1 – A high handicap golfer means a bad golfer
A high handicap doesn´t always mean a “bad” golfer. Golfers handicaps can be high for a number of reasons, and the most common is because they simply cannot get any lower due to physical restrictions such as age and strength. But that by no means makes them a bad golfer. In fact if truth be told I would rather play a pro-am with a mature golfer that possesses a higher handicap because they are more than likely very consistent and the benefit they would gain by being able to choose the best ball could make all the difference. Remember a good golfer is the golfer that can play to their handicap on a regular basis, even when they have a bad day at the office.
2 – Long courses are harder for shorter hitters.
Long courses are generally considered to be championship courses and as such are more often tight and demanding, not just on the distance front. But this could and often does play into the hands of the shorter hitter, that is generally very accurate from the tee, and although the need to hit longer clubs the fact they are rarely in trouble and undoubtedly possess a good short game, long courses can be a blessing in disguise. It is also worth remembering the sound advice that every course is in fact the same length. The distance between ones ears!
3 – Lessons will make you better.
Now a statement like this from a working golf coach may seem a little odd, especially considering it is how I make my money, but truthfully lessons alone will not make you a better golfer, in fact lessons could actually hinder your abilities. But taking lessons will no t guarantee anything, lessons must firstly be directed specifically to you but more importantly than that, the lesson must always finish with a drill being given so that you can go away and practice what you have learnt without the fear of doing something wrong.
4 – A new driver will give you more distance
This is simply a marketing ploy that companies have been using for years to try and sell their clubs over the rivals. A new driver will be packed with technology but to be honest you may not notice any difference between a brand-new top of the range driver and the one stuck in your shed from 15 years ago. I still use a 4-wood that I have had since 2000 (yes 20 years!) as I have yet ton find a 3 or 4 wood that I hit better. Technology may not suit each individual so just beware before you update your driver, it may not give you the desired results.
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