Thanks, Rick! I broke my back in 3 places, my leg and heel as well as having my ankle and heel fused together. I had a beautiful swing my entire life, but the past decade has been spent trying to learn to swi g again and be repeatable, which has proven difficult. Your videos have been entertaining and motivating as well as educational. Every time i get frustrated I remember where you're playing and it's my goal to play one of those famous courses in the UK. It keeps me going. That and Alexandra O'Laughlin haha. Cheers!!!
Great video, Rick! I've used the marker dot many times. However, I've found something even better I think. I use the foot powder that you shake into your shoes to keep them fresh and stink free. I put small pile down into the grass or into a small divot so the wind can't blow it away. I then dab the ball into the powder and a small bit of it sticks to the ball. Then, as with the marker dot, place the ball with the powder where you will contact it. The powder is transferred to your club face. This really helped my ball striking after I changed my swing pattern and had trouble with knowing where the club head was. Works quickly without any fuss unless someone at home wants to know where the foot powder is!
Rick, I can't tell you how much I enjoy watching your videos. Out of all the different people making golf training videos on YT these days, you are the runaway best in my opinion. I love how simple and clear you relay the information. If I had the chance to spend a day with any golfer, I'd have a hard time not picking you. Thanks for everything!!!
I love how considerate and respectful you are. In this video "ideally practice balls OF YOUR OWN" and another video I watched "Fix your divots on the tee box and take care of your course". Your videos are awesome!
Rick is an excellent communicator. He keeps it simple and repeats his instruction just enough so you get it. He doesn't waste time offering comments that aren't necessary to the task. I have watched a lot of video instruction and he is at the top of the list. 1-2-3-4 done. Good job.
Absolutely BRAND NEW player and thanks so much because I can see years of breaking bad habits had I not started with the structure you provide. Thank you
Hi Rick I'm an 11 handicap from Michigan in the US. I've been a little toe-y this season and took your tee-peg drill to the net in my yard the past three nights, working from a 7 up to my 2 trying alternately to keep the club between the pegs and to nip the high tee with the toe of the iron. Just trying it I could feel something changing. Big coin in the grass clippings on my club face, right in the sweet spot, and after a little while the tees were mostly unscathed. On the range early this morning I was already improved, and I'm excited to take things to the course this weekend. Thanks a lot!
I’m a new golfer. I dislocated three ribs shortly after I started. But not before I became addicted to golf. Your videos are getting me through my time laying in bed. You are such an amazing ambassador for this sport. I hope this leads to an amazing life and living full of happiness and illegal clubs!!, Best part. Your obviously an accomplished golfer. But you would never know because you just have zero ego about the whole thing. Hats off mate.
Absolutely love your videos and the ones one training have lowered my score dractically letting me break 100 for the first time and now looking at getting to the 80s!!! Your videos are a must watch!
Completely agree that so many people can get in the groove on the range and then it all goes to pot once they hit a bit of adversity on the course. Top tips 👍
After playing today I’m just growing through all your videos to see how to improve my game 😂 I’ve only just started playing, I don’t have a handicap (which seems to be what everyone asks me) so I want to get out playing some nice golf...it starts by learning how and why my shots play the way they do.
Rick, I had to watch the vid a couple of times because I couldn't stop dreaming about the beautiful Wilson Staff Irons you were using. Actually, I was dreaming about how I could really use a new set of them!!!
Great tips Rick! On the range I use two aiming sticks about 5" apart, parallel like train tracks, aimed at my target |o|. Then work from the left to the right as I take divots. This not only helps me in perfect contact on the face but also club path (and I don't have to keep replacing the tees) Your divots should be straight down the train tracks. Just remember to fill them in with sand when you're done.
Thank you so much. Loved how you broke it down simple understandable less metrics talks more insight for a simple 1st timer like myself to learn excellent excellent. Just the video i needed !!! Played 2x's so far on 2 different ⛳'s here in las vegas and plan to play some more lol. Thank you once more for this video very insightful 💯🍻
Hey Rick! I've been seeing 2 launch monitors (The FlightScope Mevo and the Rapsodo Mobile Launch Monitor) in a lot of ads lately. I was wondering if you could test either of them against GC Quad? It seems like a good video opportunity!
Rick, here in the US we have these things called dry erase markers. The dry erase runs right off the club face. It also comes off the ball before it stops rolling.
Rick, I want to thank you for making your videos as interesting and informative as you do. I used to golf a ton when I was younger but I quit golfing for nearly a decade. I started golfing again about 2 months ago. Ever since I've picked the clubs back up I have been habitually watching your videos. I play an average of 45 holes weekly and spend several hours each week on the driving range. Your videos have helped me hone my skills so much! My first round back to the game I shot a 98 on a course that was 71 for par. After watching your videos and practicing what you've taught, I have been consistently shooting low 80s. Last week I managed to finish just 5 over par with a 76 (my lowest score since returning). I wish I lived closer to your academy because I'd love to take lessons from you. Your videos have been a huge help and I wanted to let you know how much I appreciate your time and knowledge! Thank you so much!!!
You are a great teacher Rick. Im trying to sharpen up the irons. If I mis-hit the ball it is always thin. Rarely do I catch it fat. Im going to try these drills at the range next time. Thanks. Keep up the great vids.
I find that the most important thing is knowing iron design. The perfect strike is on the 4th groove of the sweet spot. The shaft has to have min. of 4 degrees forward shaft lean. If the shaft does not have lean it strikes the lower section of the ball on the lower grooves. If you have at least 4 degrees of shaft lean the ball will be struck at the center, at about the 4th groove with a descending strike. This can be established at address & offset will also have an effect on ball position. Leadbetter makes this crucial in the address set up.
I will continue to review and try to implement your teaching. Thanks for another great video! The ad during this viewing including an inspirational message from astronaut Chris Hatfield. He was equally engaging. Thanks again Rick!
Great video! I can’t wait to try this; especially that last one. Taking divots is the worst part about my iron strikes. Not sure why I’m so scared to hit the ground with my clubs.
I tend to have a swing path that hits the center, I just have to square the face. If I leave the face open, naturally by geometry I catch the heal a bit. Last year it was so bad I would shank ! Lately I’ve been catching more square faced though which means I’m more central
Thanks for this Rick. Your chipping drills I’ve been practicing has saved me 10 shots a round. I’ve already got some good feedback from this video practicing today. Thanks. 🙏
Thing is mishits are normal, no one can hit the middle of the clubface every time, but as long as you strike ball first ground second with irons, and have a consistent shot pattern, your ball striking is set.
great video Rick, just getting into golf and your videos have been entertaining and informative , Just picked up a set of 2nd hand irons from golfbidder and cant wait to get out and try them
Don’t forget to get your clubs fitted by your best local PRO. Mine helped me. Gained 10 yards on each club BC I was hitting the heal to the ground before I hit the ball
Hi Rick, Thanks for another great golf lesson! I have been working through your videos and have had some trouble with this very topic. When I tee a golf ball up I can hit it clean with a consistent strike pattern, but as soon as I move it onto the grass my strike pattern is very inconsistant and my divot is often before the ball or where the ball laid to rest, and tip for fixing this?
Good vid , I'd like too see one on takeaway & swingpath I have an awful tendency to swing outside to inside which results in my divots going one way and my ball another 😖
*HIT* 👍if you enjoyed this video!
Nice
Rick, will you be getting your hands on the new Mizuno MP 20 range anytime soon?
Rick, what's in the bag. 2019 ending set.
Rick. Have you ever tried the single plane swing?
Rick Shiels Golf just started playing golf found your channel and I'm binging your videos great stuff learnt so much, shoutout from Australia 🇦🇺
Bold of you to assume I hit even remotely in the same area of the club head.
🤣🤣😅
Yep, I think that's my problem. I hit all over the club over the course of playing 18.
Me too. At least we wear out our club faces evenly.🤣
😅
Can you review a variety of backyard practice golf balls ex: wiffle ball or foam golf balls? Thank!
Thanks, Rick! I broke my back in 3 places, my leg and heel as well as having my ankle and heel fused together. I had a beautiful swing my entire life, but the past decade has been spent trying to learn to swi g again and be repeatable, which has proven difficult. Your videos have been entertaining and motivating as well as educational. Every time i get frustrated I remember where you're playing and it's my goal to play one of those famous courses in the UK. It keeps me going. That and Alexandra O'Laughlin haha. Cheers!!!
Great video, Rick! I've used the marker dot many times. However, I've found something even better I think. I use the foot powder that you shake into your shoes to keep them fresh and stink free. I put small pile down into the grass or into a small divot so the wind can't blow it away. I then dab the ball into the powder and a small bit of it sticks to the ball. Then, as with the marker dot, place the ball with the powder where you will contact it. The powder is transferred to your club face. This really helped my ball striking after I changed my swing pattern and had trouble with knowing where the club head was. Works quickly without any fuss unless someone at home wants to know where the foot powder is!
Rick, I can't tell you how much I enjoy watching your videos. Out of all the different people making golf training videos on YT these days, you are the runaway best in my opinion. I love how simple and clear you relay the information. If I had the chance to spend a day with any golfer, I'd have a hard time not picking you. Thanks for everything!!!
I love how considerate and respectful you are. In this video "ideally practice balls OF YOUR OWN" and another video I watched "Fix your divots on the tee box and take care of your course". Your videos are awesome!
Rick is an excellent communicator. He keeps it simple and repeats his instruction just enough so you get it. He doesn't waste time offering comments that aren't necessary to the task. I have watched a lot of video instruction and he is at the top of the list. 1-2-3-4 done. Good job.
The gate drill is also good practice for putting
Yes!
Hitting on a tall tee is a great idea - thanks Rick
very good tip!
nice video and drill Rick :))
Finally someone who is actually nice in a comment section 😄 thank you
We need a Rick and Danny episode!!
Absolutely BRAND NEW player and thanks so much because I can see years of breaking bad habits had I not started with the structure you provide. Thank you
Quality content as always. Thank you for the drills to improve our game 💪💪
Thanks!
I've used the gate drill to help my putting, but for some reason never thought to use the same drill for the full swing. Better stock up on tees!
Hi Rick I'm an 11 handicap from Michigan in the US. I've been a little toe-y this season and took your tee-peg drill to the net in my yard the past three nights, working from a 7 up to my 2 trying alternately to keep the club between the pegs and to nip the high tee with the toe of the iron. Just trying it I could feel something changing. Big coin in the grass clippings on my club face, right in the sweet spot, and after a little while the tees were mostly unscathed. On the range early this morning I was already improved, and I'm excited to take things to the course this weekend. Thanks a lot!
I like using dry erase markers and drawing a vertical line on the ball
Who came from the instagram live?
Love the content Rick!!
3:38 look at the shine on those clubs. Its like a mirror!
What are the irons he is using? I was thinking the same thing!
@@BeardedGolf22 I managed to locate them. They are Wilson Blades
I’m a new golfer. I dislocated three ribs shortly after I started. But not before I became addicted to golf. Your videos are getting me through my time laying in bed. You are such an amazing ambassador for this sport. I hope this leads to an amazing life and living full of happiness and illegal clubs!!, Best part. Your obviously an accomplished golfer. But you would never know because you just have zero ego about the whole thing. Hats off mate.
Good luck bro
Very much appreciate that Cole!
Great top tips to get into tip top shape.
What nail polish remover do you use Rick? Asking for a friend....
Just use acetone, same thing
Absolutely love your videos and the ones one training have lowered my score dractically letting me break 100 for the first time and now looking at getting to the 80s!!! Your videos are a must watch!
I got my S40 because of you and I want to say thank you because I absolutely love that watch
Nice of Tiger to send a compliment on the swing. As someone who's getting into golf more and more, find myself binging these. Love all your videos!
Straight from insta and a perfect video after an embarrassing day at an outing!
those wilson blades may be the best looking iron ever made. you make striking them look easy!
Out playing yesterday Rick and im not joking but i actually started to think of your videos and remember some of your tips...guess wat,best round ever
This is what I comnsider a really helpful, worthwhile video.
That last tip! Mind = blown..
Playing golf for 30 years...5 handicap and never realised that..
Fantastic vid Rick. One of the best yet. Incredibly helpful!
Back to basic for this vid. THe reason why I started watching your channel. 👍
Love the Wilson Staff blade..
I’ve just switched to these irons from cavity back & my god it feels like butter when you strike the ball in the sweet spot.
simple tips are always the best thanks rick
Quality tips and advice, Thank you Rick, time to get myself back down the range!
I love that message from Tiger on the Garmin.
Great teachers have a gift. You have it.
As a yank I was looking forward to this wonderful British fellow use the word hosel when talking about the heel. Great lesson Rick!
Completely agree that so many people can get in the groove on the range and then it all goes to pot once they hit a bit of adversity on the course. Top tips 👍
Consistently providing some of the best instruction I've seen... and free! Thanks @RickShiels!
Fantastic video. Straight to the points and succinct. Under 9 minutes for all that info! Thanks, Rick!
Another quality video. Easy to replicate and gives immediate feedback on ball striking and club head path through impact.
Thanks a lot for these tricks. Will try them tomorrow! :)
Thank you... This was What I needed right now! Genius Rick! Pure genius!
After playing today I’m just growing through all your videos to see how to improve my game 😂
I’ve only just started playing, I don’t have a handicap (which seems to be what everyone asks me) so I want to get out playing some nice golf...it starts by learning how and why my shots play the way they do.
How you getting on now, got any tips for a newbie?
Rick, I had to watch the vid a couple of times because I couldn't stop dreaming about the beautiful Wilson Staff Irons you were using. Actually, I was dreaming about how I could really use a new set of them!!!
Great tips Rick! On the range I use two aiming sticks about 5" apart, parallel like train tracks, aimed at my target |o|. Then work from the left to the right as I take divots. This not only helps me in perfect contact on the face but also club path (and I don't have to keep replacing the tees) Your divots should be straight down the train tracks. Just remember to fill them in with sand when you're done.
Rick awesome content. I noticed you use a forward press before you start your back swing. Can you talk about that?
Great Drill. Thanks will try it when on the range.
We used to waste literally miles of Ping strike tape back in the old AG days on Pollard St! The winter days would fly by...
Thank you so much. Loved how you broke it down simple understandable less metrics talks more insight for a simple 1st timer like myself to learn excellent excellent. Just the video i needed !!! Played 2x's so far on 2 different ⛳'s here in las vegas and plan to play some more lol. Thank you once more for this video very insightful 💯🍻
i like the 2 tee drill. I will definitely be using this one. Thanks Rick!
Excellent video cheers Rick
Hey Rick! I've been seeing 2 launch monitors (The FlightScope Mevo and the Rapsodo Mobile Launch Monitor) in a lot of ads lately. I was wondering if you could test either of them against GC Quad? It seems like a good video opportunity!
Rick, here in the US we have these things called dry erase markers. The dry erase runs right off the club face. It also comes off the ball before it stops rolling.
great Video, and your a very good instructor-Teacher..Thanks
Rick, I want to thank you for making your videos as interesting and informative as you do. I used to golf a ton when I was younger but I quit golfing for nearly a decade. I started golfing again about 2 months ago. Ever since I've picked the clubs back up I have been habitually watching your videos. I play an average of 45 holes weekly and spend several hours each week on the driving range. Your videos have helped me hone my skills so much! My first round back to the game I shot a 98 on a course that was 71 for par. After watching your videos and practicing what you've taught, I have been consistently shooting low 80s. Last week I managed to finish just 5 over par with a 76 (my lowest score since returning). I wish I lived closer to your academy because I'd love to take lessons from you. Your videos have been a huge help and I wanted to let you know how much I appreciate your time and knowledge! Thank you so much!!!
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You are a great teacher Rick. Im trying to sharpen up the irons. If I mis-hit the ball it is always thin. Rarely do I catch it fat. Im going to try these drills at the range next time. Thanks. Keep up the great vids.
Hello from the US! Trying to become a sub 100 golfer, and your videos are definitely helping! Keep them coming!
LOL for the first time i feel like i understand something on my iron games .. just awesome ! cant wait to try those drills
I find that the most important thing is knowing iron design. The perfect strike is on the 4th groove of the sweet spot. The shaft has to have min. of 4 degrees forward shaft lean. If the shaft does not have lean it strikes the lower section of the ball on the lower grooves. If you have at least 4 degrees of shaft lean the ball will be struck at the center, at about the 4th groove with a descending strike. This can be established at address & offset will also have an effect on ball position. Leadbetter makes this crucial in the address set up.
This instruction set was awesome. You've really given me something to work on. Thanks for putting this up!
I will continue to review and try to implement your teaching. Thanks for another great video! The ad during this viewing including an inspirational message from astronaut Chris Hatfield. He was equally engaging. Thanks again Rick!
Beautiful shot from the back of that stunning blade!!
Thank you for this video. Will try these drills at my next practice session.
Just the video I need right now Rick. Off out tomorrow to practice these drills. 👍🏻👍🏻👏🏻👏🏻⛳️
Luv the tips with the gate method, and have had a bout of shanks lately and will now try the single tee method, thanks Rick 👍🏌️♂️
Rick, thanks for the tips. Simple and very practical routines, appreciate the video.
I strike my long / mid irons well but been struggling with short irons and wedges recently Rick
I have the complete opposite. :D
If you aren't, try standing a bit closer to the ball with your short irons and play the ball more toward center of your stance.
Rory Mc struggles with his wedges so there’s hope for us all
Rick you are a brilljant all round coach👌we all are enjoying your videos✋👌
Been watching you and pete for years this is one of the best vids you done 👊🏽
Great video! I can’t wait to try this; especially that last one. Taking divots is the worst part about my iron strikes. Not sure why I’m so scared to hit the ground with my clubs.
Great video, Rick! Thanks again.
Awesome content Rick. Will use these drills tomorrow afternoon when I can get out to the range.
You're a Legend Rick! Thank you
I tend to have a swing path that hits the center, I just have to square the face. If I leave the face open, naturally by geometry I catch the heal a bit. Last year it was so bad I would shank ! Lately I’ve been catching more square faced though which means I’m more central
Great tip Rick. Teaches us to become our own coachs on the range or golf course!
Great drills! Will try these out next time on the range.
This is an unbelievable video so helpful thank you Rick
Thanks for this Rick. Your chipping drills I’ve been practicing has saved me 10 shots a round. I’ve already got some good feedback from this video practicing today. Thanks. 🙏
Thanks for the free lessons 😁
Thing is mishits are normal, no one can hit the middle of the clubface every time, but as long as you strike ball first ground second with irons, and have a consistent shot pattern, your ball striking is set.
Love this Rick. Love to see more institutional info like this in the future.
About that 56 second mark, I could not help but notice how nice those WS blades looked.
there are also some stickers from callaway which you can put on the clubface which works fine aswell
Always great tips. Thanks Rick, from Vegas 🤘
Thank tou
Man oh man that wilson club is the bomb. Great video Rick.
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Just started watching your videos. Great advice! Keep them coming.
Cheers Rick, I'll try this out at the range.
great video Rick, just getting into golf and your videos have been entertaining and informative , Just picked up a set of 2nd hand irons from golfbidder and cant wait to get out and try them
Great content Rick. Reminds me of doing a lot of these drills with my dad when I was wee
Hello! Rick thank you for the best golf videos, after I watch all your videos I strikers the balls a lot better,
Like the instructional short v-logs - one to watch again
Thank you for all your content!!
Don’t forget to get your clubs fitted by your best local PRO. Mine helped me. Gained 10 yards on each club BC I was hitting the heal to the ground before I hit the ball
Hi Rick, Thanks for another great golf lesson! I have been working through your videos and have had some trouble with this very topic. When I tee a golf ball up I can hit it clean with a consistent strike pattern, but as soon as I move it onto the grass my strike pattern is very inconsistant and my divot is often before the ball or where the ball laid to rest, and tip for fixing this?
What are your thoughts on leaning the shaft forward? That’s the only way I can prevent myself from topping the ball with my iron.
This is gonna help me so much
god damn the cleanliness
Great exercise suggestions.
Good vid , I'd like too see one on takeaway & swingpath I have an awful tendency to swing outside to inside which results in my divots going one way and my ball another 😖