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  Fantasy Preview: CIMB Classic

  Passports and vaccinations are required for this week’s PGA Tour stop in Malaysia, where Nick Watney will defend his title after putting everyone on “59 watch” last year. Watney ended up shooting a 61, which was good...

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  Four key factors for success on the PGA Tour

  It is a common practice in statistical analysis to seek out commonalities for successful or unsuccessful relationships in order to more accurately forecast future events. For example, if I own a store known for selling lemonade, I...

  • Posted 141 days ago
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  Chamblee takes on Tiger: Brandel, meet Bayless

  These days, the observation that sports writers and pundits seem especially eager to make waves from time to time with controversial statements or positions is hardly revolutionary. But in general, golf has been immune to those sensationalist...

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  Stronger iron lofts don’t always create more distance

  The most common complaint I hear from golfers looking for new irons is that all the lofts are “jacked strong.” If someone is playing an iron set, for instance, from the late 1990′s or earlier they will...

  • Posted 146 days ago
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  Tweets of the week: Lizards, grammar police, bad greens, worse sunglasses

  This past week, Lexi Thompson, one of the most prolific posters on various social media channels amongst professional golfers, captured her second career victory at the LPGA Malaysia, and Jimmy Walker (less of a presence on social...

  • Posted 147 days ago
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  Lydia Ko: the Next Wie? Next Thompson? Or More?

  For the first time in a while, there might be a bit more competition for the top ranking spot in women’s amateur golf. Australians So-Hyun Oh and Minjee Lee will battle for the top spot from this...

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  Analyzing the logos of the six most recognizable golf brands

  If a picture can be worth a thousand words, a logo can be worth a fair bit more. Like millions. Or billions. The total golf economy of 2011 was responsible for nearly $70 billion in spending. As...

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  Ladies, here are three secrets to beat the men

  Golf, like many sports, is primarily a game of skill, not brute strength. Sure physical strength has its place, but what good is a long drive with no accuracy? Or great ball striking when you three-putt every...

  • Posted 152 days ago
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  Three teenage phenoms who can change the face of the LPGA Tour

  In virtually every sense, the LPGA Tour lags far behind the PGA Tour, though the LPGA has made a targeted effort in the last two years to increase their presence, striking deals for more tournament television airtime...

  • Posted 152 days ago
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  A new service offers college-bound golfers more insight and exposure

  The emphasis on cultivating youth talent in athletics has grown exponentially in the last two decades for a variety of reasons. Some prevalent reasons are the betterment of instruction and training methods, greater connectivity to talent with...

  • Posted 152 days ago
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  Be the ‘Cool Hand Luke’ of golf with proper breathing

  We’ve all hit bad shots on the golf course, but it’s how we deal with those shots that separate the average golfer from the great. The scenario usually goes like this: You hit a bad shot and...

  • Posted 154 days ago
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  Fantasy Preview: Frys.com Open

  It’s only been two days since the Presidents Cup wrapped up with a decisive U.S. victory over the International team and already the PGA Tour season has begun. As part of the changes to its scheduling, this...

  • Posted 155 days ago
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  Presidents Cup grades: the International team

  Captain Nick Price’s squad availed themselves on Sunday, erasing most of a six-point deficit and avoiding embarrassment at Muirfield Village. Ultimately, though, the International team didn’t do enough to win this year and didn’t generate nearly as...

  • Posted 155 days ago
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  Presidents Cup grades: The U.S. team

  The International team entered Sunday’s final round of the Presidents Cup trailing by six points. Unlike the Europeans, who challenged the U.S. team at the Ryder Cup last year, the Internationals couldn’t produce a miraculous comeback at...

  • Posted 156 days ago
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  Looks or numbers: What makes a better golf swing?

  I have seen many things come and go during my 20 years on the lesson tee. But the two things that have stuck around and will continue to be a necessity for golf instructors are digital video...

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  Shop safety: An often forgotten part of club building

  The more I read forum threads in regards to club building, the more I see topics such as: How do I get started in club building and repair? What are the basic tools needed for club building and...

  • Posted 159 days ago
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  Tiger Woods, the Fresh Prince of Muirfield Village?

  Tiger Woods and Matt Kuchar ham and egged their way (with emphasis on the ham) to a 5-and-4 rout of Angel Cabrera and Marc Leishman.  The story of the day, however, was the recurring celebration between Woods...

  • Posted 159 days ago
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  The data behind Luke Donald’s decision to change instructors

  Luke Donald recently made an instructor change to Texas-based swing coach Chuck Cook. Back in 2011, Donald had an epic season. He finished first on the PGA Tour money list and the European Tour’s Order of Merit....

  • Posted 160 days ago
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  Course Review: Pinehurst No. 2

  I finally found the ultimate golf vacation destination in the United States bar none. It’s located in the Sandhills of North Carolina’s heartland at the world-renowned Pinehurst Resort. This 2,000-acre historic property is where it all happens...

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