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Posted: January 27, 2011
Team Titleist is headed to Orlando, Fla., this week for the 2011 PGA Merchandise Show, and we are especially excited about the opportunity to spend some time with Titleist Advisory Staff Member Michael Breed – the Head PGA Professional at Sunningdale Country Club in Scarsdale, N.Y., host of Golf Channel's popular golf instructional show, "The Golf Fix," and one of golf's leading instructors.Michael, a longtime Titleist Advisory Staff member who has been instrumental in Titleist's Golf Ball Education, Selection and Fitting initiative, traveled to China recently to share his ideas and teaching philosophy with 60 of the country's top golf instructors and coaches at the first-ever Titleist Golf Coaches Forum in China.On Friday, he will take some time out from his busy schedule at the PGA Merchandise Show to answer questions submitted exclusively from members of Team Titleist.Michael will be selecting his favorite questions to answer, so reply to this post with your best question and check back later this weekend to see if yours was picked. Thanks!
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Explain to me why when I play well that I have a lower ball flight than when I play poorly and hit the ball much higher.
JET wrote on January 27, 2011 at 2:48PM
Does the outside temp play a factor on what ball to play. I am from MN and the summer temp varies alot throughout the golf season. I play a Pro VI and was just wondering. Thank You.
With all of the technology going into today's drivers, how does one know what the best fit is? For example, the length of the shafts seem to be getting longer, the loft can be adjusted, the angle can be adjusted, etc, etc. How should one go about getting fit for one? Help!
JET wrote on January 27, 2011 at 2:53PM
When can we expect new irons in the AP series? They came out in 2009, I know there was a slight update in 2010 but was hoping to see "AP3's" this year...
Michael, I'm playing in my first Gateway Tour event in a couple weeks. I know i have the game to compete with those guys, when i play MY GAME. So my question is do you have any advice for me to stay focused on playing MY GAME and not getting caught up and not believing in myself
JET wrote on January 27, 2011 at 3:16PM
Hi Michael,
I routinely hit off of a practice mat into a net in my basement with my irons. I feel like it has helped me make consistant contact with the ball during the winter months. However I sometimes have a slice with my longer irons. Because I can't tell what the ball flight would look like. Is there anything I can do to tell if this practice is accentuating my slice. I would hate to be contibuting to pre-exsisting bad habits.
Thanks
Matt
JET wrote on January 27, 2011 at 3:18PM
Michael,
Living in Naples, FL. and dealing with this bermuda grass, what advice do you have for chipping into the grain?
Thanks,
Phillip
JET wrote on January 27, 2011 at 3:50PM
I live in Vancouver BC Canada. I heard that the greens here are generally slower than hotter places like Florida. Is it because of weather or just because of different type of grass? or Both?
If so, should I choose a heavier putter? Or if the weight of the putter just a personal preference?
Thanks!
JET wrote on January 27, 2011 at 4:19PM
Michael - really like "The Golf Fix" and your insights and tips. How do you come up with the unique ideas and use of tools (like showing the putting stroke example with the tennis racket and soccer ball)? Those examples really help to break down and simplify the lessons.
memphisunited wrote on January 27, 2011 at 5:17PM
I am a scratch golfer but I tend to struggle with sliding abit too much on the downswing and swinging abit too much from inside out causing thin or hooked shots. Are there any drills to help correct this and promote a proper path? Thanks! Love the show
mark Abildgaard Loma linda ca
JET wrote on January 27, 2011 at 5:48PM
Michael, i watch your show all the time to see what I can learn. I'm a pretty good player but I have trouble with pulling my short irons. Any suggestions?
JET wrote on January 27, 2011 at 5:54PM
Most amateur golfers end up coming over the top because they rush their transition which I believe Hogan felt was the pivotal point of the swing. How can a higher handicapper capture the proper smooth transition that you and most professionals have?
What is the most interesting thing that you've seen at the show ?
JET wrote on January 27, 2011 at 5:55PM
What is the best drill to make sure that you are hitting down on the golf ball and what is the best ball position in your stance? Thank you.
How do you know exactly what bounce you should get on your wedges? Hard sand at some courses, fluffy sand at other courses. Tight fairways, long rough around greens.
What to do?
JET wrote on January 27, 2011 at 5:58PM
How long do you think the golf courses of the future will be or will the powers of golf limit equipment improvements?
I am in my middle 50's and hitting the ball further than ever due to equipment.
JET wrote on January 27, 2011 at 5:59PM
I never hear any talk about the importance of the right elbow when instructors talk about the swing. As you know, as the right elbow folds, it sets the right wrist and lengthens the left arm....in turn, creating two powerful levers for the swing. Most players are trying to keep the left arm straight and wide going back...a concept I feel that does more damage to the average player, than any good. What are your thoughts on this?
Downhill bunker shots, probably worst shot ever. 90% of the time I leave it in the bunker for another shot. Is there a good drill on how to properly hit these things.
JET wrote on January 27, 2011 at 6:00PM
I get a good turn, weight on my right side (right handed) then my first move at the top is to move my head and torso to the left HOW DO I STOP DOING THIS and make my lower body go first? What drill is there for this.
T H A N K S
JET wrote on January 27, 2011 at 6:01PM
MICHAEL, I REALLY ENJOY YOUR SHOT THE "FIX"!!!!!
I NEED SOME SUGGESTION TO CURE OR GET RID OF MY HOOK
(IM RT HANDED, AND IT GOES TO THE LEFT)
THANX, MIKE KOLLING