Michael Metz
Golf Instructor
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Co-authored Articles (29)
How to
Swing a Golf Club
Although golf can be difficult while you're still learning proper technique, the game can be very enjoyable as you master your skills. One aspect that makes golf challenging is that even small details can have a big impa...
How to
Play Golf
Playing golf is a fun, relaxing hobby for many people, and a competitive sport for some others. When learning to play golf, you’ll want to start by learning some basic rules and techniques for swinging a club to hit th...
How to
Hold a Golf Club
There are several ways to hold a golf club, but the technique you choose should be the one that feels comfortable to you. Any of these fundamentally sound grips will help you to hit the ball straight and maximize your di...
How to Read & Fill Out a Scorecard in Golf
Use a golf scorecard to track your points & improve your game Golf scorecards allow golfers to track their score and provide vital information about the course. If you’ve never used a scorecard before, however, they ca...
How to
Fit Golf Clubs
Players at all skill levels benefit from the use of custom-fit golf clubs. If you feel like your golf game needs improvement, investing in a set of clubs that fit you like a glove can help you compete at your highest lev...
How to
Calculate Your Golf Handicap
The golf handicap was introduced in 1911 to allow golfers of differing abilities to play together in a relatively evenly-matched way. Knowing your Handicap Index will allow you to determine what your Course Handicap shou...
How to
Drive a Golf Ball
Whether you’re new to golf, haven’t played in a while, or just looking to straighten your game out a bit, there are several steps to take in order to drive a golf ball well. Putting your tee shot in play is a combina...
How to
Hit a Driver for Beginners
Driving can be the most intimidating part of golfing for beginners. It's the first shot on any hole, so it's important to get it right! Make sure to position yourself and the ball correctly, then use proper balance and t...
How to Hit a Golf Ball Perfectly for Beginners
The trick to hitting a golf ball is to practice proper form. Set yourself up for success with a solid stance and a natural, secure grip. Square yourself with the ball and, using continuous motions, rotate your hips, tors...
The Ultimate Guide to Good & Bad Scores in Golf
Make sense of your scorecard on 18 and 9 hole courses Whether you’re a first-time golfer or a regular at your club, you want to finish the course with a good score. But what exactly is that elusive “good” score you...
How to
Swing a Driver
A good tee shot is often the lead-in to a good golf score. Being able to swing a driver properly leads to tee shots that land with distance and accuracy on the fairway. Mastering the swing depends on both stance and swin...
How to
Drive a Golf Cart
The golf cart became a widespread vehicle for golf courses in the 1950s. Since their development and popularity within the golfing community, they’ve branched out to be used by a variety of events and organizations. Wh...
100+ Funny Golf Phrases & Quotes
Pull out one of these witty golf lines next time you're on the green A lot of people may think of golf as a serious, slow-paced game, but it has a fun, humorous side as well. If you’ve recently started playing golf and...
How to
Measure Golf Clubs
Are you wondering if your golf clubs are the right size for you? While clubs come in standard sizes, checking the length of your clubs is an important step to make sure they fit you properly. Keep reading for everything ...
How to
Hit Fairway Woods
If you struggle to make a fairway wood shot, you're not alone. Many golfers have this issue. However, don't worry! You'll find that a few key tricks will help you develop this swing into one you can be proud of. Work on ...
How to
Hit Your Irons Higher
Hitting a golf ball high with your irons is a great skill that gives you an edge on the green. More height can send the ball further and help you get over hills and traps on the course. But this is easier said than done!...
How to
Lower Spin on a Driver
Drivers are usually the first clubs you reach for on the golf course, which makes them super important for getting distance. If you notice that you’re getting a lot of height but not a lot of length with your driver, y...
How to Read a Pin Sheet
You’re at a golf tournament, and someone hands you a piece of paper with a bunch of diagrams on it. If you’ve never seen a pin sheet before, it can be a little confusing—which is why we’re here to tell you exactl...
How to
Cure a Golf Slice
Get your swing back on par with this guide that’ll help fix your golf sliceNothing is more frustrating for a golfer than a slice – when your ball curves to the right of where you intended to hit it. Seeing your ball ...
How to
Read Greens
The difference between a good score and a great score out on the golf course may be the result of effective putting. Sinking balls in a single stroke involves reading greens accurately, a skill any golfer can learn. Effe...
