20 Things I WISH I KNEW as a Beginner Golfer...

[@mmayojr]

I just started reading the green from both sides of the putt and man it really makes a difference.

[@robertbarnes1226]

All 20 great tips. I’ve been playing for over 40yrs last 2 years have a lesson with my Pro every 5-6 weeks. Have learned more about the golf swing mechanics in the last 2 years than previous 40yrs.. spot on tip.

[@oahujuniorgolfassociationc6656]

I liked how you covered anger management. Acknowledging that anger happens is a good thing - simply hiding anger/frustration at all costs can be as detrimental - but we need to master getting back in control before the next shot. The thing you did not cover is to enjoy the challenge of golf. A lot of people don’t enjoy this game because they can’t have fun not being good at something. But the beauty of golf is that when you do get even a little better it is extremely rewarding and fun.

[@golfslump]

Great addition!!! I think that’s why golf is so addictive cause it’s such a hard sport to get good at and we are so driven to get better after knowing what a good shot, a good round feels like every once in a while!

[@emmettforde]

That's your best clip IMO Slumpy, well done, sound advice.

[@golfslump]

Thank you!!! Appreciate it! Have I missed any other vital ones?

[@emmettforde]

@@golfslump Nah think you nailed it.

[@3-wv5mm]

You are such good peeps, slumpy. I love how genuine you are. Great video and wonderful advice.

[@golfslump]

Thank you!! appreciate the kind words!

[@joeldriver-sp2rg]

As a scratch golfer who has played for 34 years I would say the most important thing is when you first start is to work with a golf pro for the first few months to get the grip down perfectly, the setup, ball position, etc. so that you start out with the fundamentals that should set up you for a lifetime of having at least a technically decent swing. I taught myself for the most part and once I ingrained some poor muscle memory I've been stuck with it. I really have never reached my full potential as a result.

[@WilliemDuong]

What do you suggest to do in bad lie? Ecspecially out of divots or embedded in rough. I go to a mid condition course and there’s lots of bad lie. What do you suggest.

[@kelleywilson141]

​@@WilliemDuongbad lie put the ball back in your stance. Embedded ball you get free relief.

[@WilliemDuong]

@@kelleywilson141 Thanks

[@robertsalata7828]

GREAT TIPS FOR ALL GOLFERS... Simple and commonsense advice that will help every golfer get more enjoyment out of the game ! I taught myself the golf swing and (of course) built in LOTS of bad habits that needed to be later undone. My family couldn't afford golf lessons for me and didn't think my golf hobby justified paying to learn proper grip, stance, swing plane, etc. Learning good techniques and habits early, that could have been a solid foundation to build on in later years. If your children have genuine interest in a sport and some level of talent to have success in that sport , spend the attention and money that can help them develop their skills ! It will pay-off a hundred fold .

[@nicknac93]

Love the video! Reassuring that I already know the 20 tips within my 2 years of play. Took many many failed rounds to learn these things though and often need to keep reminding myself. The one tip I would add that wasn't mentioned here "Don't take the hero shot". My scores dropped significantly once I started playing as if I had an extra stroke on every hole. When you're in a bad position, take the medicine and get back in play for a high % shot! As an amateur, we don't need more birdies, we need less triples and doubles. Limit the high numbers! Happy golfing everyone!

[@golfslump]

Ahhh of course!!!! That was my 17th tip that I didn’t include!!! Take the medicine!

[@nicknac93]

@@golfslump ahh that makes sense! I was wondering why it jumped from 16 to 18. 😂

[@dnop]

Glad to see where you journey has taken you slump! Keep up the good work!

[@golfslump]

Thank you for the continued support! 🤝🏻

[@RicoRescues]

Love this. Great advice

[@mogu1ttv]

I think a huge tip and one i am still working on is DONT SWING SO HARD!

[@cjbryce100]

“Because you’re hitting your drive 240 to 270 yards” you my friend have never seen me drive 😂

[@samnguyen1457]

Nice work 😊

[@zack8977]

Record your swings at the range. Watch the video after every swing, and do 2-3 drills for feel before you hit the next shot. Less tired swings and more accurate feedback after every shot.

[@terencefitzsimmons9192]

That is great advice that we should all take, I for one need to work hard on my short game more, 3 putts are a scorecard killer!!😂🎉❤

[@GiovanniMartenelli]

For me is jus shortgame , best golfer played with hit it all over but up or in nearly always 😊

[@Hankersonphotography]

Great video bro. I agree with 20 as well. One day I will get lessons.

[@dislecksick]

this is a SUPERB video. Thank you

[@johnadams3751]

Great video 😊

[@bouweenvermogen]

Great tips! 🙏🏽

[@rw_golf6387]

Agree 100% with tip 20. I would love to get a good coach. Problem is I can’t find one and it seems no one can agree on the swing mechanics. And on the rare chance you do find someone who is really good they want $300+/hr. Really, $600K/yr to teach golf😂

[@Steve-es3fc]

I don't think any trainer will have full days of 8hrs stacked. Which is a likely reason they charge more; to make half of it. Still a nice salary, mind.

[@madlawless9004]

Helpfully

[@nastybadger-tn4kl]

You are good to be playing pga tour. hitting straight , swing action is good. putting mainly reading putt is good. You can play tournaments

[@golfslump]

there's no way I can play on PGA TOUR!! I appreciate the kind words but everytime I play with friends who are pros, I get humbled and feel even further away from playing any kind of tournaments!

[@nastybadger-tn4kl]

@@golfslump so what they have that you dont have. Short players struggle with distance. corey pavin with great short game could not win much. Only tall players win in Pga tour except few exceptions. May be off video you shank slice? Only show good shots? hahaha I am commenting on golfing videos to see who understand golf swing. None of golf teachers understand it. Bay jark channel self taught player When i see slot golf , i see they understand golf swing. Linn Grant understand it. Everyone shank if their thought somewhere else ..did not get good sleep previous night. Body need to be cajoled. So in that way PGA tour need military discipline to keep body in good shape. We see bryson hitting but the guy probably eating and doing gym all day probably After watching videos for few weeks , i understand what is going on. Here are my observation 1. Body shape ( tall short smaller waist , strong legs , chicken legs , strong upper body ) What is ideal? Ideal is one who have upper body is like spring on a pillar That means if you want to be in PGA tour you need a leg like body builder as source of stability and energy Most try to copy best looking swing but they never able to get it close because they dont have body shape for that 2. All golf coaches are morons. I understand their dilemma . They cant tell the swing secrets on youtube then every one copy it and dont give credit. So self sabotage is not allowed. So they are smart in one context by not giving full info whether due to ignorance or self interests 3. Posture. This is core of the swing. Most people dont have it. Then you may ask how 70 year of jack nikalus hit straight. He understand the swing. Once you got it , it can not be lost 4. There is lots of people hit straight with hands. and get into chicken legs . 5. Perfect swing hands do not move initial milli seconds. its knee moves first and drag hips and hand dont move until it reaches lower point That is slot line. When knees move , wrist will be near shoulder level and slot Plane. From there hip moves tiny early and bring the club in to hip level and hitting zoom like scooping the ball. The problem amateur have is that they start swing with hands. They think they can control it . Old people do that but Only Best swing shot is scooping, in that club face straighter extra second. Basically inside out shot if you plan to play in PGAtour , you have to be 90% Green in regulation because those roughs are bogey written all over it. May be carry a hybrid instead of 3 iron. Pro play style is maximize positive , reduce negative. Distance hunting for short player is full of risk. One bad hole turn into chain of bad holes and miss the cut. I mean people lose the will to fight after few holes. So for you to play Pga tour , You need to have pitch shot that is tracking hole. you got putting covered. See linn grant , she cant buy a putt. Instead of making par , around the green you need feel like you will make birdie even with bunker chip and pitch and flop. Every thing practiced ahead and every spot you need to have atleast 3 choice of shot. But clarity of mind and thought on which will give you best chance to birdie. Good caddy is Key because someone one in your ear is good giving you options. One Thing i advice you. Wear glass like david duval. No should read your thought. if its allowed. Speak in whisper voice to caddy Beliefs make dream reality. if 2000 people watching on golf course think same thought it influence your mind in return What ever may be , Your need super strong muscle legs. Need to eat lots and lots of lean chicken and 600lb leg squat and forget golf for few months Key to good golf shot is your center of gravity to be closest to ball.. meaning upper body has to bend optimal , in that way you will hit slot shot that is gravity will do the movement your hand just guiding it on its way

[@brucepuckett3503]

Great advice! Thanks!

[@golfslump]

Glad it was helpful!

[@Tall-Cool-Drink]

5:15 - Don't leave the rake in the bunker. 😁😁

[@Nonsense913]

With tip 7. I prefer to send the ball out of the sand trap and into the sand trap on the other side of the green or into the woods. Adds a new level of challenge.

[@OrseMedicine]

Slumpy. I'm a 14.2 GA HCP. Today I shot my best back 9 I've ever had. 23 points with a 3 over the card. Fantastic. The only issue is over 8 of those holes, it was either a birdie or a double bogey. How do I recover from scoring a birdie on the next tee box?

[@franskrause4658]

Wow! Great video! Thanks. But where is number 17???😊

[@golfslump]

read the description! completely missed it!!

[@franskrause4658]

@@golfslump Oops. Sorry. Misread it. 😇

[@afonso237]

well done. I liked very much

[@oolbie9221]

Another banger mr slump

[@golfslump]

Appreciate it!

[@and5336]

Great video, but finding a genuinely helpful instructor can be challenging. I've had a few in the past, and it often felt like their main goal was just to get me to sign up for more lessons. I once signed up for a 5-lesson package where all the instructor talked about was shallowing my club. Then, when I went to a new instructor, they told me to focus on something completely different. Since then, I have stopped taking lessons or trusting any instructor. It's all been KZbin and I have been able to drop my handicap from 16 to a 4.

[@fudhater8592]

Read the green from 3 sides - front, back, low side

[@JOHNizSiK]

Mental game is the best control factor any player has. It’s completely underrated amongst new golfers

[@golfslump]

It shifts the whole moods of your game for sure!

[@robertsalata7828]

​@@golfslump We Americans are a VERY competitive culture and put far too much emphasis on "winning " (in just about everything we do). Enjoying what we do is way more enriching than "winning " at what we do ! But that has not been the cultural message... We only admire and reward the few winners to the detriment of so many others. 😊😊

[@JarvisXu68]

3:19 Just a question, I don't understand the rules of golf that much but are you allowed to just throw the ball on the green like that before the bunker shot?

[@akaBPhife]

9:12 Yeah tip #17 😂

[@golfslump]

Hahahaha read the description! I noticed it after uploading it on YT 😅

[@akaBPhife]

​​​@@golfslumpok but the description still doesn't have the #17th tip unless you only have #19 tips. But I do enjoy the videos you make

[@divotor147]

While I agree with your tee box strategy, most courses us lesser players have to contend with often have horrible sloping tees where only one side gives you a decent level lie (and often not even that).

[@core8860]

I thought tip #20 was going to be "have fun"

[@GooberSmekleSmurf]

i think its gonna be have fun

[@scottwalker145]

Great video. Great advice. Even better advice is to do something more productive with your time and money. Im addicted... it's too late for me. But if you are new to the game...? Walk away now, before it's too late.

[@Martin.Arg81]

Tip 21: Wear sunscreen

[@Uncle19]

I’d like to see the math on the high shot vs bump and run. I’ve always heard the bump and run has less error but why? For example if the shot is hit at a 5 vs a 6 strength, does a bump and run change by 5y whereas high shot does 10y?

[@johnnybgood7442]

1. Get a teacher that will help with the fundamentals. 2. Don’t buy brand new gear, buy used. 3. Make sure the equipment you do get is fit for you. It doesn’t have to be a perfect fitting, just make the clubs aren’t fighting you. 4. Always be conscious of the people in your surroundings. 5. Remember to have fun because it’s just a game.

[@basilbean4428]

I can assure you I need my long irons a lot more than you said as I only drive it about 220 max 😂😂

[@michaelremfrey]

Best tip of all is just to go out and have fun 🏌️

[@golfslump]

So true!!

[@benjames5735]

The tip about teeing up on correct side of the t box. Wow that is the best golf advice ever. ⛳️🏌️‍♂️🙏

[@golfslump]

Glad it was helpful!

[@bwilson6269]

Love the channel, I'm going to start a channel myself soon. I work a ton (50+ hours a week) and have two kids but golf has become my full blown passion again, going to try and find a way to make a living doing it in some way lol.... I know it's silly and unlikely to work, but I'm a really hard worker and after 16 years at the same company I've decided I need to enjoy what I do everyday and show my two sons what chasing your dreams looks like!

[@ryanj1262]

Lessons!!! I'm due for another.

[@golfslump]

So important!! Go get one!

[@SilkyWayFPV]

8 and 9, definitely guilty 😂

[@golfslump]

Aren’t we all 😂

[@Jack-xy4fy]

Use green golf balls. Youll lose less balls.

[@sunnysharma1564]

What happened to tip 17?

[@Navycopjoe]

I was betting on you saying the top tip would be get your clubs fit

[@golfslump]

Damn I missed that out!!! Thats very crucial too

[@junksly8867]

"Gonna be hitting your drive 240-270." [Dies a little bit inside]

[@GHOSTOFEIGHT]

He’s so far off the mark it’s not even funny. Don’t worry. 90% of people don’t hit that far.

[@IRISHMAN481]

Tip #11.5, dont just repair your pitch marks. Repair them PROPERLY. The number of people I see trying to lift the bottom of pitch mark instead of doing it correctly is mind boggling

[@Jttw2131]

Don't get angry. Just don't count bad shots.

[@jmo23341]

Tip #20...dont leave rake in bunker

[@cptkirk222]

Leave it in the bunker

[@ericponte87]

bro your nasty lol such a nice swing!

[@golfslump]

thanks man!!!

[@gibsonyu9220]

where is tip 17?

[@nastybadger-tn4kl]

Ok i think you are missing power in your swing

[@fudhater8592]

21. Work on the changes your instructor gives you in the lesson

[@kelleywilson141]

I still think driver is the number 1 club to learn on golf. Bad golfers hit it 230 and under. Great golfers hit it 275 plus. No scratch golfers hit it 230 u less they play up a tee box. If you cant hit driver in play the hole is over.

[@3012401472]

I’ve been getting angry for 40 years 😢

[@medicopedia9052]

did you f ... Grace yet?

[@jeremygilley624]

I'm so much better at a high chip then bump and run literally be putting them right in the hole its hilarious suck at mostly everything else though angry is a problem I get bad