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Drive the ball better by getting set up correctly

by Kevin Sprecher, SwingFix Instructor | Feb 22, 2013 7:00 AM ET

Driving the ball with power and accuracy is about more than just your golf swing, as SwingFix pro Kevin Sprecher explains. Your setup is equally important. Read More

Tip of the Week: Check to make sure you're on plane

by SwingFix | Feb 21, 2013 2:00 PM ET

Making your practice time effective as a possible is a must, and in this video segment Mark Bereza shows you a great way to work on your swing plane. Read More

School of Golf: Understanding match play strategy

by Golf Channel Digital | Feb 20, 2013 7:30 PM ET

Match play is a different animal than stroke play and School of Golf host Martin Hall has some advice to help you fare better in a match-play format. Read More

SwingFix Sweepstakes winners enjoy grand prizes

by SwingFix | Feb 20, 2013 7:00 AM ET

Wayne Pettway and Rafael Santos III were the grand prize winners from last spring's SwingFix Sweepstakes and both enjoyed an unforgettable experience. Read More

Weekly Fix: How to get rid of your over-the-top move

by Tim Cooke, SwingFix Instructor | Feb 19, 2013 12:00 PM ET

As is the case for so many golfers, Shane is coming over the top. In this edition of Weekly Fix, Tim Cooke is going to help him get rid of that dreaded move. Read More

The Golf Fix: Use better rotation to eliminate a hook

by Golf Channel Digital | Feb 18, 2013 8:00 PM ET

If you're struggling with hitting a hook, there's a good chance that your not rotating properly in your swing, as Michael Breed explains in this video. Read More

Learn how to make pars when you need them most

by Tyrus York, SwingFix instructor | Feb 18, 2013 9:00 AM ET

John Merrick used a string of pars to close out the Northern Trust Open, his first PGA title. Do you know how to make a crucial par when you need one? Read More

Video: Focus, commitment will improve your driving

by Golf Channel Digital | Feb 15, 2013 7:00 PM ET

Course management, especially focus and commitment, can play a major role in how well you drive the ball, as Champions Tour star Tom Lehman explains. Read More

Manage your misses by understanding your ball flight

by Jason Sedan, SwingFix Instructor | Feb 15, 2013 9:00 AM ET

Instead of trying to hit perfect shots on the course, SwingFix instructor Jason Sedan wants you to learn to better manage your misses. Read More

Tip of the Week: Sequence your golf swing correctly

by SwingFix | Feb 14, 2013 2:00 PM ET

Sequence is a term that many golfers don't understand, but proper sequencing is crucial when it comes to building a reliable golf swing. Read More

Golf Channel Academy: Controlling your iron distance

by Golf Channel Digital | Feb 13, 2013 7:30 PM ET

In this video segment, Martin Hall has some advice to help you better control your iron distances, something the world's best must do at Riviera this week. Read More

Take the time to get a putter that's fitted for you

by George Connor, SwingFix instructor | Feb 13, 2013 10:00 AM ET

The putter is easily the most used club in golf but few players take the time to get fit for a putter, a mistake according to SwingFix pro George Connor. Read More

Weekly Fix: Finding the center of the face consistently

by Tim Cooke, SwingFix Instructor | Feb 12, 2013 12:00 PM ET

In this new edition of Weekly Fix, SwingFix pro Tim Cooke has some tips to help Nick find the center of the clubface on a more regular basis. Read More

Control your distance on the greens like Snedeker

by Tyrus York, SwingFix instructor | Feb 11, 2013 2:00 PM ET

Brandt Snedeker's putting prowess has him rolling, and SwingFix pro Tyrus York has some tips to help you control distance on the greens like Sneds. Read More

Understanding how to maximize your driver distance

by Justin Bruton, SwingFix instructor | Feb 11, 2013 7:00 AM ET

Ball speed, clubhead speed and angle of attack. As Justin Bruton explains, you need to understand these factors if you want to bomb it like Rory McIlroy. Read More

Video: A thumbs up is all you need to eliminate a cast

by SwingFix | Feb 9, 2013 12:00 PM ET

Martin Hall, host of School of Golf, shows you how to eliminate casting in the golf swing by keeping your thumbs up as long as possible. Read More

The improvement process starts with planning

by Ed Oldham, SwingFix Instructor | Feb 8, 2013 7:00 AM ET

As SwingFix instructor Ed Oldham explains, improving your golf game this year will happen most effectively if you have a dedicated plan in place. Read More

Tip of the Week: Learn how to groove your takeaway

by SwingFix | Feb 7, 2013 2:00 PM ET

The takeaway is a crucial component of the golf swing, and in this video segment Brad Brewer has some tips to help you groove an effective takeaway. Read More

Golf Channel Academy: Adopt the Mickelson waggle

by Golf Channel Digital | Feb 6, 2013 8:00 PM ET

Phil Mickelson is a dynamic player and in this video both Martin Hall and Michael Breed have some thoughts about Lefty's game that can help yours. Read More

Determining the proper grip pressure for your swing

by Kevin Sprecher, SwingFix Instructor | Feb 6, 2013 12:00 PM ET

The grip is an underrated aspect of golf, and as SwingFix pro Kevin Sprecher explains, it's crucial that you find the right grip pressure for your game and swing. Read More