Bobby Lee Golf

I played this weekend in a small pro-am tourney that I helped run. I do NOT recommend playing one you are helping to run! I played just horrible.  I hadn’t practiced and never stayed with my pre shot routine.  I don’t care how good you are or think you are, you have to practice.  It (a bad round/tournament) can happen to anybody.  So, don’t get discouraged when you don’t have a good round, it can and does happen;  even to an old pro like me. ;)  The old adage ‘practice makes perfect’ is obviously true. So before you get down on yourself make sure you have devoted the time.  If it doesn’t work then, find someone you can trust and see if they can’t put you back in timing.

The EDS Byron Nelson Classic had a great finish. Adam Scott finally closed the deal and got that monkey off his back. It was also good to see Ryan Moore play so well and especially on a Sunday. He has one of the best amateur records in the modern US era, and I figured he would break out if he could ever stay healthy.

However, the real winner was D.A. Weibring (nothing agaisnt Mr. Scott). The Nelson at the TPC Four Seasons in Las Colinas has been affected by where it is on the schedule and it good to see a course worthy of it’s name sake. Last year the greens were the worst on tour (thanks to bad weather) and I personally like playing on one course instead of two. Mr. Weibring obviously did an excellent job with the “remodel” and in only a years time. It looked fantastic on TV and the scores bear out the increased difficulty. In past years double digits under par were the norm. Byron Nelson will always be at the top of the list of all time greats and what he did in 1945 (winning 18 times in one year) is to this day one of the greatest achievements in sport in my mind. Thus, I was happy to see the hard work DA Weibring put in and the money spent by the TPC at Las Colinas. I played it a LONG time ago and look forward to seeing this new course in person.

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I received an email weeks ago from one of my old students who has become a good friend. We stay in touch and she was informing me of all the new upgrades that have occurred at Mission Hills (where I used to teach). Anyway, she included some info of a conversation she had with Butch Harmon’s brother that I thought was interesting. Here is the excerpt of what I feel is a pretty good endorsement of what I teach:

“Best compliment you can have.

I saw Billy Harmon yesterday.

He said to me, “I was thinking about you the other day and that you learned gravity golf and hit it like a ton. That is the new way of learning now!”

Billy’s teaching at Toscana in the desert now.
He was giving a clinic at Mission Hills yesterday. “

This student/friend that sent the letter is Kathleen Sullivan.  Some of you may remember her as one of the first women sportscasters for ABC.

Also,  a few weeks ago, my brother David  and Lee Trevino put on a clinic in the Atlanta area.  Yes, that Lee Trevino. David worked with Mr. Trevino in the later part of his career and he has  praised  the methodology of Gravity Golf for years. I don’t remember the exact quote, but he credited David with extending the longevity of his career and they have been friends since David’s tour days.

I’m in the middle of running a tournament this week and when it is over we hope to get my instructional guide finalized. It will be a concise, easy to understand basics on the golf swing the above endorse.

In the mean time watch Lorena Ochoa swing! What a run she is on. Of course she is taking this week off, but seriously watch her play when you can. She is the epitome of what I teach and preach. She is not that big of a person and  is leading the LPGA in driving distance right at 300 yards I believe.

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I guess I’m a traditionalist, but it hurts my heart to see what they have done to Augusta National. Golf should NOT be about how far you hit, but knowing how to hit ALL the shots (especially at a major) and being able to adapt. It appears the people who are making the decisions on how the course should be played, must have a testosterone problem. Mine is longer than yours.
The excitement of shooting a 30 on the backside is no longer there. I want to see birdies and charges made like Arnie and Jack did. There are some traditions we should keep. The Masters hallmark has always been the excitement on the back nine on Sunday (till the last few years at least).
Besides, the only reason most these kids hit so much farther is not their ability, but how hot the ball has been made and advances in technology. Grow the rough if you want to make it tougher. Though a lot of people were upset it was up this year and think that should be saved for the US Open only.
Anyway, hats off to Mr. Immelman. He never wavered on his routine and did what he had to do to win. A great case study for pre-shot routine if you were paying attention! It took a little too long, but the tour is notorious for that. It should not take over 5 hours to play a round with twosomes.

How about Lorena Ochoa. She is something. If you want to emulate your swing to someone, watch her.

P.S.

This is Robert, Bobby’s webmaster. Bobby actually wrote this on Tuesday, it is my fault just now posted on Friday. I have been dealing with a family health issue and is the same reason the ebook is not quite finalized. We hope to have that rectified soon!

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Sorry I haven’t written anything in awhile. Getting adjusted to my new job and planning tournaments, etc. The weather has not cooperated much in this part of the world in early Spring. I made a quick trip back to Hot Springs and Conway to pick up “Charter” (my dog) a few weeks ago. If you are an animal lover, you know I was anxious to get him moved with me. Getting him settled to his new environs is a whole other story! I have also signed a contract to play Wilson irons. They look pretty good and I had been on their staff in the past years. Good company, but have been under the radar as of late.

How about Lorena Ochoa? I can’t say enough, but she is the epitome of what I teach. It is amazing how much the women’s tour has evolved in the past eight years. I think it’s sad though, that nine out of the top ten ranked woman in the world are not from the states. (nothing against other nationalities, just an observation of the US losing ground). Mr. Hogan has had such an influence on the PGA teachers, it’s left us behind. Enough said.
Hope you have a great Masters weekend. My favorite tourney.

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