The Gift of Golf
Golf Tips from the Tour sprang forth from a birthday
inspiration for our son, Cole. I felt that the best gift I could give Cole to help him attain his dream
of becoming a PGA TOUR Player was the gift of the knowledge and experience that
led to my success on the PGA TOUR. Now this information is available for others who are
interested in benefiting as well.
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About J.L. Lewis
J.L. Lewis is a PGA Golf Professional with 25 years of experience as a golf
instructor and a PGA TOUR player with two PGA TOUR victories and over $7.5 million in
earnings. Learn more about J.L. at www.JLLewisGolfTips.com. Keith Srakocic/Associated Press/Getty Images
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Featured Golf Tip
Golf Lessons Tip:
"Golf
is a constantly evolving process. There
is always something to work on and ways to improve."
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The State of Golf
Is the game of golf improving? This question presents an interesting discussion that leads to several past, present, and future facts about equipment, playing ability, and whether or not golf is becoming what is best for the future of the game. Equipment advancements have caused controversy the past 15 years or so because the nature of the game has changed. In 1995 I averaged 267.7 yards in length off the tee and was ranked 58th in length statistics on the PGA TOUR.
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Golf Green Tip of the Month
Golf has been a sport of walking for centuries. The golf cart was designed in the 1950s, and has only been used for a short amount of time compared to the length of time the game of golf has been around. Many golf courses around the country are making a difference by switching from gas powered golf carts to electric powered golf carts. A simple way to be "green" and keep the environment in mind while enjoying a round of golf is to walk instead of riding in a cart, if you are able to. Walking is healthy for the body as well as good for the earth!
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PGA TOUR Destinations:
John Deere Classic
The John Deere Classic in Moline, Illinois is the home of my first victory on the PGA TOUR. Formerly known as the Quad Cities, John Deere began sponsoring the tournament in 1999, the year I won the tournament. The tournament was held at one of the first golf courses designed by Pete Dye, Oakwood Country Club, a rural golf course that was the home of the tournament for many years. I remember the course being deceptively tight and requiring precise distance control with approach shots. I played very well in each round and ended up making a birdie on the last hole in regulation to go into a playoff with Mike Brisky at 19 under par for the week.
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July Golf Events
View the July Tournament Schedule week by week for the PGA TOUR, Champions TOUR, Nationwide TOUR, LPGA TOUR, and the Duramed FUTURES Tour.
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Video Clip: Fred Astaire Dance-Golfing!
Notice the balance and the planting of the left foot before the downswing (listen for the tap of his left foot before he swings)! Click on the image to watch.
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New Tools for the
Golf Course!
POCKET PRO
Learn
how to Practice and Play like a PGA TOUR PRO. The perfect paperback
companion for anyone who wants to improve their golf game. Take the
most effective drills and fixes with you to the course!
Consider the Pocket Pro as a gift item for your next Pro-Am or group event!
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Golf was Created by Sheepherders
People have played golf for motives of all kinds for years. The game was created by sheepherders who were looking for something to do while they tended their sheep in Scotland in the 14th century in the place where the famous Golf Club of St. Andrews now resides. They began by using sticks and rocks they found as the golf club and ball, and the next dune as the target. As the game progressed golfers have created way more motivation to play golf than the originators ever imagined.
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Golf Ball Tip:
"Hard
golf balls have less spin and roll more when they hit the ground. Softer golf balls have more spin and stop faster
than hard golf balls when they hit the ground."
- J.L. Lewis, PGA TOUR Professional
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Video Clip: History of Golf
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Interview with Golf Historian David Joy
David Joy is a fourth generation born and bred St. Andrean. He is probably best known as " The man who plays Tom Morris "- a one-man show premiered during the 1990 British Open, which has since been televised and adapted as a commercial video and distributed world-wide under the name of Keeper of the Greens. |
Rules of Golf Tip:
"Golf
is a self governed game. Playing by the
rules in golf carries over and positively affects other areas of life."
- J.L. Lewis, PGA TOUR Professional
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Outings, Pro-Ams, and Speaking Engagements
Include J.L. in your corporate outings and pro-ams to give
instruction, play golf, and share life lessons he has learned through golf. The Pocket Pro is a valuable addition to company gift bags and may be personalized to fit your needs. For more information about how to include time with J.L. in your
company event, party, Pro-Am or conference please contact us at (214) 552-0652, or by e-mail at MarkAndrew@MarkAndrewGroup.com. |
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