戸塚カントリー倶楽部を舞台に4日(木)開幕を迎える。
予選ラウンドの組み合わせが発表され、石川遼は金庚泰(キム・キョンテ)(韓国)、ブレンダン・ジョーンズ(豪州)と同組で9時35分にスタートとなった。
ディフェンディングチャンピオンの久保谷健一は、09年大会覇者の池田勇太、今年8月のVanaH杯KBCオーガスタゴルフトーナメントでツアー初優勝をあげた金亨成(キム・ヒョンソン)(韓国)と同組で9時15分に10番スタートとなった。
遼、スワンネック型の新パターをテスト
新パターで相性の良い大会に挑む（撮影：岩本芳弘）
＜キヤノンオープン 事前情報◇3日◇戸塚カントリー倶楽部(7,191ヤード・パー72)＞
国内男子ツアー「キヤノンオープン」が、神奈川県にある戸塚カントリー倶楽部を舞台に4日(木)開幕する。2年連続、最終日最終組を回るなど今大会と好相性を誇る石川遼は、時折雨も降る中プロアマ大会に出場し最終調整を行った。
ラウンド中その手に握られていたのは、スワンネック型のパター。スコッティキャメロンに約1か月前に発注してようやく届いた新兵器だ。この日はこの新パターのテストを行い、本戦も使用予定。今季はショートパットに苦しむ場面も多く見られ、パッティングに関しては試行錯誤が続いている。
それでも、先週の「コカ・コーラ東海クラシック」では無観客で行われた最終日に“68”をマークしてスコアを伸ばすなど調子は上々。「あれに近い内容のゴルフを3日間できれば、優勝争いができるかな」と国内ツアー復帰後はまだ経験していない優勝争いを見据えていた。
無観客試合から一転、首都圏開催で大ギャラリーを集める今大会。最終日の18番で最高の歓声を浴びることが出来るか。
国内男子ツアー「キヤノンオープン」が、神奈川県にある戸塚カントリー倶楽部を舞台に4日(木)開幕する。2年連続、最終日最終組を回るなど今大会と好相性を誇る石川遼は、時折雨も降る中プロアマ大会に出場し最終調整を行った。
ラウンド中その手に握られていたのは、スワンネック型のパター。スコッティキャメロンに約1か月前に発注してようやく届いた新兵器だ。この日はこの新パターのテストを行い、本戦も使用予定。今季はショートパットに苦しむ場面も多く見られ、パッティングに関しては試行錯誤が続いている。
それでも、先週の「コカ・コーラ東海クラシック」では無観客で行われた最終日に“68”をマークしてスコアを伸ばすなど調子は上々。「あれに近い内容のゴルフを3日間できれば、優勝争いができるかな」と国内ツアー復帰後はまだ経験していない優勝争いを見据えていた。
無観客試合から一転、首都圏開催で大ギャラリーを集める今大会。最終日の18番で最高の歓声を浴びることが出来るか。
2013年10月28日星期一
Baseball Tips On Hitting: Your Baseball Hitting Style Belongs To You Only!
Some things are better off being left alone. Your personal baseball hitting style is one of them. It is yours and doesn't belong to me, your coach or anyone else!
Your baseball hitting style is what you do at the plate before you swing the bat and baseball hitting mechanics are what you do when you are actually swinging the bat. If a coach wants to help you improve your baseball hitting mechanics, that's one thing. But your very personal hitting style is an entirely different matter. It's something that is your personal choice to do before the baseball hitting actually takes place. The smarter coaches will recognize this and leave your style totally up to you!
The point here is that basically you can do whatever you want as far as style is concerned and your style should not be altered by anyone. Sometimes fewer baseball hitting tips are better than more. Your baseball hitting style is something that you have decided gets you the best prepared to hit the baseball.
Baseball hitting styles vary tremendously from hitter to hitter and that's the way it should be. If you're comfortable waving the bat around, go for it. If you're comfortable rocking back and forth, that too is absolutely fine. Styles vary, but you'll find that after the style comes the mechanics of the swing and all the good baseball hitters are similar and have sound mechanics.
I know a baseball hitter who has the "style" of waving the barrel of the bat around in a very pronounced manner just before swinging the bat. It is definitely something you would not go out of your way to teach a player to do at the plate. But you know what? That's his personal choice and the best way for him to prepare to hit. After all the waving of the bat, when the real moment of truth arrives and the actual baseball hitting takes place, he has outstanding mechanics. He has a very quick bat and a "short to the ball" yet violent swing and that's why he is an extremely successful hitter! Wouldn't it be foolish to ask him to change his style? Quite often coaches confuse mechanics with a player's personal hitting style. Personally, I could care less if a hitter stands on his head while getting ready to hit. Who cares? The only thing that matters is that he has to be ready when the real moment of truth arrives.
Sometimes baseball players can be over managed. Occasionally, a baseball coach should forget about all the baseball tips on hitting and take a step back and let the players play. Yes, a baseball coach should by all means help you with baseball hitting mechanics or he shouldn't be coaching. But as far as your personal style, as a baseball hitter, just do whatever you feel prepares you the best to hit the baseball and nobody involved in baseball coaching should ever try to take your personal baseball hitting style away from you!
You are in the hot seat at the plate and you have to feel comfortable when you are hitting. Not me, not your coach and not anyone else. If your coach gives you a hard time, please have him contact me at his earliest convenience because we definitely need to have a chat!
Your baseball hitting style is what you do at the plate before you swing the bat and baseball hitting mechanics are what you do when you are actually swinging the bat. If a coach wants to help you improve your baseball hitting mechanics, that's one thing. But your very personal hitting style is an entirely different matter. It's something that is your personal choice to do before the baseball hitting actually takes place. The smarter coaches will recognize this and leave your style totally up to you!
The point here is that basically you can do whatever you want as far as style is concerned and your style should not be altered by anyone. Sometimes fewer baseball hitting tips are better than more. Your baseball hitting style is something that you have decided gets you the best prepared to hit the baseball.
Baseball hitting styles vary tremendously from hitter to hitter and that's the way it should be. If you're comfortable waving the bat around, go for it. If you're comfortable rocking back and forth, that too is absolutely fine. Styles vary, but you'll find that after the style comes the mechanics of the swing and all the good baseball hitters are similar and have sound mechanics.
I know a baseball hitter who has the "style" of waving the barrel of the bat around in a very pronounced manner just before swinging the bat. It is definitely something you would not go out of your way to teach a player to do at the plate. But you know what? That's his personal choice and the best way for him to prepare to hit. After all the waving of the bat, when the real moment of truth arrives and the actual baseball hitting takes place, he has outstanding mechanics. He has a very quick bat and a "short to the ball" yet violent swing and that's why he is an extremely successful hitter! Wouldn't it be foolish to ask him to change his style? Quite often coaches confuse mechanics with a player's personal hitting style. Personally, I could care less if a hitter stands on his head while getting ready to hit. Who cares? The only thing that matters is that he has to be ready when the real moment of truth arrives.
Sometimes baseball players can be over managed. Occasionally, a baseball coach should forget about all the baseball tips on hitting and take a step back and let the players play. Yes, a baseball coach should by all means help you with baseball hitting mechanics or he shouldn't be coaching. But as far as your personal style, as a baseball hitter, just do whatever you feel prepares you the best to hit the baseball and nobody involved in baseball coaching should ever try to take your personal baseball hitting style away from you!
You are in the hot seat at the plate and you have to feel comfortable when you are hitting. Not me, not your coach and not anyone else. If your coach gives you a hard time, please have him contact me at his earliest convenience because we definitely need to have a chat!
2013年10月22日星期二
Four Golf Swing Basics You Need to Know
When learning the golf swing, there's so much information out there that at times it can be confusing. There's an over complication of the swing so this article will give you some simple golf swing basics that you can put into practice for great results.
The Fundamentals
To get a good swing you need a good set-up. The set-up and grip are both crucial to getting good consistent shots. So ensure that you have a good grip. Whether it's the overlap, the interlock or the ten finger baseball grip, you should have a light grip pressure you want to be relaxed. The "Vs" formed by the thumb and forefinger should point toward your right eye.
Next you want to ensure that you're set-up correctly firstly check your alignment at address. To do this imagine a line going from your ball to your target and stand parallel to this line. Then ensure that your body - hips, shoulders and feet are square, parallel to one another and to the target line. Next aim your clubface at the target.
Now that you're correctly aligned you need to ensure that your stance and posture are correct. Firstly stand with your feet shoulder width apart (the width of the stance should however vary depending on club but this is just a basic set-up for now), then bend at the hips and flex your knees
Make sure that you set-up with the weight on the balls of the feet and evenly balanced between your front foot and your back foot. You should then tilt your spine just slightly away from the target. You should now have the correct grip and set-up position just make sure that you feel relaxed and that you have a nice light grip pressure.
Basic Swing Shape
I want to just give you a quick understanding of the basic swing shape. Basically the swing moves in a circular shape, the "swing path" and the "swing plane" refer to two different but related things.
Let me explain... the 'swing path' refers to the path which your swing takes and the 'swing plane' refers to the angle of the swing path in relation to the ground.
So these terms are different but very much interrelated as the swing path follows the plane, now this plane is tilted it's an inclined plane. It's not vertical like a Ferris wheel but nor is it horizontal like a merry go round but rather it is tilted somewhere in between.
Correct Body Rotation
A lot of golfers are so focused on where their club is through the swing that they forget to rotate their body properly. Rotating your body correctly gives the swing power and accuracy. So before you begin the swing you should have your hips and shoulders parallel.
The rotation begins with the hips and shoulders. The hips complete their rotation before the shoulders in the backswing. The downswing rotation continues with the hips leading first followed by the shoulders.
The Importance of a Square Clubface
Having a square clubface from address to impact is vital for good golf. If your clubface open or closed through the swing or at impact then you are going to hook or slice the ball. Getting solid square contact with the ball at impact will produce a straight accurate shot. This of course is what you want.
The Fundamentals
To get a good swing you need a good set-up. The set-up and grip are both crucial to getting good consistent shots. So ensure that you have a good grip. Whether it's the overlap, the interlock or the ten finger baseball grip, you should have a light grip pressure you want to be relaxed. The "Vs" formed by the thumb and forefinger should point toward your right eye.
Next you want to ensure that you're set-up correctly firstly check your alignment at address. To do this imagine a line going from your ball to your target and stand parallel to this line. Then ensure that your body - hips, shoulders and feet are square, parallel to one another and to the target line. Next aim your clubface at the target.
Now that you're correctly aligned you need to ensure that your stance and posture are correct. Firstly stand with your feet shoulder width apart (the width of the stance should however vary depending on club but this is just a basic set-up for now), then bend at the hips and flex your knees
Make sure that you set-up with the weight on the balls of the feet and evenly balanced between your front foot and your back foot. You should then tilt your spine just slightly away from the target. You should now have the correct grip and set-up position just make sure that you feel relaxed and that you have a nice light grip pressure.
Basic Swing Shape
I want to just give you a quick understanding of the basic swing shape. Basically the swing moves in a circular shape, the "swing path" and the "swing plane" refer to two different but related things.
Let me explain... the 'swing path' refers to the path which your swing takes and the 'swing plane' refers to the angle of the swing path in relation to the ground.
So these terms are different but very much interrelated as the swing path follows the plane, now this plane is tilted it's an inclined plane. It's not vertical like a Ferris wheel but nor is it horizontal like a merry go round but rather it is tilted somewhere in between.
Correct Body Rotation
A lot of golfers are so focused on where their club is through the swing that they forget to rotate their body properly. Rotating your body correctly gives the swing power and accuracy. So before you begin the swing you should have your hips and shoulders parallel.
The rotation begins with the hips and shoulders. The hips complete their rotation before the shoulders in the backswing. The downswing rotation continues with the hips leading first followed by the shoulders.
The Importance of a Square Clubface
Having a square clubface from address to impact is vital for good golf. If your clubface open or closed through the swing or at impact then you are going to hook or slice the ball. Getting solid square contact with the ball at impact will produce a straight accurate shot. This of course is what you want.
2013年10月16日星期三
Golf Psychology: Using Mental Imagery to Improve Your Game
So what is mental imagery?
In the Inner Golf Coach Audio program we look at how our mind assimilates information through our sensory inputs* or representation channels* and how we can use our understanding of this process to help recall memories or create images in our minds eye.
Mental imagery* is the specific application of this technique and it involves golfers imagining themselves in a specific environment or situation, performing a specific activity. The images should have you, the golfer, performing activities such as playing specific shots, closing out a game comfortably, playing the opening holes well, anything you wish to think about, however, you should always see yourself performing well and successfully.
You should see yourself enjoying the moment and feeling satisfied with your performance. You should attempt to enter fully into the image with all the power of your senses and representation channels. See, hear, feel, touch, smell and perform as you would like to perform for real. It's also worth noting that when you are in a fully relaxed state, you are particularly receptive to mental imagery, so using the relaxation and focus techniques mentioned earlier will definitely help with this process.
But what can Mental Imagery be used for?
Well it has many applications before, during and after a round:
You can use Mental Imagery to visualise success: Many golfers "see" themselves achieving their goals on a regular basis, performing skills at a high level and seeing the desired performance outcomes. Remember, your subconscious mind does not differentiate between what's imagined and what's real. So rehearse enough mentally, and your mind will believe.
You can use Mental Imagery to motivate yourself. Before or during a round or practice session, calling up images of your goals for that session, or of a past or future competition or competitor - can act as a motivator. It can remind you of your objectives, which can result in increased focus during your round or practice session.
You can use Mental Imagery to perfect skills. Mental imagery is often used to aid the learning and refinement of skills. The best golfers "see" and "feel" themselves performing perfect shots, routines and golfing skills on a regular basis.
You can use Mental Imagery to familiarise yourself- with all kinds of things, such as a course or hole layout, seeing how you will play each hole, a game plan - familiarise yourself with what you will do in a competition environment, refocusing plan - what is it - how do you get back into it when things go wrong. There are many applications where Mental imagery can help you become familiar with something.
You can use Mental Imagery to help you refocus. Mental imagery can be useful in helping you to re focus when the need arises. For example, if during your warm-up you're feeling sluggish, imagining a previous best round or previous quality drive can help get things back on track. You can also use imagery as a means of refocusing during the event if need be.
In the Inner Golf Coach Audio program we look at how our mind assimilates information through our sensory inputs* or representation channels* and how we can use our understanding of this process to help recall memories or create images in our minds eye.
Mental imagery* is the specific application of this technique and it involves golfers imagining themselves in a specific environment or situation, performing a specific activity. The images should have you, the golfer, performing activities such as playing specific shots, closing out a game comfortably, playing the opening holes well, anything you wish to think about, however, you should always see yourself performing well and successfully.
You should see yourself enjoying the moment and feeling satisfied with your performance. You should attempt to enter fully into the image with all the power of your senses and representation channels. See, hear, feel, touch, smell and perform as you would like to perform for real. It's also worth noting that when you are in a fully relaxed state, you are particularly receptive to mental imagery, so using the relaxation and focus techniques mentioned earlier will definitely help with this process.
But what can Mental Imagery be used for?
Well it has many applications before, during and after a round:
You can use Mental Imagery to visualise success: Many golfers "see" themselves achieving their goals on a regular basis, performing skills at a high level and seeing the desired performance outcomes. Remember, your subconscious mind does not differentiate between what's imagined and what's real. So rehearse enough mentally, and your mind will believe.
You can use Mental Imagery to motivate yourself. Before or during a round or practice session, calling up images of your goals for that session, or of a past or future competition or competitor - can act as a motivator. It can remind you of your objectives, which can result in increased focus during your round or practice session.
You can use Mental Imagery to perfect skills. Mental imagery is often used to aid the learning and refinement of skills. The best golfers "see" and "feel" themselves performing perfect shots, routines and golfing skills on a regular basis.
You can use Mental Imagery to familiarise yourself- with all kinds of things, such as a course or hole layout, seeing how you will play each hole, a game plan - familiarise yourself with what you will do in a competition environment, refocusing plan - what is it - how do you get back into it when things go wrong. There are many applications where Mental imagery can help you become familiar with something.
You can use Mental Imagery to help you refocus. Mental imagery can be useful in helping you to re focus when the need arises. For example, if during your warm-up you're feeling sluggish, imagining a previous best round or previous quality drive can help get things back on track. You can also use imagery as a means of refocusing during the event if need be.
2013年10月14日星期一
Clay Tennis Court Construction
The very name of clay court reminds you of French open, Italia Open and the god of clay court - Rafael Nadal. The concept of clay courts is highly variable in terms of materials and the methods of clay tennis court construction, so an in-depth know-how is an utmost requisite. In many countries including France and United States the so called Clay Courts actually may not contain Clay at all. The reasons why they are called so are because they tend to behave very much similar to a clay court. Today the fast-dry type courts are very popular due to their building cost and low maintenance. These are known to be the "Synthetic Clay "courts. When deciding among the Natural and Synthetic courts there are few points that need to be taken care of. First thing to check is the availability of synthetic materials in your locality. For example if good quality clay is available then it might be cheaper to build a clay court than importing synthetic granules to build a court. The climate also plays an important role. As natural clay tends to hold and capture moisture for a long it cause sever building damage if the place you are staying has far amount of precipitation. Cost of maintenance, a clay court with surface level drainage system will definitely cost less than maintaining a below surface level irrigation for synthetic court. Not to be forgotten the availability of water source for natural clay court.
Following are the tips for constructions:
Firstly check with the authorities if a special permission will be required to build a tennis court. Usually if your backyard is the place then no permission is required.
A standard tennis court is 120ft by 60ft, but for general purpose court 110ft by 55ft will the do the job quite adequately. Not only this it can save a fortune which can be used in building a store house.
Fencing around the back of the tennis court can be visually less intrusive.
The thickness of the clay tennis court can impact the speed and bounce of the ball. A thicker court will mean the ball will speed away after hitting the ground. Similarly a softer court will slow down the speed but for the very same reason the ball bounces higher and a player gets more time to take his or her shot.
As discussed earlier drainage can take a severe toll on your budget if not planned properly. The elevation of the court if same as the surrounding area will assist a lot in surface level drainage system.
For a natural clay court, the basic rule goes like 8 inches of cinders, then 1.5 inches of gravel , 3 inches of clay and on top around 1 inch of surface mixture. Color of the surface is very important in reducing the glare of the sun.
The aesthetics of the court should be given extreme care. For a great range of color and textures there are varieties of materials available today. Not only texture, they also come in various grades from very fine to coarse materials. These can play important role to control from the amount of slide to the speed of play. The depth of granules over the surface can be cleverly adjusted to control the degree of slide on a synthetic clay court.
Dusting the tennis court with chloride of calcium helps to bind the surface material and make the courts wear better.
Even after every care been taken there can be chances that after first rain small depressions start to appear. These should be marked and gradually brought to grade by light top dressing of the clay surface mixing.
Finally, a court set open on the landscape can be somewhat of an eyesore. Plant some trees at a distance so that broken shadows dont fall on the court. Also borders of low shrubs around the court can harmonize the same with a natural look.
Following are the tips for constructions:
Firstly check with the authorities if a special permission will be required to build a tennis court. Usually if your backyard is the place then no permission is required.
A standard tennis court is 120ft by 60ft, but for general purpose court 110ft by 55ft will the do the job quite adequately. Not only this it can save a fortune which can be used in building a store house.
Fencing around the back of the tennis court can be visually less intrusive.
The thickness of the clay tennis court can impact the speed and bounce of the ball. A thicker court will mean the ball will speed away after hitting the ground. Similarly a softer court will slow down the speed but for the very same reason the ball bounces higher and a player gets more time to take his or her shot.
As discussed earlier drainage can take a severe toll on your budget if not planned properly. The elevation of the court if same as the surrounding area will assist a lot in surface level drainage system.
For a natural clay court, the basic rule goes like 8 inches of cinders, then 1.5 inches of gravel , 3 inches of clay and on top around 1 inch of surface mixture. Color of the surface is very important in reducing the glare of the sun.
The aesthetics of the court should be given extreme care. For a great range of color and textures there are varieties of materials available today. Not only texture, they also come in various grades from very fine to coarse materials. These can play important role to control from the amount of slide to the speed of play. The depth of granules over the surface can be cleverly adjusted to control the degree of slide on a synthetic clay court.
Dusting the tennis court with chloride of calcium helps to bind the surface material and make the courts wear better.
Even after every care been taken there can be chances that after first rain small depressions start to appear. These should be marked and gradually brought to grade by light top dressing of the clay surface mixing.
Finally, a court set open on the landscape can be somewhat of an eyesore. Plant some trees at a distance so that broken shadows dont fall on the court. Also borders of low shrubs around the court can harmonize the same with a natural look.
2013年10月13日星期日
Cosmetic Surgery For Your Golf Mind
What does cosmetic surgery and golf have in common? This may seem to be a strange question because at first these two things are so totally different. But there are aspects of golf mentality which align with the emotional links to cosmetic surgery.
If you look at why people seek cosmetic surgery it is because they want to look better. This is the obvious reason. But underlying that, they would like to feel more accepted, attractive and confident. These are the real reasons why they go to the severe lengths of invasive surgery. For some people their surgery provides this result, but not for all. Sometimes all that is achieved is their superficial goal and not the real results which they so crave.
In golf, you frequently hear people passing comment about the look of another person's swing, or their own. Golfers find themselves thinking that so and so’s swing is a beautiful sight; that it is so rhythmic, compact, elegant, etc,etc. Golfers also comment on another golfer "keeping his head down" or remaining still. And then these same golfers go away and try to make their swing or their body look like that other person's.
Golfer's buy endless gear and have loads of lessons and trying to achieve a particular "look" is one part of their focus. It is very easy to get carried away by the look of a golf swing and forget that the ultimate goal is to get the job done; to get the ball into the hole in as few strokes as possible. What does the look of your swing actually have to do with this goal?
Like cosmetic surgery, a beautiful swing does not always provide you with the confidence that you crave. And success in golf, as in everything in life, is dependent on that particular ingredient - confidence. Yes, there are certain basics within a swing which are going to make it easier to hit the ball square and along the right swing path. But an ugly swing can in fact work just as effectively, if not more so.
Having confidence in an ugly swing is going to get the job done far more effectively than a beautiful swing or so called ideal technique in which you have little or no confidence.
Roseanna Leaton, avid golfer and specialist in golf hypnosis mp3s and author of the GolferWithin golf mind training system to provide golf confidence for amateurs and professionals alike.
P.S. Discover how to develop your golf confidence. Grab a free putting mind mp3 from my website now.
If you look at why people seek cosmetic surgery it is because they want to look better. This is the obvious reason. But underlying that, they would like to feel more accepted, attractive and confident. These are the real reasons why they go to the severe lengths of invasive surgery. For some people their surgery provides this result, but not for all. Sometimes all that is achieved is their superficial goal and not the real results which they so crave.
In golf, you frequently hear people passing comment about the look of another person's swing, or their own. Golfers find themselves thinking that so and so’s swing is a beautiful sight; that it is so rhythmic, compact, elegant, etc,etc. Golfers also comment on another golfer "keeping his head down" or remaining still. And then these same golfers go away and try to make their swing or their body look like that other person's.
Golfer's buy endless gear and have loads of lessons and trying to achieve a particular "look" is one part of their focus. It is very easy to get carried away by the look of a golf swing and forget that the ultimate goal is to get the job done; to get the ball into the hole in as few strokes as possible. What does the look of your swing actually have to do with this goal?
Like cosmetic surgery, a beautiful swing does not always provide you with the confidence that you crave. And success in golf, as in everything in life, is dependent on that particular ingredient - confidence. Yes, there are certain basics within a swing which are going to make it easier to hit the ball square and along the right swing path. But an ugly swing can in fact work just as effectively, if not more so.
Having confidence in an ugly swing is going to get the job done far more effectively than a beautiful swing or so called ideal technique in which you have little or no confidence.
Roseanna Leaton, avid golfer and specialist in golf hypnosis mp3s and author of the GolferWithin golf mind training system to provide golf confidence for amateurs and professionals alike.
P.S. Discover how to develop your golf confidence. Grab a free putting mind mp3 from my website now.
How Does Buying Sports picks
As many beginning sports bettors learn, making your selection can be a though task. Often time these novice bettors will seek the opinions of a professional sports handicapper. There is nothing wrong with hiring the services of pro. Think of it as seeking the advice of a financial professional for someone who wants to invest in stocks but doesn’t know what to buy. Sports investing are no different.
How does sports buying and selling truly function? How is it distinct than sports betting? The truly fascinating factor about sports market is how they are organized and the way dynamic the buying and selling process is. Not like sports betting there is no line or odds. Rather than betting on the group at specific set cost, you produce a trade around the rankings ladder or level spread of a reside sport. You are able to acquire or promote a group, player, or sport inside the standing and around the stage spread of no matter what marketplace you select. This generates elasticity with in a marketplace exactly where purchasers can turn out to be sellers, and setters turn in to customers inside a dynamic battle with the marketplace.
As many beginning sports bettors learn, making your selections can be a tough task. Often times these novice bettors will seek the opinions of a professional sports handicapper. There is nothing wrong with hiring the services of a pro. Think of it as seeking the advice of a financial professional for someone who wants to invest in stocks but doesn't know what to buy. Sports investing are no different.
Sports betting don’t accomplish elasticity. Even if you're reside betting, you might have to pick in case you desire to accept a set bookie cost after which you might be caught together with your wager till the finish from the sport. Positive you are able to constantly make yet another wager later on should you wish to alter your place, but you'll essentially be drowning your self within the juice which is produced by betting odds. How enjoyable is always that?
Sports buying and selling clearly produces freedom and liquidity inside the marketplace location. Now lets get a nearer take a look at the various sorts of markets you are able to take part in whenever you trade sports.
Using the services of more than one handicapper allows you to ride the hot streaks of each handicapper and avoid the cold streaks increasing your profit, but again this would be twice as costly as paying a single handicapper. So what's the best solution?
The best way to get the pros top picks while eliminating the high cost as well as those nasty cold streaks is to use a professional sports picks network. Using only the picks from the cappers on hot streaks and sharing the cost with other bettors makes sense... and profit.
How does sports buying and selling truly function? How is it distinct than sports betting? The truly fascinating factor about sports market is how they are organized and the way dynamic the buying and selling process is. Not like sports betting there is no line or odds. Rather than betting on the group at specific set cost, you produce a trade around the rankings ladder or level spread of a reside sport. You are able to acquire or promote a group, player, or sport inside the standing and around the stage spread of no matter what marketplace you select. This generates elasticity with in a marketplace exactly where purchasers can turn out to be sellers, and setters turn in to customers inside a dynamic battle with the marketplace.
As many beginning sports bettors learn, making your selections can be a tough task. Often times these novice bettors will seek the opinions of a professional sports handicapper. There is nothing wrong with hiring the services of a pro. Think of it as seeking the advice of a financial professional for someone who wants to invest in stocks but doesn't know what to buy. Sports investing are no different.
Sports betting don’t accomplish elasticity. Even if you're reside betting, you might have to pick in case you desire to accept a set bookie cost after which you might be caught together with your wager till the finish from the sport. Positive you are able to constantly make yet another wager later on should you wish to alter your place, but you'll essentially be drowning your self within the juice which is produced by betting odds. How enjoyable is always that?
Sports buying and selling clearly produces freedom and liquidity inside the marketplace location. Now lets get a nearer take a look at the various sorts of markets you are able to take part in whenever you trade sports.
Using the services of more than one handicapper allows you to ride the hot streaks of each handicapper and avoid the cold streaks increasing your profit, but again this would be twice as costly as paying a single handicapper. So what's the best solution?
The best way to get the pros top picks while eliminating the high cost as well as those nasty cold streaks is to use a professional sports picks network. Using only the picks from the cappers on hot streaks and sharing the cost with other bettors makes sense... and profit.
2013年10月10日星期四
Barcelona and Real Madrid make La Liga Primera one of the most watched league in Europe
The constant duels between Barcelona and Real Madrid, in a wide range of competitions, from the domestic league, the Copa del Rey and The UEFA Champions League, the games disputed between these two teams, brought thrilling entertainment to fans and watchers from all over the world.
No wonder Spain is the current World and European Champion. The vast majority of players that are selected for the Spanish National Team are from Barcelona and Real Madrid. Victor Valdes, Gerard Pique, Carles Puyol, Xavi Hernandez, David Villa, Andres Iniesta from Barcelona, Iker Casillas, Sergio Ramos, Xabi Alonso from Real Madrid are all key players for the Spanish National team, and the value of those players and the work and sacrifices they have made, brought them 2 international trophies, in the last 2 most important international tournaments, the 2008 European Championship and the 2010 World Cup.
In this season of the Liga Primera, Barcelona is clearly dominating this competition. With only one loss in the entire season, in the second round against Hercules, Barcelona is leading the table with 88 points, 8 points ahead rivals Real Madrid with only 5 rounds still left to be played. Against Real Madrid they got a memorable 5-0 win in the first game played at home in the 13`th round. Real Madrid tried to get their revenge at home, but they could only get a 1-1 draw, and that after Barcelona opening the score and Real Madrid running for the equalizer.
If the title is almost sure in Barcelona`s stand, the other important trophy in the Spanish football, the Copa del Rey trophy went to Madrid. Very close game, with lots of opportunities from both teams. After 90 minutes it was 0-0, but it took only a slight error by Barcelona`s defense to let Cristiano Ronaldo open to have a chance to the goal. He scored with a great head-kick and the trophy went to Madrid.
Real Madrid brought Jose Mourihno on the bench this year, and they thought that will be enough to win the Championship and the Champions League this year. Well it was not nearly enough and both competitions seem out of reach this year. It looks like they will have to settle with the Copa del Rey trophy and hope for better results next year.
They started well the championship with 12 games without defeat, but then the fatidic 13'th round came and they were demolished by Barcelona, 5-0. They tried to came back in the Championship, but they ended loosing more games as they should have, getting the loss number to 3, the last one at home, 3 rounds ago against Gijon.
They still hold the record for the most UEFA Champions League trophies won, 9 and they will hold it for some time to come, but this year the 10`th trophy seems to be out of reach. There is still one game left to be played, and they will travel to Barcelona next week in a show of courage. This club is noted for its ability to make the impossible possible. This is Real Madrid and with this spirit it will travel to the Camp Nou in an attempt to turn around a tie that many might consider hopeless.
With the end of the season fast approaching, both teams will try their best to achieve the goals they have still to play for, La Liga and the Champions League, high hopes for Barcelona to win both trophies, Real Madrid must start to believe in miracles.
No wonder Spain is the current World and European Champion. The vast majority of players that are selected for the Spanish National Team are from Barcelona and Real Madrid. Victor Valdes, Gerard Pique, Carles Puyol, Xavi Hernandez, David Villa, Andres Iniesta from Barcelona, Iker Casillas, Sergio Ramos, Xabi Alonso from Real Madrid are all key players for the Spanish National team, and the value of those players and the work and sacrifices they have made, brought them 2 international trophies, in the last 2 most important international tournaments, the 2008 European Championship and the 2010 World Cup.
In this season of the Liga Primera, Barcelona is clearly dominating this competition. With only one loss in the entire season, in the second round against Hercules, Barcelona is leading the table with 88 points, 8 points ahead rivals Real Madrid with only 5 rounds still left to be played. Against Real Madrid they got a memorable 5-0 win in the first game played at home in the 13`th round. Real Madrid tried to get their revenge at home, but they could only get a 1-1 draw, and that after Barcelona opening the score and Real Madrid running for the equalizer.
If the title is almost sure in Barcelona`s stand, the other important trophy in the Spanish football, the Copa del Rey trophy went to Madrid. Very close game, with lots of opportunities from both teams. After 90 minutes it was 0-0, but it took only a slight error by Barcelona`s defense to let Cristiano Ronaldo open to have a chance to the goal. He scored with a great head-kick and the trophy went to Madrid.
Real Madrid brought Jose Mourihno on the bench this year, and they thought that will be enough to win the Championship and the Champions League this year. Well it was not nearly enough and both competitions seem out of reach this year. It looks like they will have to settle with the Copa del Rey trophy and hope for better results next year.
They started well the championship with 12 games without defeat, but then the fatidic 13'th round came and they were demolished by Barcelona, 5-0. They tried to came back in the Championship, but they ended loosing more games as they should have, getting the loss number to 3, the last one at home, 3 rounds ago against Gijon.
They still hold the record for the most UEFA Champions League trophies won, 9 and they will hold it for some time to come, but this year the 10`th trophy seems to be out of reach. There is still one game left to be played, and they will travel to Barcelona next week in a show of courage. This club is noted for its ability to make the impossible possible. This is Real Madrid and with this spirit it will travel to the Camp Nou in an attempt to turn around a tie that many might consider hopeless.
With the end of the season fast approaching, both teams will try their best to achieve the goals they have still to play for, La Liga and the Champions League, high hopes for Barcelona to win both trophies, Real Madrid must start to believe in miracles.
Spurs wins in OT and survives the Grizzlies
The Spurs had only 1.7 seconds left. They needed a miracle to stave off elimination. And quite frankly it seemed as if they had used up their miracle shot already.
The San Antonio Spurs had the best record in the Western Conference Regular Season. At 61-21 overall and 36-5 at home, Tim Duncan and the rest of the Spurs had a good argument to aim at bigger things. Many of us believed that given the right conditions, we could see one heck of a matchup between the Spurs and the LA Lakers down the stretch. Little did I know (and I assume, that was the case for most everyone else) that the Memphis Grizzlies were going to work San Antonio so hard.
We have to face the fact that Memphis had been the dominant force in this game. This game five could have been the last game of the season for San Antonio. The Spurs had only 1.7 seconds left. They needed a miracle to stave off elimination. And quite frankly it seemed as if they had used up their miracle shot already. When there were only 3.3 seconds left in regulation time, the Argentinean Manu Ginobili, who scored 33 points, hit a long corner jumper while falling out of bounds in front of the Spurs bench. The shot was originally ruled as a 3-pointer. Upon further review, the official called it a 2-pointer as Manu’s left toe was over the line. That kept the Spurs behind by 95-94, and after two free throws from Memphis, the Spurs were down 97-94 with only 1.2 seconds to go.
Gary Neal had just completed a 3-point beauty in O.J. Mayo’s face to keep the Spurs alive.
If the Spurs knew any tricks, if they knew how to invoke yet another miracle, this was the time to do it. There was no tomorrow for San Antonio. It was time to pick their clutch time man. But who was going to take the shot? Manu Ginobili, or Tony Parker, perhaps Tim Duncan could repeat his memorable tying 3-pointer with 3 seconds left against Phoenix in the 2008 playoffs in an electric double-overtime win? Well, it was an undrafted rookie who managed to catch the inbound pass with just 1.2 seconds to turn, drive and jump from behind the three-point arch. Time expired as the ball flied down to the rim. Gary Neal had just completed a 3-point beauty in O.J. Mayo’s face to keep the Spurs alive.
Once in overtime things got interesting, but not nearly as close as they did in the fourth quarter. Zach Randolph led the Memphis Grizzlies with 26 points and 11 rebounds. He was brilliant down the stretch where he scored 18 points in the fourth quarter and overtime. The Spurs, on the other hand, reacted to the pressure and found an answer in Tony Parker’s game. He assured a Game 6 in the overtime scoring 6 of his 24 points in the overtime.
Only eight teams in NBA history have ever come back from a 3-1 deficit in a 7 game series. The odds are not necessarily on their side, but the Spurs, seem to have what it takes to put on one heck of a fight. San Antonio was the NBA's winningest team for most of the season, until the Chicago Bulls caught up with them. San Antonio needs desperately to become that 9th team this season. They all know this might be their last good shot to win a fifth championship in the Duncan era.
The San Antonio Spurs had the best record in the Western Conference Regular Season. At 61-21 overall and 36-5 at home, Tim Duncan and the rest of the Spurs had a good argument to aim at bigger things. Many of us believed that given the right conditions, we could see one heck of a matchup between the Spurs and the LA Lakers down the stretch. Little did I know (and I assume, that was the case for most everyone else) that the Memphis Grizzlies were going to work San Antonio so hard.
We have to face the fact that Memphis had been the dominant force in this game. This game five could have been the last game of the season for San Antonio. The Spurs had only 1.7 seconds left. They needed a miracle to stave off elimination. And quite frankly it seemed as if they had used up their miracle shot already. When there were only 3.3 seconds left in regulation time, the Argentinean Manu Ginobili, who scored 33 points, hit a long corner jumper while falling out of bounds in front of the Spurs bench. The shot was originally ruled as a 3-pointer. Upon further review, the official called it a 2-pointer as Manu’s left toe was over the line. That kept the Spurs behind by 95-94, and after two free throws from Memphis, the Spurs were down 97-94 with only 1.2 seconds to go.
Gary Neal had just completed a 3-point beauty in O.J. Mayo’s face to keep the Spurs alive.
If the Spurs knew any tricks, if they knew how to invoke yet another miracle, this was the time to do it. There was no tomorrow for San Antonio. It was time to pick their clutch time man. But who was going to take the shot? Manu Ginobili, or Tony Parker, perhaps Tim Duncan could repeat his memorable tying 3-pointer with 3 seconds left against Phoenix in the 2008 playoffs in an electric double-overtime win? Well, it was an undrafted rookie who managed to catch the inbound pass with just 1.2 seconds to turn, drive and jump from behind the three-point arch. Time expired as the ball flied down to the rim. Gary Neal had just completed a 3-point beauty in O.J. Mayo’s face to keep the Spurs alive.
Once in overtime things got interesting, but not nearly as close as they did in the fourth quarter. Zach Randolph led the Memphis Grizzlies with 26 points and 11 rebounds. He was brilliant down the stretch where he scored 18 points in the fourth quarter and overtime. The Spurs, on the other hand, reacted to the pressure and found an answer in Tony Parker’s game. He assured a Game 6 in the overtime scoring 6 of his 24 points in the overtime.
Only eight teams in NBA history have ever come back from a 3-1 deficit in a 7 game series. The odds are not necessarily on their side, but the Spurs, seem to have what it takes to put on one heck of a fight. San Antonio was the NBA's winningest team for most of the season, until the Chicago Bulls caught up with them. San Antonio needs desperately to become that 9th team this season. They all know this might be their last good shot to win a fifth championship in the Duncan era.
2013年10月8日星期二
Greatest Approaches For Planning Basketball Drills
Most basketball players know that if they want to get better they need to practice often, but there are various ways drills should be planned so as to be as effective as possible. You have to carefully consider the particular team and the individual players before you decide what drills to use. You will need to consider the skill level of each player, as well as what skills the individual players need to build. If you want to create the best basketball drills, use the following tips and techniques.
The drills you plan, whether they are for you or they're for other people, need to be planned with an understanding of why drills are so crucial. Some players feel that if they play enough games, that drills are redundant.
When players such as these aren't playing basketball, they will play with a few friends or they'll just practice their jump shots on their own. It's no wonder that these players find these activities more engaging than organized drills, but that's the problem. Playing basketball will only have you concentrating on shooting and scoring, while drills will actually help you develop the skills necessary to shoot and score effectively. Everyone has to work on practicing essential aspects of the game, over and over again, even if it can be tedious. The alternative is to keep making the same mistakes without progressing. Basketball drills were made up to isolate different skills and make the players continue doing them until they are done properly. In addition to dribbling and taking shots, it is essential that players are basically comfortable and capable of handling the ball at gametime. This means that they are capable of smoothly shifting position and not lose control of the ball or be get out of balance. That's why drills such as the Figure 8, where you move the ball through your legs and all around your body are so important. Players must know how to shift the ball with or without dribbling it, and without viewing it because this is the requirement for playing during the games.
Basketball drills should always concentrate on a specific part of the game, like shooting. Players aren't likely to get bored practicing how to shoot because that's how they score in the game, and so shooting is one of the primary aspects of the entire game. Shooting fouls is one drill they should focus on, but they also need to work on shooting from all different positions, and also while being guarded. The best shooters in basketball are able to make split second decisions on when to shoot, and they have to be able to aim and throw the ball from almost any position on the court. Basketball drills need to focus on this specific skill.
Basketball drills are a part of the game that is critical for beginners and experts alike. Even professional players will not do it properly if they do not practice on a regular basis. Drills provide players an avenue for learning how to do skills correctly and to brush up on the things that they need to practice. The suggestions discussed above should be kept in mind when planning basketball drills, so your team can make the most of its practice time.
There's no question that there are various things that can assist you to boost your abilities in almost any sport, including basketball,football and volley ball, and probably the most important of them is the vertical jump ability.
In case you would like to increase your vertical jump skill, then take a look at the sites down the page for a couple of recommendations.
The drills you plan, whether they are for you or they're for other people, need to be planned with an understanding of why drills are so crucial. Some players feel that if they play enough games, that drills are redundant.
When players such as these aren't playing basketball, they will play with a few friends or they'll just practice their jump shots on their own. It's no wonder that these players find these activities more engaging than organized drills, but that's the problem. Playing basketball will only have you concentrating on shooting and scoring, while drills will actually help you develop the skills necessary to shoot and score effectively. Everyone has to work on practicing essential aspects of the game, over and over again, even if it can be tedious. The alternative is to keep making the same mistakes without progressing. Basketball drills were made up to isolate different skills and make the players continue doing them until they are done properly. In addition to dribbling and taking shots, it is essential that players are basically comfortable and capable of handling the ball at gametime. This means that they are capable of smoothly shifting position and not lose control of the ball or be get out of balance. That's why drills such as the Figure 8, where you move the ball through your legs and all around your body are so important. Players must know how to shift the ball with or without dribbling it, and without viewing it because this is the requirement for playing during the games.
Basketball drills should always concentrate on a specific part of the game, like shooting. Players aren't likely to get bored practicing how to shoot because that's how they score in the game, and so shooting is one of the primary aspects of the entire game. Shooting fouls is one drill they should focus on, but they also need to work on shooting from all different positions, and also while being guarded. The best shooters in basketball are able to make split second decisions on when to shoot, and they have to be able to aim and throw the ball from almost any position on the court. Basketball drills need to focus on this specific skill.
Basketball drills are a part of the game that is critical for beginners and experts alike. Even professional players will not do it properly if they do not practice on a regular basis. Drills provide players an avenue for learning how to do skills correctly and to brush up on the things that they need to practice. The suggestions discussed above should be kept in mind when planning basketball drills, so your team can make the most of its practice time.
There's no question that there are various things that can assist you to boost your abilities in almost any sport, including basketball,football and volley ball, and probably the most important of them is the vertical jump ability.
In case you would like to increase your vertical jump skill, then take a look at the sites down the page for a couple of recommendations.
Go Golfing And Use These Tips To Win
While golf is a simply game in concept, the reality is that it requires much more thought than simply getting the little white ball into the hole. If you want the ball to follow your vision, you must be accurate, patient, and have a strong upper body. Keep reading for guidance on how to improve your game.
In golf, being in a positive, competitive mental state is of equal importance as being prepared physically. Try to forget about other stresses you have and focus on your golf game.
Focus 100% on your upcoming shot. Don't dwell on a bad play at the previous hole, or worry about what's up ahead, but concentrate on the task at hand. When you do make a mistake, just take note of what you did wrong. From there make the changes necessary to succeed; you don't want to let them consume you.
If you have access to a golf simulator, practice your swing on it. If you don't find ways to practice in other ways. A good swing is the core element of a solid game.
See to it that you're holding the golf club the right way before your swing. Your thumbs should stay pointed downward, and the handle of the club should sit lightly against your palms. Your hands should be touching. Make sure you are choking up on your club if you desire to hit your ball longer distances.
For a better golf swing, you should have flexible, strong, and limber arms. While arms are not everything when it comes to a golf swing, adding muscle can help add a little extra power. You should also make sure they are stretched and massaged well. Massage helps loosen the muscles and joints, and supports the movements necessary for the best golf swing. Yoga can be a great way to keep your arms and torso flexible to ensure you have a smooth golf swing.
The best way to improve your overall golf game is to improve your stance. The position you have usually dictates the distance your golf ball travels. The golf ball will not travel very far if you slouch too much or too little.
Try making the next round more interesting by offering a reward. For example, set up a small prize of lunch or drinks in order to spice up the game more than it would be to play for the best score. The prize doesn't need to be valuable, it's really just there to make your usual weekend game a little more fun.
Stay between 3 and 5 feet behind the ball, looking at where you want to hit it to. Remember to consider external factors as well, such as wind. Thinking briefly before taking your swing will help you hit the ball in the right direction. Once you are ready to take the shot, you can confidently swing and send the ball flying where you intended it to go.
Don't use your legs too much when you golf. This may be detrimental to your swing. Your legs are critically important for giving you power and shifting your weight properly, but you need to avoid doing it excessively. Excessive leg movement will detract speed from the club and reduce distance from your swing.
Avoid stiffening your swing when you are on the approach to the ball. This is a common mistake that will impact your game. When it's time to hit your ball, you want to do it properly, with power coming from loose muscles free of rigidity. If you're as stiff as a wall, your improvement will not happen.
Nearly anyone can enjoy a good game of golf, but only people who take golf seriously will strive to make their swing perfect. With the benefit of the tips provided here, you can supercharge your own golf game.
In golf, being in a positive, competitive mental state is of equal importance as being prepared physically. Try to forget about other stresses you have and focus on your golf game.
Focus 100% on your upcoming shot. Don't dwell on a bad play at the previous hole, or worry about what's up ahead, but concentrate on the task at hand. When you do make a mistake, just take note of what you did wrong. From there make the changes necessary to succeed; you don't want to let them consume you.
If you have access to a golf simulator, practice your swing on it. If you don't find ways to practice in other ways. A good swing is the core element of a solid game.
See to it that you're holding the golf club the right way before your swing. Your thumbs should stay pointed downward, and the handle of the club should sit lightly against your palms. Your hands should be touching. Make sure you are choking up on your club if you desire to hit your ball longer distances.
For a better golf swing, you should have flexible, strong, and limber arms. While arms are not everything when it comes to a golf swing, adding muscle can help add a little extra power. You should also make sure they are stretched and massaged well. Massage helps loosen the muscles and joints, and supports the movements necessary for the best golf swing. Yoga can be a great way to keep your arms and torso flexible to ensure you have a smooth golf swing.
The best way to improve your overall golf game is to improve your stance. The position you have usually dictates the distance your golf ball travels. The golf ball will not travel very far if you slouch too much or too little.
Try making the next round more interesting by offering a reward. For example, set up a small prize of lunch or drinks in order to spice up the game more than it would be to play for the best score. The prize doesn't need to be valuable, it's really just there to make your usual weekend game a little more fun.
Stay between 3 and 5 feet behind the ball, looking at where you want to hit it to. Remember to consider external factors as well, such as wind. Thinking briefly before taking your swing will help you hit the ball in the right direction. Once you are ready to take the shot, you can confidently swing and send the ball flying where you intended it to go.
Don't use your legs too much when you golf. This may be detrimental to your swing. Your legs are critically important for giving you power and shifting your weight properly, but you need to avoid doing it excessively. Excessive leg movement will detract speed from the club and reduce distance from your swing.
Avoid stiffening your swing when you are on the approach to the ball. This is a common mistake that will impact your game. When it's time to hit your ball, you want to do it properly, with power coming from loose muscles free of rigidity. If you're as stiff as a wall, your improvement will not happen.
Nearly anyone can enjoy a good game of golf, but only people who take golf seriously will strive to make their swing perfect. With the benefit of the tips provided here, you can supercharge your own golf game.
Differences Between Money Lines and Points Spreads
Straight bets are the most common ones amongst the different wagering types, and the reason of their popularity is their simplicity, as the bettor is asked to make a single pick either on the money line, the side or the over/under, granting him a 50/50 chance of winning the wager.
When putting a bet on the money line, you are betting to a particular team, player or sporting event to win, you can either pick the favorite or the underdog, the favored line looks like -300, which means that in order to win $100 dollars, you need to place a wager for $300, which will pay you a total of $400, which is the amount you bet plus your winnings.
And when it comes to the non-favored team, you are provided with a line that looks like +400, which means that in order to make $400, you need to place a bet for $100, which is an indication of how hard it will be to win it, as you get to risk less to win more.
Wagering on the point spread allows the bettor to wager on a favored line that looks like -5, which means that in order to win the bet, your picked team needs to come up with a victory that can actually cover the spread. For example, if you bet on the Bulls -5, and the final score is Chicago 100, Miami 92, it means that you win the bet because when you take 5 points out of your team’s final score, it comes to be 95, which is still higher than the 92 points from the Heat.
On the other hand, if the final score was 100-97, and you picked the Bulls at -5, it means that even though your selected team won the game, you lost the wager, as when you take 5 points out of the 100, you end up with 95, which is less than Miami’s 97 final points.
The difference between point spreads and money lines is that when you bet on the latest, you get to riskmore cash on the favorite, but possibilities of winning are higher, while sides are often -110 lines, which means that for every $110 dollars that you wager, you will get an extra $100 in return, which makes it a more convenient way of placing wagers for regular bettors.
As you can see, both lines and sides are quite attractive, which is why it is quite recommended to try both for a while to check which wagering type is actually the one that is more appealing to you.
When putting a bet on the money line, you are betting to a particular team, player or sporting event to win, you can either pick the favorite or the underdog, the favored line looks like -300, which means that in order to win $100 dollars, you need to place a wager for $300, which will pay you a total of $400, which is the amount you bet plus your winnings.
And when it comes to the non-favored team, you are provided with a line that looks like +400, which means that in order to make $400, you need to place a bet for $100, which is an indication of how hard it will be to win it, as you get to risk less to win more.
Wagering on the point spread allows the bettor to wager on a favored line that looks like -5, which means that in order to win the bet, your picked team needs to come up with a victory that can actually cover the spread. For example, if you bet on the Bulls -5, and the final score is Chicago 100, Miami 92, it means that you win the bet because when you take 5 points out of your team’s final score, it comes to be 95, which is still higher than the 92 points from the Heat.
On the other hand, if the final score was 100-97, and you picked the Bulls at -5, it means that even though your selected team won the game, you lost the wager, as when you take 5 points out of the 100, you end up with 95, which is less than Miami’s 97 final points.
The difference between point spreads and money lines is that when you bet on the latest, you get to riskmore cash on the favorite, but possibilities of winning are higher, while sides are often -110 lines, which means that for every $110 dollars that you wager, you will get an extra $100 in return, which makes it a more convenient way of placing wagers for regular bettors.
As you can see, both lines and sides are quite attractive, which is why it is quite recommended to try both for a while to check which wagering type is actually the one that is more appealing to you.
2013年9月29日星期日
Tim's Auto Body Inc. Van Buren AR
With customers telling us that they will not entrust their vehicles to anyone else butTims Auto Body, we could not help but strive hard to live up to their expectations. Of course, there are other bigger automotive shops around the Van Buren, AR area where we do business. However, no one can beat the reliable and personalize service we provide our customers.
At Tims Auto Body, we make sure that our customers are entertained the moment they arrive at the shop. Our staff will immediately determine what you need and refer you to the right people who can provide the necessary automotive service that your vehicle requires. This ensures that you do not waste more time than what is necessary to get your vehicle back in good shape.
While we are known as a collision repair shop, we offer a variety of automotive services that responds to the most common vehicle problems of car owners in the community. We have served this locality for years and the people here know that we mean business. Among our loyal customers are dealerships, individual car owners and fleet management companies based in or out of the area. If you find your vehicle in dire need of some loving care while you are within our vicinity, then our shop is open Mondays to Friday.
As a locally-owned business, Tims Auto Body puts a lot of premium on referrals. This means we rely on each of our customers to spread the good news about our automotive shop. To encourage them to recommend our shop to their family and friends, we make sure that we provide the best service possible at all times. We pride our quick response to all situations every time a vehicle is brought to the shop for regular maintenance or for emergency services.
Service we offer
As a full-service automotive shop, we are capable of providing automotive painting, collision repair, preventative maintenance, paintless dent repair, paint repair, paintless dent removal, body work services, custom design, pinstripping, airbrushing, design and custom paint.
Our computerized measuring method and computerized estimates ensure that all estimates are done professionally and correctly. We know how busy you are with your work or business and getting your vehicles in and out of the shop can take a toll on your schedule. This is why we offer a 24-hour towing service 7 times a week. We can also pick up and drop off your vehicles at designated areas for your convenience.
With our technicians certified by the National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence, you can expect improved quality of service and repair of your vehicles at all times. This certification simply means that our technicians did not only pass several examinations but they also have at least two years of hands-on automotive body repair experience.
Why bring your vehicles somewhere else when you can entrust them with a reliable automotive shop like Tims Auto Body? After all, our labor and paint jobs come with a written lifetime warranty so you have nothing to lose but everything to gain.
At Tims Auto Body, we make sure that our customers are entertained the moment they arrive at the shop. Our staff will immediately determine what you need and refer you to the right people who can provide the necessary automotive service that your vehicle requires. This ensures that you do not waste more time than what is necessary to get your vehicle back in good shape.
While we are known as a collision repair shop, we offer a variety of automotive services that responds to the most common vehicle problems of car owners in the community. We have served this locality for years and the people here know that we mean business. Among our loyal customers are dealerships, individual car owners and fleet management companies based in or out of the area. If you find your vehicle in dire need of some loving care while you are within our vicinity, then our shop is open Mondays to Friday.
As a locally-owned business, Tims Auto Body puts a lot of premium on referrals. This means we rely on each of our customers to spread the good news about our automotive shop. To encourage them to recommend our shop to their family and friends, we make sure that we provide the best service possible at all times. We pride our quick response to all situations every time a vehicle is brought to the shop for regular maintenance or for emergency services.
Service we offer
As a full-service automotive shop, we are capable of providing automotive painting, collision repair, preventative maintenance, paintless dent repair, paint repair, paintless dent removal, body work services, custom design, pinstripping, airbrushing, design and custom paint.
Our computerized measuring method and computerized estimates ensure that all estimates are done professionally and correctly. We know how busy you are with your work or business and getting your vehicles in and out of the shop can take a toll on your schedule. This is why we offer a 24-hour towing service 7 times a week. We can also pick up and drop off your vehicles at designated areas for your convenience.
With our technicians certified by the National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence, you can expect improved quality of service and repair of your vehicles at all times. This certification simply means that our technicians did not only pass several examinations but they also have at least two years of hands-on automotive body repair experience.
Why bring your vehicles somewhere else when you can entrust them with a reliable automotive shop like Tims Auto Body? After all, our labor and paint jobs come with a written lifetime warranty so you have nothing to lose but everything to gain.
RP Auto Service Redmond WA
Redmond City may be known as the Northwest bicycle capital but don’t be fooled because there are quite a number of motor vehicles in the area being serviced by RP Auto. This suburban city has become popular thanks to Microsoft so we do get several visitors now and then who stop by the shop for minor automotive services.
Our loyal customers will tell you that whether you are a new or a returning customer, our hospitable staff will welcome you with open arms. This is the brand of hospitality for which RP Auto is known for in these areas. After all, we are a family-owned shop along Redmond WA and we have done business within the community for a long time now.
Established presence
RP Auto continues to be a reliable figure in the area’s automotive industry even after 30 years in business. The secret to our staying power is the quality of service that we provide to all our customers no matter how small or big their repair requirements are. We have been consistent in providing good and reliable service to everyone who needed our expertise in a variety of automotive services.
We have been in the auto body services business for more than 30 years and we continue to operate locally. Our customers are assured that we provide quality service at all times. Our competitive advantage lies in our professionalism supported by our certification as an insured, bonded and licensed business.
While we operate a business, our priority is always the full satisfaction of our customers. Our Code of Ethics are among the best in the industry but don’t take our word for it; ask our customers instead. We are always upfront with our customers so they know what needs to be done with their vehicles as well as the corresponding costs.
What we offer
RP Auto strives hard to cater to the needs of our customers. Thus, we have equipped ourselves with equipment and human resources that are necessary for efficient auto body services. Our technicians are ASE-certified so you are assured that your repairs are being done scientifically. Our people constantly update themselves with the newest technologies in the automotive industry to serve you best.
We are capable of checking or repairing your cooling system, engine fuel system, emission system and engines. Our technicians will give you an overview about the condition of your vehicles and what is needed to bring its performance back to its efficient level. So whether you own a domestic vehicle or foreign vehicles, our technicians are ready to check them out.
At RP Auto, our main goal is to get your life back on track by making sure that your vehicles remain road-worthy and efficient. Do visit us when you happen to be within our business area and you will be surprised to see that it is possible to be comfortable and relaxed in an automotive shop. We are not just a traditional automotive shop but we are actually a friendly and reliable shop that can make your vehicles look new again.
Our loyal customers will tell you that whether you are a new or a returning customer, our hospitable staff will welcome you with open arms. This is the brand of hospitality for which RP Auto is known for in these areas. After all, we are a family-owned shop along Redmond WA and we have done business within the community for a long time now.
Established presence
RP Auto continues to be a reliable figure in the area’s automotive industry even after 30 years in business. The secret to our staying power is the quality of service that we provide to all our customers no matter how small or big their repair requirements are. We have been consistent in providing good and reliable service to everyone who needed our expertise in a variety of automotive services.
We have been in the auto body services business for more than 30 years and we continue to operate locally. Our customers are assured that we provide quality service at all times. Our competitive advantage lies in our professionalism supported by our certification as an insured, bonded and licensed business.
While we operate a business, our priority is always the full satisfaction of our customers. Our Code of Ethics are among the best in the industry but don’t take our word for it; ask our customers instead. We are always upfront with our customers so they know what needs to be done with their vehicles as well as the corresponding costs.
What we offer
RP Auto strives hard to cater to the needs of our customers. Thus, we have equipped ourselves with equipment and human resources that are necessary for efficient auto body services. Our technicians are ASE-certified so you are assured that your repairs are being done scientifically. Our people constantly update themselves with the newest technologies in the automotive industry to serve you best.
We are capable of checking or repairing your cooling system, engine fuel system, emission system and engines. Our technicians will give you an overview about the condition of your vehicles and what is needed to bring its performance back to its efficient level. So whether you own a domestic vehicle or foreign vehicles, our technicians are ready to check them out.
At RP Auto, our main goal is to get your life back on track by making sure that your vehicles remain road-worthy and efficient. Do visit us when you happen to be within our business area and you will be surprised to see that it is possible to be comfortable and relaxed in an automotive shop. We are not just a traditional automotive shop but we are actually a friendly and reliable shop that can make your vehicles look new again.
Reutimann Collision and Repair Zephyrhills FL
The first thing you need to do when you do your own automotive painting job is to make sure that all the prep work including the repair of all imperfections are done right. Fix all the areas that feel rough, low or high before you clean and mask the car.
But if all these terms seem confusing to you, then get your car as fast as possible to the Zephyrhills FL area where Reutimann Collision automotive shop is located. A DIY automotive painting project can be fun but if you do not have the extra time and patience, not to mention budget for it, then better leave this specialized job to the experts.
Reutimann Collision has been providing automotive painting and other automotive services to the locality for years now. Why spend more on a paint suit, a respirator, head cover and goggles and face the possibility of a botched painting job when you can leave everything to us? If you are within the Ocala and Zephyrhills areas then it will be easy to find the automotive shop as it is strategically located.
But don’t think of Reutimann Collision as just an automotive painting shop because we are actually a full service shop that offer automotive body repair and collision repair. Among our customers are individual owners, dealerships and fleet management companies. Some of the law enforcement agencies in the area also come to us for preventative maintenance and other automotive services.
Customer Service
At Reutimann Collision, we put a premium on customer service so make you our priority at all times. We are known in the community for our quick response time to customer demands whether it is for a minor service or a major automotive service.
We have a well-trained staff who will welcome you into our shop and refer you to our expert technicians depending on the specific complaints you have regarding your car. We have I-CAR Gold technicians who are trained on the latest technology for collision repair. The Gold is a symbol that every automotive customer should watch out for when looking for an automotive shop.
Do not allow technicians to practice their skills at the expense of your car. Our technicians have been trained and certified for collision repair and other automotive services that you require. Thus, you are always assured that your vehicles are repaired properly and efficiently. They have also been certified by the National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence so that should give you more confidence when you entrust your cars to us.
With such a talented group of people working with us, Reutimann Collision is the best automotive shop that can take provide you with a complete bodywork services package including vehicle restoration, pain repair, paintless dent removal, professional body work services and professional automotive painting. We also provide pinstripping and custom paint design.
Reutimann Collision is no doubt the best choice if you are looking for a reliable automotive shop that can provide you with the most modern equipment and facilities at a reasonable price. Our past customers will attest to the quality of service we provide.
But if all these terms seem confusing to you, then get your car as fast as possible to the Zephyrhills FL area where Reutimann Collision automotive shop is located. A DIY automotive painting project can be fun but if you do not have the extra time and patience, not to mention budget for it, then better leave this specialized job to the experts.
Reutimann Collision has been providing automotive painting and other automotive services to the locality for years now. Why spend more on a paint suit, a respirator, head cover and goggles and face the possibility of a botched painting job when you can leave everything to us? If you are within the Ocala and Zephyrhills areas then it will be easy to find the automotive shop as it is strategically located.
But don’t think of Reutimann Collision as just an automotive painting shop because we are actually a full service shop that offer automotive body repair and collision repair. Among our customers are individual owners, dealerships and fleet management companies. Some of the law enforcement agencies in the area also come to us for preventative maintenance and other automotive services.
Customer Service
At Reutimann Collision, we put a premium on customer service so make you our priority at all times. We are known in the community for our quick response time to customer demands whether it is for a minor service or a major automotive service.
We have a well-trained staff who will welcome you into our shop and refer you to our expert technicians depending on the specific complaints you have regarding your car. We have I-CAR Gold technicians who are trained on the latest technology for collision repair. The Gold is a symbol that every automotive customer should watch out for when looking for an automotive shop.
Do not allow technicians to practice their skills at the expense of your car. Our technicians have been trained and certified for collision repair and other automotive services that you require. Thus, you are always assured that your vehicles are repaired properly and efficiently. They have also been certified by the National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence so that should give you more confidence when you entrust your cars to us.
With such a talented group of people working with us, Reutimann Collision is the best automotive shop that can take provide you with a complete bodywork services package including vehicle restoration, pain repair, paintless dent removal, professional body work services and professional automotive painting. We also provide pinstripping and custom paint design.
Reutimann Collision is no doubt the best choice if you are looking for a reliable automotive shop that can provide you with the most modern equipment and facilities at a reasonable price. Our past customers will attest to the quality of service we provide.
2013年9月26日星期四
What Drives Jake Shannon?
When it comes to achievers, a lot of people would like to say that there are not many left, but is this really true? For those who know Jake Shannon, it certainly is not. In fact, this is a man that done a great deal for many of his passions in a very short amount of time. In order to understand what drives him, it is important to recognize that Jake Shannon had cancer as a teenager in the late 1980′s and this was obviously an earth shattering experience for him. Like any kind would, Jake Shannon wondered what to do in order to try and survive such a horrific diagnosis. He was not content to merely settle into fate, he wanted to fight back. That’s because Jake Shannon has always been, one way or another, a fighter. He decided to study hypnosis and visualization technique and using these, he fought back. In fact, Jake Shannon beat cancer and has gone on to live a live that even his oncologist had not been sure would be possible. That gave Jake Shannon the strength to fight even bigger battles. Using what he learned surviving that dreaded illness, he decided to set about changing to the world for the better.
Not content with his Bachelor of Arts in English, Jake Shannon decided he would keep pushing forward and he earned his Master of Science in a financial discipline. Using this knowledge, he went on to work in investment banking, earning an envious living. Was money enough to make Jake Shannon feel content? Hardly In fact, he used this, too, to his advantage and now Jake Shannon is a major speaker about the entrepreneurial spirit that inspires him so much. Still, even that was not enough to convince him to slow down. Along with his wife, Jake Shannon supports causes for charities to benefit animals and is quite proud to be able to do help dogs across the United States live better lives. He knows that he has massive potential to cause great good and he uses that to his advantage. Clearly, Jake Shannon is the type of individual who will use anything at his disposal to achieve the good things he believes the world deserves.
It comes as no surprise, then, to discover that even all of these things were not enough to slow this man down. In fact, today Jake Shannon is well known in the MMA circuit for his dedication to Scientific Wrestling. He pushes boundaries to help achieve even more for those who want better fitness. It would definitely be fair to say that Jake Shannon is one man who certainly deserves the admiration he regularly receives from the biggest names in the fields where he works.
Not content with his Bachelor of Arts in English, Jake Shannon decided he would keep pushing forward and he earned his Master of Science in a financial discipline. Using this knowledge, he went on to work in investment banking, earning an envious living. Was money enough to make Jake Shannon feel content? Hardly In fact, he used this, too, to his advantage and now Jake Shannon is a major speaker about the entrepreneurial spirit that inspires him so much. Still, even that was not enough to convince him to slow down. Along with his wife, Jake Shannon supports causes for charities to benefit animals and is quite proud to be able to do help dogs across the United States live better lives. He knows that he has massive potential to cause great good and he uses that to his advantage. Clearly, Jake Shannon is the type of individual who will use anything at his disposal to achieve the good things he believes the world deserves.
It comes as no surprise, then, to discover that even all of these things were not enough to slow this man down. In fact, today Jake Shannon is well known in the MMA circuit for his dedication to Scientific Wrestling. He pushes boundaries to help achieve even more for those who want better fitness. It would definitely be fair to say that Jake Shannon is one man who certainly deserves the admiration he regularly receives from the biggest names in the fields where he works.
Jake Shannon, Freedom, and Bravery
America is said to be the land of the free and the home of the brave. Many have discovered that Jake Shannon has worked hard to embody both of these American ideals. This is a man who has come a very long way over the course of his life, a life he almost lost in his teens. You see, Jake Shannon was not always a renowned expert in the field of Scientific Wrestling. He was not always the savvy financial engineer that was able to retire from the markets or the Libertarian candidate for the U.S. House of Representatives. In fact, Jake Shannon was not even always a professional level hypnotist. All of these achievements were reached after tragedy first got a good shot at Jake Shannon before he had even become a man himself. For those who did not actually know, passion Jake Shannon has for the powerful potential of hypnotism and visualization has deep roots. As teen during the late 80′s, Jake Shannon was diagnosed with cancer and he learned these methods to help give himself a fighting chance against that disease. This is the very personal experience that drives him forward to face all odds because after dodging death, he decided to do something more with his life.
When a person comes this close to losing it all, it is natural for them to focus on what matters most to them. For Jake Shannon, that has proven to be people at large. He has promoted self defense for most of his adult life and for that, Jake Shannon research contributions are well known in the Mixed Martial Arts community. His fresh approach to submission fighting is certainly a major contribution to many fighters. However, you are just as likely to see Jake Shannon working alongside his wife for the charitable cause of saving the lives of puppies. This kind of dichotomy is normally found in the lives of those who have dedicated themselves to excellence, but for Jake Shannon this excellence needs to happen in many arenas. His wisdom for economic success is also a large part of what has made him so popular with entrepreneurs. When it comes to finding any way possible to beat the forces in this world that threaten to crush our spirits, Jake Shannon is willing to go at it in his classic no holds barred way. This is exactly what so many people find to be engaging about him.
So in case you wondered if America still had men of courage and valor, the answer is yes. However, Jake Shannon is not content to be lauded as a hero. He is ready to set forth and bring the full force of his life to bear inspiring a brand new generation of Americans.
When a person comes this close to losing it all, it is natural for them to focus on what matters most to them. For Jake Shannon, that has proven to be people at large. He has promoted self defense for most of his adult life and for that, Jake Shannon research contributions are well known in the Mixed Martial Arts community. His fresh approach to submission fighting is certainly a major contribution to many fighters. However, you are just as likely to see Jake Shannon working alongside his wife for the charitable cause of saving the lives of puppies. This kind of dichotomy is normally found in the lives of those who have dedicated themselves to excellence, but for Jake Shannon this excellence needs to happen in many arenas. His wisdom for economic success is also a large part of what has made him so popular with entrepreneurs. When it comes to finding any way possible to beat the forces in this world that threaten to crush our spirits, Jake Shannon is willing to go at it in his classic no holds barred way. This is exactly what so many people find to be engaging about him.
So in case you wondered if America still had men of courage and valor, the answer is yes. However, Jake Shannon is not content to be lauded as a hero. He is ready to set forth and bring the full force of his life to bear inspiring a brand new generation of Americans.
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fought even more(?) tenaciously now. Guo Jing tried to escape a couple of times but was always blocked by Wanyan
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He immediately rushed to search for them and see if he could cut them off in time before they really escaped from
the palace. Running MBT Shoes sale into Guo Jing was the last thing he
expected.
Both of them had already fought heavily that day and now they meet again in the middle of the night, one in a
hurry to rush back with medicine, the other in a hurry to kill two people so as to seal their lips, thus they
fought even more(?) tenaciously now. Guo Jing tried to escape a couple of times but was always blocked by Wanyan
Kang. When Guo Jing saw the bodyguard coming forward drawing out his sword ready to assist his master he thought
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situation. Huang Rong suddenly raised up both her arms and head sending the three bowls of wine soaring straight
up in the air. She then swung both her fists towards Hou Tonghai and struck using a move called “Eight Steps to
overtake the moon” (or something like that). Because Hou Tonghai was carrying the wine bowls he couldn’t block
the strike so instead he had to dodge quickly to the left. Huang Rong followed through with a flash of her right
hand leaving Hou Tonghai no option this time but to block with his arm. Not only was he unable to stop the wine
from spilling in his hands, but discount MBT Shoes the bowl perched atop
his head also tipped over and fell with a crash to the floor.
Huang Rong instantly leaped back and caught two of her bowls in mid air while the remaining one fell neatly on her
soft cloud like hair, all without spilling so much as a drop of wine. Everyone present could not help quietly
murmuring, “Excellent” upon seeing such a brilliant performance of skill. Ouyang Ke however didn’t murmur his
praise, but said it out rather loudly. Sha Tongtian shot him and angry glare
but Ouyang Ke did not notice and again called out, MBT “Brilliant indeed!
”
Hou Tonghai’s cheeks flushed red, “Try that again!”
Huang Rong laughed and scrapped her cheek with a finger saying, “Now, now, aren’t you ashamed?”
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Horse Racing - Malcolm Heyhoe Tips For Decembers Uk Horse Racing
December usually means the King George at Kempton for the racing fan, but the traditional centre-piece of the Christmas programme is merely the climax to a thrilling month’s racing that begins at Sandown with the two-mile spectacular that is the Tingle Creek Trophy on Saturday, December 2.
Shocks are a rarity in this Grade One contest and even though many of the familiar faces will be missing from this valuable event, it’s safe to say that backers should stick with those horses towards the head of the market.
In the absence of leading two-mile lights such as Well Chief, and Newmill, this may well be an excellent opportunity for Voy Por Ustedes, last season’s top two-mile chaser and Arkle Trophy hero, to establish his claims for the two-mile chasing crown.
His trainer, Alan King, has long earmarked this race as an ideal starting-point for his stable star and with agility and the need to travel up with the pace a priority at Sandown, Voy Por Ustedes has plenty in his favour. Ashley Brook, last year’s runner-up, may also be in opposition and it’ll be intriguing to see how he fares after missing most of last season through injury.
The Tingle Creek isn’t the only top two-mile chase on the agenda at Sandown because the Henry VIII Novices’ Chase is also a key feature of Sandown’s cracking December 2 card. There’s already a wealth of talent in the two-mile novice chase division and it would be no surprise to see Fair Along, a most impressive winner of the Independent Newspaper Novices’ Chase at Cheltenham contest this prize and put his Arkle credentials on the line.
Remarkably five of the last eight winners of the Henry VIII ran in the Independent Chase at Cheltenham while trainer Paul Nicholls has also been responsible for two of the last seven winners and whatever he runs from his Ditcheat stable should be noted. The same is true for Alan King’s Barbury Castle yard and My Way de Solzen, a most impressive winner on his Lingfield chase debut, would be another top-notch contender.
Sandown’s Saturday card wouldn’t be complete without a bookies’ benefit in the shape of the William Hill Handicap Hurdle which has been a graveyard for market leaders in recent seasons. It is twelve years now since a favourite has landed this two-mile contest and the soundest advice is to stick with horses carrying a low weight that are trained by Gary Moore or Philip Hobbs and have run already in the Greatwood Handicap Hurdle at Cheltenham’s Paddy Power Open meeting. Both Mahogany Blaze and Verasi fit this bill.
On Sunday December 3 Ireland stages a couple of key races in their pattern calendar courtesy of the Drinmore Novices’ Chase and the Hatton’s Grace Hurdle at Fairyhouse, the latter being widely acknowledged as a stepping-stone to Champion Hurdle success and likely this year to feature Brave Inca and Asian Maze, two of Ireland’s leading candidates for top two-mile hurdling honours.
The best of the jumps action switches to Cheltenham on December 9 for a superb day’s racing that features the Boylseports.com International Hurdle (formerly known as the Bula Hurdle) as the meeting’s showpiece contest. Punters needn’t look any further than Detroit City the current Champion Hurdle favourite, for the most likely winner of the Boylesports. The Philip Hobbs-trained grey is rapidly developing into a course specialist at Prestbury Park and only last month he swiftly added the Greatwood Hurdle to the Triumph Hurdle he landed back in March.
The former contest has twice supplied the winner of the Boylesports and all being well the vastly improved Detroit City should make it three mainly at the expense of some inferior rivals. The Irish landed the race a year ago but any raiders from across the Irish Sea will be hard pressed to make it three recent winners this time around.
The Boylesports.com Gold Cup Chase is yet another change of name for a race that was once called the Massey-Ferguson Gold Cup, the Tripleprint, the Robin Cook and now this anonymous bookmaking mouthful. Sometimes progress has its limitations. Still, this is a cracking handicap and the trick here is to look for a horse carrying less then eleven stone that boasts wining form at the course, features towards the head of the betting and is trained either by Nicky Henderson or Paul Nicholls. Irish horses also tend to do well here.
Over at Lingfield on December 9 there are a couple of important novice events courtesy of the December Novices’ Chase and the Summit Junior Hurdle. The two highest-rated juveniles to win this event in the last three years were trained by Francois Doumen (the injury-prone Grand Seigneur in 1999/2000 and future Champion Hurdle winner Hors La Loi in 1998/9), and any horse sent over by the gallic raider must be respected while Oliver Sherwood has had this race in mind for some time for his smart youngster,. Marodima.
The countdown to Christmas begins at Ascot on December 16 with a top-notch programme that features the Long Walk Hurdle, the totesport.com Handicap Chase and the Ladbroke Hurdle. The later race is only in its infancy at Ascot and already Nicky Henderson has proved the man to be with having won the race recently with Chauvinist.
This time around he relies upon the well-regarded Tarlac, an easy winner over course and distance on his seasonal bow while Ireland’s Victram, a dab hand in this grade, also bids to add this race to his Imperial Cup success at Sandown in March. Ireland should also be strongly represented in the Long Walk Hurdle with trainer Dessie Hughes thinking hard about bringing over Hardy Eustace for this valuable prize following his easy win over slightly shorter at this course last time.
On Boxing Day, December 26, the King George VI Chase is always a race to savour and this year’s renewal may well see a small field and an odds-on favourite in the guise of Kauto Star, who has been elevated to superstar status in most quarters following an easy success against a bunch of declining forces at Haydock last time.
In a race that has been a corker for those punters that follow the market leaders – 13 of the last 18 winners have featured in the top two in the betting – Kauto Star is going to be very hard to beat but at least faces decent opposition in the shape of rising stars such as Monet’s Garden and Racing Demon who should give him a race over a course that rewards quick and accurate jumping and finds out any who slack in those departments. The former holds the best chance of overturning the favourite especially if he forces the latter to match him in the jumping department over the three rapid-fire fences in the home straight.
On December 27 Chepstow stages the Coral Welsh National, a severe test that is best left to those dour staying types that can plough through the Welsh mud. Light weights and previous winning form at the course will be a bonus and backers should look closely at any horse Paul Nicholls runs in the race while over at Leopardstown on the same day there’s the Paddy Power Handicap Chase, one of the main betting events at the big Christmas festival at the Dublin-based course. Look out here for Tony Martin’s Ross River, who is being trained to win this prize after finishing third in last year’s renewal.
Shocks are a rarity in this Grade One contest and even though many of the familiar faces will be missing from this valuable event, it’s safe to say that backers should stick with those horses towards the head of the market.
In the absence of leading two-mile lights such as Well Chief, and Newmill, this may well be an excellent opportunity for Voy Por Ustedes, last season’s top two-mile chaser and Arkle Trophy hero, to establish his claims for the two-mile chasing crown.
His trainer, Alan King, has long earmarked this race as an ideal starting-point for his stable star and with agility and the need to travel up with the pace a priority at Sandown, Voy Por Ustedes has plenty in his favour. Ashley Brook, last year’s runner-up, may also be in opposition and it’ll be intriguing to see how he fares after missing most of last season through injury.
The Tingle Creek isn’t the only top two-mile chase on the agenda at Sandown because the Henry VIII Novices’ Chase is also a key feature of Sandown’s cracking December 2 card. There’s already a wealth of talent in the two-mile novice chase division and it would be no surprise to see Fair Along, a most impressive winner of the Independent Newspaper Novices’ Chase at Cheltenham contest this prize and put his Arkle credentials on the line.
Remarkably five of the last eight winners of the Henry VIII ran in the Independent Chase at Cheltenham while trainer Paul Nicholls has also been responsible for two of the last seven winners and whatever he runs from his Ditcheat stable should be noted. The same is true for Alan King’s Barbury Castle yard and My Way de Solzen, a most impressive winner on his Lingfield chase debut, would be another top-notch contender.
Sandown’s Saturday card wouldn’t be complete without a bookies’ benefit in the shape of the William Hill Handicap Hurdle which has been a graveyard for market leaders in recent seasons. It is twelve years now since a favourite has landed this two-mile contest and the soundest advice is to stick with horses carrying a low weight that are trained by Gary Moore or Philip Hobbs and have run already in the Greatwood Handicap Hurdle at Cheltenham’s Paddy Power Open meeting. Both Mahogany Blaze and Verasi fit this bill.
On Sunday December 3 Ireland stages a couple of key races in their pattern calendar courtesy of the Drinmore Novices’ Chase and the Hatton’s Grace Hurdle at Fairyhouse, the latter being widely acknowledged as a stepping-stone to Champion Hurdle success and likely this year to feature Brave Inca and Asian Maze, two of Ireland’s leading candidates for top two-mile hurdling honours.
The best of the jumps action switches to Cheltenham on December 9 for a superb day’s racing that features the Boylseports.com International Hurdle (formerly known as the Bula Hurdle) as the meeting’s showpiece contest. Punters needn’t look any further than Detroit City the current Champion Hurdle favourite, for the most likely winner of the Boylesports. The Philip Hobbs-trained grey is rapidly developing into a course specialist at Prestbury Park and only last month he swiftly added the Greatwood Hurdle to the Triumph Hurdle he landed back in March.
The former contest has twice supplied the winner of the Boylesports and all being well the vastly improved Detroit City should make it three mainly at the expense of some inferior rivals. The Irish landed the race a year ago but any raiders from across the Irish Sea will be hard pressed to make it three recent winners this time around.
The Boylesports.com Gold Cup Chase is yet another change of name for a race that was once called the Massey-Ferguson Gold Cup, the Tripleprint, the Robin Cook and now this anonymous bookmaking mouthful. Sometimes progress has its limitations. Still, this is a cracking handicap and the trick here is to look for a horse carrying less then eleven stone that boasts wining form at the course, features towards the head of the betting and is trained either by Nicky Henderson or Paul Nicholls. Irish horses also tend to do well here.
Over at Lingfield on December 9 there are a couple of important novice events courtesy of the December Novices’ Chase and the Summit Junior Hurdle. The two highest-rated juveniles to win this event in the last three years were trained by Francois Doumen (the injury-prone Grand Seigneur in 1999/2000 and future Champion Hurdle winner Hors La Loi in 1998/9), and any horse sent over by the gallic raider must be respected while Oliver Sherwood has had this race in mind for some time for his smart youngster,. Marodima.
The countdown to Christmas begins at Ascot on December 16 with a top-notch programme that features the Long Walk Hurdle, the totesport.com Handicap Chase and the Ladbroke Hurdle. The later race is only in its infancy at Ascot and already Nicky Henderson has proved the man to be with having won the race recently with Chauvinist.
This time around he relies upon the well-regarded Tarlac, an easy winner over course and distance on his seasonal bow while Ireland’s Victram, a dab hand in this grade, also bids to add this race to his Imperial Cup success at Sandown in March. Ireland should also be strongly represented in the Long Walk Hurdle with trainer Dessie Hughes thinking hard about bringing over Hardy Eustace for this valuable prize following his easy win over slightly shorter at this course last time.
On Boxing Day, December 26, the King George VI Chase is always a race to savour and this year’s renewal may well see a small field and an odds-on favourite in the guise of Kauto Star, who has been elevated to superstar status in most quarters following an easy success against a bunch of declining forces at Haydock last time.
In a race that has been a corker for those punters that follow the market leaders – 13 of the last 18 winners have featured in the top two in the betting – Kauto Star is going to be very hard to beat but at least faces decent opposition in the shape of rising stars such as Monet’s Garden and Racing Demon who should give him a race over a course that rewards quick and accurate jumping and finds out any who slack in those departments. The former holds the best chance of overturning the favourite especially if he forces the latter to match him in the jumping department over the three rapid-fire fences in the home straight.
On December 27 Chepstow stages the Coral Welsh National, a severe test that is best left to those dour staying types that can plough through the Welsh mud. Light weights and previous winning form at the course will be a bonus and backers should look closely at any horse Paul Nicholls runs in the race while over at Leopardstown on the same day there’s the Paddy Power Handicap Chase, one of the main betting events at the big Christmas festival at the Dublin-based course. Look out here for Tony Martin’s Ross River, who is being trained to win this prize after finishing third in last year’s renewal.
Golf Shafts - Golf Shafts Of Golf
Introduction:
Golf shafts are used between the grip and the “club head” golf shaft is circular in shape and some of the strongest and lightest materials are used to make the golf shaft. Graphite and tempered steels are used for the best strength. In 2006 the newest profiles that are 48GA approved and have ultimate strength are triangle golf shafts or some call the shaft trigraphite shafts.
Understanding shaft flex to improve your game:
To improve your golf game you need to understand the effect shaft flex has on your game. “Flex” means the ability of a golf shaft to bend as forces are applied to it during the golf swing. The forces which are generated by the swing you have i.e. fast, slow, smooth or jerky. There are five generally used ratings for shafts flex.
• Extra stiff
• Stiff
• Regular
• Senior
• Ladies and Gentlemen:
When you have a flex that does not match your swing then in the clubface being misaligned at impact, it causes your shots to go
off-target.
What role does flex play?
Shaft flexes impacts, either directly or indirectly, the accuracy, trajectory and distance of you shot. As the shaft flexes, so the position of the club head changes. The face of the club must be square at impact to get the most out of the shot. You will not be able to touch the ball if you have the wrong flex for your swing.
Guidelines:
• The degree of flex in your club shafts is something you decide to have stiffer shafts, or softer shafts, depending on your needs.
• When you are ready to hit the ball then take a look at the distance the ball has to travel.
• General: If you carry you driver 250 yards or more, go with stiff;
• Regular: 230-250 yards.
• Senior: 200-230 yard.
• Ladies: 200 yards or less
• Only the big hitters are going to need extra for most of us, extra stiff isn’t seen on the picture.
Is your flex too stiff?
• The ball may tend to go to the right, or fade side, for right-handed golfers because with a too-stiff shaft the clubface is harder to square.
• The ball will fly lower and shorter for any given loft, compared to a properly fit shaft.
• The shot may feel less solid, more like a mis-hit even it you make contact on the center of the club face.
Isn’t your flex too stiff?
• The Golf ball tends to go to the left, or to the draw side, for a right-handed golfer.
• The Golf ball might fly higher for any given loft, compared to a property fit shaft.
• Shots may tend to feel more solid, even when they aren’t
The problem in hitting a shaft that is too flexible is much less than the harm in hitting a shaft that is too stiff. When you are unsure about flex, always err on the side of more flex. Mostly go with the regular.
Choose the best shaft-flex
You can visit a golf professional for a club fitting to choose the proper flex. The golf professional will take a lot of measurements, watch your swing, measure your swing speed, watch your ball flight and be able to recommend which flex is right for you. Club fitting are available at man pro shops and almost all golf schools and from teaching professionals.
When you find a flex with which you are comfortable. Then it is always suggestible to buy it. There is a good chance that it might be the right one.
Author name -- Acario Daire
Author profile: Author is a Golf player he has been playing Golf since 15 Years. He is experienced in choosing the right Golf Equipment. He has been Experimenting with all brands of Golf Equipment.
Golf shafts are used between the grip and the “club head” golf shaft is circular in shape and some of the strongest and lightest materials are used to make the golf shaft. Graphite and tempered steels are used for the best strength. In 2006 the newest profiles that are 48GA approved and have ultimate strength are triangle golf shafts or some call the shaft trigraphite shafts.
Understanding shaft flex to improve your game:
To improve your golf game you need to understand the effect shaft flex has on your game. “Flex” means the ability of a golf shaft to bend as forces are applied to it during the golf swing. The forces which are generated by the swing you have i.e. fast, slow, smooth or jerky. There are five generally used ratings for shafts flex.
• Extra stiff
• Stiff
• Regular
• Senior
• Ladies and Gentlemen:
When you have a flex that does not match your swing then in the clubface being misaligned at impact, it causes your shots to go
off-target.
What role does flex play?
Shaft flexes impacts, either directly or indirectly, the accuracy, trajectory and distance of you shot. As the shaft flexes, so the position of the club head changes. The face of the club must be square at impact to get the most out of the shot. You will not be able to touch the ball if you have the wrong flex for your swing.
Guidelines:
• The degree of flex in your club shafts is something you decide to have stiffer shafts, or softer shafts, depending on your needs.
• When you are ready to hit the ball then take a look at the distance the ball has to travel.
• General: If you carry you driver 250 yards or more, go with stiff;
• Regular: 230-250 yards.
• Senior: 200-230 yard.
• Ladies: 200 yards or less
• Only the big hitters are going to need extra for most of us, extra stiff isn’t seen on the picture.
Is your flex too stiff?
• The ball may tend to go to the right, or fade side, for right-handed golfers because with a too-stiff shaft the clubface is harder to square.
• The ball will fly lower and shorter for any given loft, compared to a properly fit shaft.
• The shot may feel less solid, more like a mis-hit even it you make contact on the center of the club face.
Isn’t your flex too stiff?
• The Golf ball tends to go to the left, or to the draw side, for a right-handed golfer.
• The Golf ball might fly higher for any given loft, compared to a property fit shaft.
• Shots may tend to feel more solid, even when they aren’t
The problem in hitting a shaft that is too flexible is much less than the harm in hitting a shaft that is too stiff. When you are unsure about flex, always err on the side of more flex. Mostly go with the regular.
Choose the best shaft-flex
You can visit a golf professional for a club fitting to choose the proper flex. The golf professional will take a lot of measurements, watch your swing, measure your swing speed, watch your ball flight and be able to recommend which flex is right for you. Club fitting are available at man pro shops and almost all golf schools and from teaching professionals.
When you find a flex with which you are comfortable. Then it is always suggestible to buy it. There is a good chance that it might be the right one.
Author name -- Acario Daire
Author profile: Author is a Golf player he has been playing Golf since 15 Years. He is experienced in choosing the right Golf Equipment. He has been Experimenting with all brands of Golf Equipment.
Golf - You And Your Caddie
In golf, once you leave the clubhouse, you are alone. Well, that is not entirely true. You have your caddie to help you. Here are some of the things caddie can do to help your game.
A caddie will help you carry your golf clubs. This is probably the most common job a caddie is presumed to perform. This is not an easy task because a golf bag is heavy. Try to be patient with him and trust him to take care of your clubs.
A caddie can also wash your clubs. This is an important task because wet clubs could affect your game tremendously. This should be part of his job and should be done for you after every shot.
A caddie will also keep the ball clean if you want it. He might ask you from time to time if you want it cleaned. He should also carrie a number of spare balls in case you want a new one or if goes into the rough or the water.
A caddie will replace your divots before moving onto the next hole. He does this to help maintain the course and also for other golfers who will behind you on the course.
A caddie will also do smooth ball marks on the green. He does removes the mark by using a flat surface like his shoes. He does this to maintain the greens and help you with your shot. Once you’re lining up for a shot and see a mark that he failed to see, just point it out to him and he will repair it. Remember that is easier to make a good shot when the green is straight and smooth.
A caddie could also help you with your game. An experienced caddie probably has some experiences watching good players make their shots or how they putt their greens. He may also have more experience than you on this course. If he is observant he could be a valuable source of tips that could help you improve your game.
Having a caddie with you can be great for your game. He will help you get more relaxed and remove your concern about the simple things. Remember, though, do not take it out on your caddie if your game is not going good. Caddying is a tough job and it’s not really his fault if you are making mistakes in your game.
A caddie will help you carry your golf clubs. This is probably the most common job a caddie is presumed to perform. This is not an easy task because a golf bag is heavy. Try to be patient with him and trust him to take care of your clubs.
A caddie can also wash your clubs. This is an important task because wet clubs could affect your game tremendously. This should be part of his job and should be done for you after every shot.
A caddie will also keep the ball clean if you want it. He might ask you from time to time if you want it cleaned. He should also carrie a number of spare balls in case you want a new one or if goes into the rough or the water.
A caddie will replace your divots before moving onto the next hole. He does this to help maintain the course and also for other golfers who will behind you on the course.
A caddie will also do smooth ball marks on the green. He does removes the mark by using a flat surface like his shoes. He does this to maintain the greens and help you with your shot. Once you’re lining up for a shot and see a mark that he failed to see, just point it out to him and he will repair it. Remember that is easier to make a good shot when the green is straight and smooth.
A caddie could also help you with your game. An experienced caddie probably has some experiences watching good players make their shots or how they putt their greens. He may also have more experience than you on this course. If he is observant he could be a valuable source of tips that could help you improve your game.
Having a caddie with you can be great for your game. He will help you get more relaxed and remove your concern about the simple things. Remember, though, do not take it out on your caddie if your game is not going good. Caddying is a tough job and it’s not really his fault if you are making mistakes in your game.
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