Famous Slices: Mickelson’s Mess Up

At Pause-N-Throw, we like to talk about how curing a slice can help to avoid slipups and bad rounds. But, ironically, sometimes not being able to slice can really mess things up. Let’s look at on famous example, courtesy of this article. In the 2006 US open, Phil Mickelson found himself in a tough spot …

Continue

Two Winners of the Masters

I couldn’t help but think that we had two winners in the Masters. Adam Scott sunk a putt for birdie on the second playoff hole to win the title. But Angel Cabrera, from Argentina, won me over with his infectious smile and gracious attitude. More than anyone I’ve watched recently, he seemed to fearlessly relish …

Continue

Dufner’s Spaceout Goes Viral

All around the world, golfers can’t get enough of that wonderful Duf. Jason Dufner, professional golfer and amateur Seth Rogen look alike, was caught on camera before the Byron Nelson open in Texas zoning out during a charity event at a preschool. The photo went viral, and it gave rise to the new phenomenon of …

Continue

The Moment of Truth

I went to the Champions Tour tournament at the Newport Country Club this weekend and was struck by two things about the way that the pros swing. There is a feeling that they focus on, above all other things, the impact position. There is no wasted motion. And they don’t try to muscle the ball. …

Continue

Obama To Improve His Game

Recently, President Obama made headlines for playing golf with Tiger Woods, and while he took a lot of heat for it in the press (the press corps was upset about the fact that they weren’t allowed in to take photos), Tiger himself was pleased with the president’s playing, especially his short game. He then added, …

Continue

Home Course Advantage

Last weekend, PGA Pro John Merrick won the Northern Trust Open at Riviera in Southern California. It was one of his first major tour victories, and it was especially encouraging for us, since Merrick learned to play golf at the same course we used to test Pause-n-Throw. Really, the importance of having a home course …

Continue