Casting is a swing flaw that many amateur golfers have tried to correct at one point or another in their career. Besides the difficulty of trying to correct the flaw, another issue is defining it and the degree to which you are affected by it. In the past, casting has been subjective and only viewable… Read more »
Article Category: Know Your Numbers
Know Your Numbers: Face Angle
The Interpreting ClubHub Swing Parameters Guide states that the face angle parameter is the direction the club face is pointed at impact relative to the target line. Face angle is generally believed to be the major factor in determining the line of ball travel immediately after leaving the club face. Keep in mind that the initial line… Read more »
Know Your Numbers: Transition Angle
As our Interpreting ClubHub Swing Parameters Guide states, transition refers to the angle of the club shaft relative to horizontal at the moment backswing ends and the downswing begins. If the head of the club is above the handle, the angle is expressed as “above” and has a + sign. If the handle of the club is above… Read more »
Know Your Numbers: Angle of Attack
What It Is As the club head approaches the golf ball during the downswing, its path forms an arc. The angle of attack is the trajectory along this arc relative to the ground at the moment the ball is struck. A negative angle of attack (Swing A) means that the club head had not yet reached… Read more »
Know Your Numbers: Tempo & Backswing
Control Your Backswing, Control Your Tempo Proper tempo will allow you to get the most distance and best direction out of your golf swing. With the right tempo, you can sequence your downswing to allow your body to give more powerful swings and consistent results. But, there are some misconceptions about how to achieve the… Read more »