The Vardon Or Overlap Golf Grip Secret No One Talks About
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- The vardon or overlap golf grip secret no one talks about. The golf grip is one of the most important aspects of golf. It is what connects you to the golf club. In this video golf tip Brian Fitzgerald The Golf Doctor shows you the vardon or overlap golf grip secret no one ever talks about. In fact he shares two secrets in this video.
If you can improve your golf grip you will go a long way towards hitting better golf shots.
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My name is Brian Fitzgerald - I'm an Australian full time golf coach living in Melbourne and coaching at two venues. The Morack Public GC in Vermont South and the Lang Lang GC in beautiful South Gippsland (An hour and a quarter from Melbourne) where there are lot's of Kangaroos.
FAQ:
How long have you been a golf coach? I qualified as a full member of the Australian PGA back in 1985. Wow I don't feel that old.
Why do you make videos for RUclips? That is a great question and one I get asked a lot. I love helping people play better golf and people tell me I have a very unique coaching style that is very simple to understand. We really should do things simpler. I just make them to help people and if people like my videos they can either come for a golf lesson in person or if that is not possible you could join my membership program and I can then view your golf swing or any part of your game and really help improve what you do.
Do you always change some ones golf swing? To be perfectly honest I try not to. If I do try to change some ones golf swing I have to have a pretty good reason for doing so and the client has to be fully engaged and committed to both regular coaching and practice in order to make that change. Most people say they will do both with good intentions but most fall away pretty quickly.
So my preference is to change things that will improve their score easily. There are so many different ways to do this.
What do you film with? - I have a few few different cameras I use. An old GoPro Hero 4, an iPhone 6 and iPhone X, A Sony ZV1 and an old Panasonic Handy cam (I'm using that less and less now). I record my sound on an old iPhone 4.
What do you edit with? - About a year ago I switched to Adobe Premiere - prior to that it was Pinnacle Studio
Do you make money off RUclips? - Yes.It took me over 100 videos to make my first total $100 off adsense and then another 50 videos to make my next $100. I think it will slowly change, but VERY slowly.
I really enjoy your videos, how can I support you? - Here's my ko-fi where you can buy me a coffee, beer or a burger should you wish (kind of like giving me a tip via : ko-fi.com/thegolfdoctor
Thanks for watching!
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Thanks for the more detailed explanation. I am going to give it a try. Currently using the interlocking grip.
Thank you for the insight. Can’t wait to try your advice, Brian.
My pleasure Edward. I am really happy you enjoyed my video.
Keep me posted on your progress.
Thanks for watching.
Brian
I tried this out with a mate the other day while practising on course. I immediately felt like my hands where better connected without being restrictive. I felt like my club face was less prone to play/movement on backswing, and in the downswing I was able to feel better where the clubface is during impact. Over the 9 holes, I noticed my shots were also a lot straighter and with less dispersion. Thank you! I'm converted :)
That is great to hear Justin. All of the things you describe are exactly what you should be feeling. As you have noticed it makes a huge difference. The hard part is that it feels uncomfortable at first which people describe as wrong.
Thank you for letting me know your progress.
Brian
Hi Brian
Great content, supported by some pretty nifty camera work.
I use the Vardon grip but have to admit have never been shown the revised pinky position. Totally get your point and will be trying on next visit.
Take care and will speak later today.
Thanks David. It wise fun trying out the new camera.
The little adjustments will be worth it.
Tonight’s session is going to be a ripper. See you soon
Brian
I used to be one of those guys who had the between the figer overlap and I changed it after your 1st video on this and I'm hitting the ball better than ever. I had that old grip completely ingrained too, so it took a little time to get used to doing it the right way. Thank you Brian for telling me about it!
My pleasure Oliver. I am glad my video was able to help.
I appreciate the feed back too.
Thanks for watching and keep me posted.
Brian
I know this video is old but just came across this one. I have struggled with my grip for years. I had a lot of success with the interlock grip and played down to a single digit handicap from shooting in the 100s. I started to loose feeling in my ring finger and pinky of my right hand, right handed player, which caused me to change my grip. The Varden grip helped me keep playing and initially I gained distance and accuracy using it. I've always struggled keeping my right hand in the same position throughout my swing though. I would find myself regripping the club mid downswing. I found I would still inch my pinky back to the groove between my pointer and middle finger on my left hand. Since viewing this video I'm now practicing at keeping my pinkie on top of my pointer on my left hand and now my accuracy and distance is coming back to where I expect them to be. Golf is fun again! I'm switching my grips to ones with less taper in the lower hand position as I've found this also helps with my regripping problem. No matter what grip you use if your hands are dancing around while swinging the club you're not going to hit the ball consistently.. I know that for sure! As a bonus the tension in my grip is gone and the issues with my hands has gotten so much better. Hopefully I'll be back to a single digit handicap soon. Thanks for this video.
I am gla the video has been helpful.
There is no point experiencing any pain when you don’t have too.
I think replacing your grips will also be of benefit.
Thanks for the feed back and I’d love to hear how you are going after a few weeks.
Brian
Great vid Fitzy. I implemented what you mentioned and got a much better ball flight - stopped hitting left so much. Cheers!
Good stuff! Thanks for letting me know. That is a great result.
Keep me posted on your progress.
Brian
I did try your tip today to put the pinky finger on top on that finger instead of in the gap between those two fingers for less tension and it really works. What a difference! I must say that I was really surprised.
And happy 😀
Great tip! Thank you 👍
Thanks Ulf.
I am pleased it worked for you. It does feel a bit weird at first. The day my coach Alex Mercer got me to do this when I was 15 I remember thinking this feels like my right hand is so week I am going to shank every shot.
I didn't. But it took me about 5 minutes to get used to it.
I'd love to hear how things are going for you down the track. Keep me posted.
Thanks for your comment and thanks for watching.
Brian
I’ve developed a very strong interlocking grip position. It was causing some hooks and long irons not flying high enough in the air to stop quick on the greens. I started practicing the overlap grip today and noticed it was more comfortable resting the pinky on top of the index finger like you recommend. Thanks for sharing these secrets!!
I’m glad you found my video useful.
The grip is just so important. As you have discovered.
Many people assume their grip is ok because it feels good. Unfortunately feel is no indication of real.
Thanks for letting me know about your progress.
Brian
Brian thanks for the little gems you keep producing. I used the little pinky grip for a long time and my pinky started to give me a lot of severe pain over time most likely due to not knowing the correct placement. I now use the baseball grip as i can't get used to the inter locking grip. Thanks again for talking about it. I think you should also talk the medical aspects of doing things wrongly if you have any knowledge from your years of teaching and experience. Take care.
Thanks Pangayee. The pain was most probably too much tension in the middle part of the grip.
I have certainly seen some bad outcomes from people doing the wrong thing but that is more on a case by case basis.
If I think of things in this area I will be sure to share it with you on a video.
Stay safe.
Brian
Great explanation and tip. Thanks
My pleasure Larry.
I am glad you enjoyed it.
Thanks for watching.
Brian
Never heard this before and well explained thanks mate
They really are secrets Wayne. Very few people have. They do work very well though.
I appreciate the feedback.
Brian
I am working with a golf coach right now. He is teaching me this type of vardon grip.
I'm starting to realize it takes a lot of errors out of what I was doing wrong. It's a lot easier, a lot easier to hit the ball straight!!
You have a good coach there Russel.
You are right.
Having a good grip is very important.
Brian
I learned with Vardon grip, I've since gone to interlocking but have begun hitting pull hooks. I am going to try the vardon again. Seemed to play my best golf with it back in the day.
It sounds like changing to the Carson would be a good thing. Especially if you have the hooks.
Make sure you place the club in the middle joints of your bottom hand and get your pinkie on top as I suggest in the video. It will help.
Thanks for watching.
Brian
Thank you for the tip. I have had more problems than a soup sandwich using the interlock. After watching this and practicing it is literally a game changer. I have never felt more confident in my swing. Thanks again
Thank you Jeff. You have made my day and I am just eating breakfast....
The golf grip is such an important part of the golf swing but a lot of people don't pay much attention to it.
I am glad my video has been able to help you play better golf.
I appreciate you taking the time to let me know.
Brian
Just found this grip a couple weeks ago. Works great for someone with very large hands. This video explains it perfectly. Playing the best golf of my life. Thanks for sharing.
Great to hear! @jordan malone
I'm am glad my video was able to help you achieve this result.
Thanks for the update.
Brian
Thanks for the information. I’m going to try it out at my next range session.
My pleasure Jaime.
Let me know how it goes. I’d love to hear.
Brian
Great vid. I've been using an interlocking grip forever and have been struggling with the hooks. I decided to try out the overlap grip today and was hitting it way straighter
It is a great grip and way less tension through the middle part of the grip which allows you to release the club better.
Keep me posted on how it's going.
Brian
Hi Doc. Wish I found your video a year ago. Found it the day before yesterday, went and played yesterday with the vardon grip. Grip felt weird but soldiered on. Shot a 84 where i normally have to fight to break 94. Didn't hit the ground once behind the ball and had additional 5-10m on every club. Loose wrists felt amazing. I could feel the hinge and rehinge. Thank you thank you thank you.
The good news is you have found it Alan and that it has helped you.
All of the things you described are very exciting and that score improvement is fantastic.
Try and consolidate it and double down on your short game practice and you might be able to get under 80.
Thanks for the update and keep up your good work.
Brian
Ive struggled and never felt comforable or confident with the interlocking grip but used this today and just WOWWW, the horrible consistent slice ive struggled with for years has seemed to have disappeared, from driver to iron shots the improvement is massive. the tip is something so simple yet such a big game changer.....shot an 81 today because of it....and such a difference between resting the finger in the groove to resting it ontop, cheers for the great valuable tip. I wish i’d have found this earlier...Brian “The Doc” you LEGEND 👍🏻👍🏻
What a great result. Good on you for being brave and making the grip change.
I am so pleased my video has been able to help you.
It is these little things that matter and now you have crossed another little thing from the list.
Just keep checking it every week because it doesn't take to revert somewhat.
Thanks for letting me know about your progress.
Brian
love the video and learned my mistakes. thanks Brian
Thanks Jesse I am glad you got something out of it.
Stay well.
Brian
I used Vardon pinkie in-between fingers. I've just switched to fully overlapping and I've gained distance and accuracy. Thanks for a brilliant tip 😄 🏌️
My pleasure Colin. I am glad you enjoyed my video and are seeing the benefits from the change.
Thanks for watching.
Brian
I cannot believe how such a simple change can improve your ball striking, tried this out on the range today and felt natural and it freed up my wrist and allowed the club to accelerate much more effortlessly. Also felt great on the short shots. Can't wait to take this to the course this Saturday . If it goes as well as I hope, I will report back. Actually saw a video with Steve Elkington explaining this advice on the grip (in a locker room years ago), to a bunch of young Pro golfers. He didn’t quite do as good of a job as you did…Cheers Mike.
Hey mile thanks for being brave enough to try it. It really can make such a difference to your ball striking as you have discovered.
I appreciate your feed back too.
Steve and I had the same coach so that would explain our similar thoughts.
I have had more practice at explaining it than Steve as I have been a full time coach for a number of years. and he was a full time player.
I’d love to here how it goes on Saturday for you
Thanks for watching.
Brian
Great vlog thank you
My pleasure Robert. I’m glad you liked it.
Thanks for watching.
Brian
I just switched to the Vardon Grip recently. I would hit cronicly to the left of target and suffer from consistency issues(fat and thin shots along with other body issues- hip, knees....etc)
It has helped with the consistency and allows more lag also as the grip seems to have less fingers holding the club. This has allowed the natural drop of the club without muscling it thru. I was an interlock for years but struggled over the last couple years with consisency due to the hip and knee issues and mobility.
Seems to be working so far and confidence in the shots are growing. Thanks for this video!!
@Korizen That is a great outcome.
Well done on making the change and that it is having a positive impact on your golf.
I am glad my video helped you.
Brian
Just tried your two tips. I'd seen them mentioned elsewhere but did not stick with them because the right hand does not feel very strong. But after a few minutes I think if you stick with them it will became more comfortable. Thanks.
Good on you for sticking with it Tommy.
You are right. It feels so different and wrong people give up and change aback after a couple of shots.
But if you give it 5 minutes or so you get used to it and the magic happens.
Well done.
Brian
Best Tipp ever for my Grip! Great improvement for my Swing!!!
Wow that is high praise.
I am glad you enjoyed it and you have benefited from it.
I always try to keep my videos as simple as I can. Just like a real golf lesson with me.
Keep up the good work.
Brian
Hey Doc, I've been using the interlocking grip for many years now but, after watching your video, realised that I suffered from both of those ball flight errors and wanted to try the Vardon. I played 9 holes at RMC Duntroon yesterday and was quietly impressed at how using the Vardon grip took the tension out of holding and swinging the club. This then resulted in a better round of golf for me. It took me the first four holes to become accustomed to the new grip (doubles and a triple bogey) but then I finished the last 5 with a birdie, a par and 3 bogeys! The golf stars aligned. Of course I'm pragmatic enough to acknowledge that there was likely some luck involved too but I actually felt that this grip helped significantly by "de-tensioning" my hold on the club. Thanks Fitzy!
Thanks for the feedback @Golfing Nomad. Good on you for having the courage to make the grip change and then to persevere with it when it didn't work early in your round.
One round doesn't mean it is always going to work as you say but you are definately on the right track.
Keep me posted on your progress. I would love to know how it goes.
Thanks for watching.
Brian
I will try that, thank you!
HERE IS ANOTHER SECRET FOR CASTERS. >>> Put your left index finger over your right pinky finger. I saw this on the golf channel, I now feel like my left hand is the boss instead of my right.
I use overlapping but really not happy with it. Next time I play I'm going to experiment with your version of the Vardon grip and see how it works out. Always enjoy your videos!
Thanks Tom I am glad you enjoyed it.
It's quite ok to fiddle around until you get the grip you like. However the second secret applies to all grips not just the vardon.
Over the past 12 months I have probably seen 3 clients that have a great grip. I don't always change peoples grips but it is an indication of how many people get it wrong.
I'd love to know how you get on.
Thanks for watching.
Brian
Brian - you hit it again. Been using the Vardon grip all my life, but with the pinky in the gap, not on the left hand's index finger. I was just out hitting balls after watching your other vid - re: the club in the proper finger joint of the right hand (also covered in this vid). I've been out of the game for a few years due to various health reasons, and I'm finding your stuff at just the right time. Thanks for making concise and to the point vids, man! Now, where's your left hand grip vid??
Welcome back to the game Carl.
I am glad you are enjoying my content. I make content for average golfers and the only way I know how is simple.
The left handed grip video is on the list for next time I record.
Thanks for watching.
Brian
I just started reading Hogans book so I switched to the overlap. I immediately felt more power and control during my first round. But I noticed my pinky was sore after the round and it never felt really comfortable in the “crease”. I will try this and see what happens! Thanks.
@TileCoach it will certainly help with a lot less pain. Many people find a few extra yards as well.
I'd love to know what you think.
Brian
The best grip teaching video I have ever seen - Thank you - Love to see a left hand video showing where the club should sit in the same way as the right hand
Thank you Darren I am glad you enjoyed it.
I should do that video one day as you suggested.
Watch the video on your phone and hold it up to a mirror. It will look left handed. Its a simple trick I use when I coach to show the best right handed swings to left handed golfers that I coach.
Let me know how it goes.
Brian
@@fitzygolfpro I think my left hand is ok So yesterday I went out with a pitching wedge and made an adjustment to my right hand I was surprised how cleaning I struck the ball I have seen a lot of grip videos and the way they are explained can be confusing This was clear and well shown on the video I would suggest all gofers give it a go
@@darrensymes2459 Thank you Dean. I always try to simplify everything I do either in my real live lessons or by video.
I am glad you enjoyed the video and have seen some good results already.
Brian
Need to try this. Thanks 👍👍
Let me know how it goes Paul.
Thanks for watching.
Brian
Great video Brian. Would the interlocking grip also be creating similar, but less, of the same tension due to the speed of the last to fingers on the right hand?
Thanks Jeremy. I am glad you enjoyed it.
Of the 3 types of grip the interlocking grip has the most tension in the middle part of the grip. I usually recommend it to people that don't have a lot of hand strength or people with small hands. That is not to say that it doesn't work for more people.
I would still try and put it in the middle joint of the bottom hand as I explained in the second secret.
I hope this helps.
Thanks for your comment and watching the video.
Brian
Great tip
Glad it was helpful!
Brian
Great stuff. All this time i thought my hands were just to small. Everytime i fight to get pinky between the fingers it feels to tight and stressful. Glad to know i dont have to keep doing that.
Thanks for letting me know Eric. I am pleased my video has been able to help you.
It is such a small thing most people don't think it matters.
But as you have found it certainly does.
Thanks for watching.
Brian
Brian
Interesting. Understand the first secret and yeo that explains the tension at address. The problem I have is with the second. If I position the club in the fingers as described I feel as though I am going to loose the club. This results in tightening of the left hand and a perfect cover drive.
Hey Ken thank for you’d comment. You are right that grip change feels strange and weak.
When I made the change it felt like I was going to shank everything. I never did.
You are also right that initially the left hand will tighten to compensate.
You will end up hitting it to the right mostly if this happens.
The reason I like a neutral grip is you can give it scream rip with you’d right hand and there is little chance of you pull hooking the ball.
At least if you do you will know it was not caused by the grip.
My advice is to give it a really good go in a practice session. The first 10 minutes could be ugly but it should get better after that.
If it doesn’t get any better forget it and go back to your old grip and move on.
I hope that helps.
Thanks for watching.
Brian.
I am going to try it out. I use the overlap but the improper way...thanks formthe tip.
You are welcome! Keep me posted on how it goes. I would love to know.
Thanks for watching.
Brian
I've been using the interlock grip since high school golf days and recently just got fitted for some new clubs at UGP in Santa Monica. My right pinky has never hurt until I was a few rounds into using my new clubs. It's been hurting so badly after each round that I have to resort to icing it to reduce inflammation. Last round, I decided to switch to the Vardon grip which saw an iffy game albeit thanks to the adjustment but my pinky felt so much better. From watching your video, I realized my Vardon grip was incorrect as I had placed my pinky in between my left index and middle finger. I'm going to apply the pinky over my index finger at the range today and hopefully get some positive results. Thanks for sharing this tip!
I am glad my video helped.
When you got your new clubs were the grips thicker than your last set? If so that would account for the change in soreness.
It will take a bit of work to get the feel for the grip change and the feeling most people describe is it feels weak. It isn't but that is how people describe it to me after the change.
I would love to be kept in the loop on your progress.
Brian
@@fitzygolfpro Thanks Brian. I feel like the new grips are thicker than my previous set. I was so surprised that I had to switch my grip just because of that as the pain in my pinky was becoming rather questionable. I had a great range session over the weekend with my new Vardon grip and found that holding my right pinky on top of my left index finger is much better to achieve consistency and amazingly, it changed my ball flight on my wedges from fade to baby draw when applying about 70% power and up. The new grip felt unnatural and weak at first but I got used to it and am pretty comfortable now. I feel like I have better control of my grip overall. Just need to build on that and gain more confidence over time. I’m an 8 handicap and am on my journey towards scratch (hopefully one day) - thanks for this help along the way!
That secret tip has definitely made a real difference with my ball striking,always been straight but noticed great improvement ...thanks
My pleasure James.
I’m glad you enjoyed it and found it helpful.
Brian
@@fitzygolfpro going to try the quiet eye dot whilst putting,have put line on balls already,does it matter ?
Great video mate, going out tomorrow to try this out. I have been using the ten finger for over 10 years because i thought it could give me more control. A lot of what you spoke about reached me. Cant wait for tomorrow!
I am glad you found this video useful @dtb1988 Good luck with your practice tomorrow I would love to know how it goes.
Thanks for watching.
Brian
@@fitzygolfpro Love this grip and definitely keeping it! went out to my local course yesterday and made my first eagle on a par 5 in quite a while, and its because i was properly releasing the driver head and not holding the face open leading to more distance and straight flight. All around it was a great round. Getting back out there with it tomorrow to continue working on consistency but i never see myself going back to the old baseball grip! Thanks again for a well put together and informative video Brian.
Awesome an eagle. Congratulations. As you said with ths grip you can release the club properly without the fear of the ball going left. As you found it was not only straighter but further.
I really appreciate your feed back and nice comments.
Thanks for watching.
Brian
@@fitzygolfpro My pleasure. My confidence levels have shot up tremendously off the tee where before i always just hoped it was playable most of the time. That is a great feeling. I also watched a few more of your videos and have implemented the triple track aiming technique off the tee. Wow so simple yet so effective. I was constantly second guessing myself when i actually got into the hitting position, shuffling around and missing left or right because of it. Now i just aim the triple track and line up my feet to that and let it rip! Keep the great content coming Brian!!! Thanks again.
Brilliant Fitzy. I wear a cadet size glove and legend has it I should use the interlock which I did for the first 7 or 8 years. Then I tried the overlap and found it was more comfortable, I played better and even won my Sunday league championship the same year I changed to an overlap. To me it seems the interlock would be more difficult for golfers with smaller hands but what do I know. Love the Mizuno bag too.
Well done Jay, That is a great outcome.
I interlock is suited to people with smaller and weaker hands. The weaker is the important bit.
Congrats on winning your Championship.
Stick with the Vardon it will be good as you have already discovered.
Brian
So I'm been playing this game for over 10 years took lessons from the same teacher for over a year 5 years ago. Saw this video and realized I have been griping the club wrong the hole time. Was scoring 86 to 88 average playing 2 a week. Tried new grip yesterday shot a easy 77 and that was with greens just being aerated. All say is thank you for putting up this video you have saved me from quitting this crazy game
Awesome Shane. Well done breaking 80. You have made my day and I have just woken up.
I'm glad my video has helped you and stopped you from quitting golf.
Brian
Great video Brian. I use the Vardon grip but I have never heard of these points before. I do pull hook on occasion and I will try these changes
All the best
David
Thanks David I appreciate your thoughts.
These two little tweaks will certainly help get rid of those pull hooks.
Let me know how it goes.
Brian
Harry Vardon is my Great Great Uncle .... his brother Tom Vardon is my Great Great Grandpa😊
@@nicholeroeschlein9673 you should be very proud - he has earned his place in history!
Thank you for this video
Started golf 26 years back with the vardon and no one told me what you explained. I sliced for the better part of my younger years. Switched to reverse overlap , less slices but reduced my distance somehow. Last 5 years been playing with interlock , alot more consistent but very often specially in pressure situations will hit short or a slice or even the occasional skier with the driver. When I try to hit it longer i end up pulling.
Then came this video. Tried it today. It's amazing how beautifully and consistently the ball launched. My chipping and short pitches do need work as i guess am used to the interlock. Have not tried it on bunkers.
Can one play the long game with vardon and short with interlock ?
Thank you for watching and letting me know about your golf.
This is the best version of the Vardon as it keeps the tension in the grip nice and even and allows for a more neutral grip.
In answer to your question. You can have different grips for different shots.
Is it ideal? No.
Over time it would be good to stick to the one grip.
Until then use both.
I’d love you to keep me updated on your progress.
Brian
Thanks for the recommendation Brian! This newer video does shed light on a lot more subject matter! I have used the interlock for decades since Nicklaus and Tiger made it popular. Prior to that I used the Vardon grip and made the error with the "pinky" finger that you pointed out in your video. After hearing you say that the interlock does create some tension, I may try your method of the Vardon grip to see if it feels doable. Good Job Brian! I'm learning a lot watching your videos.
Glad it was helpful John! The beauty of a back catalogue. The benefit of doing RUclips for 8 years is there are a lot of videos...
Let me know how the changes go.
Brian
@@fitzygolfpro I did play 18 holes yesterday using the Vardon grip! Although I felt I was playing conservatively, the grip did not feel strange at all. My shot making did not suffer although my score did dip a couple of strokes. I'm going to continue with the grip and I feel in time my scores will recover and probably even get better! Thanks Again Brian for the enlightenment!
Good on you for giving it a go John. It takes a little bit of getting used to because it is different.
Stick with it the results will come.
Thanks for the update.
Brian
This is mind blowing! Literally am hitting them so much crisper doing this way of Overlap grip!! Thank you! 🙏🙏
You're so welcome!
It changed my life when my coach got me to use it.
It is so simple yet its very effective.
Thanks for watching.
Brian
@@fitzygolfpro My miss is a pull hook/too much lower hand involvement...this should definitely help right? And why isn't this the way overlap grip is taught? Most places you read or watch they say to put in groove...really odd
I have been using this grip for the past 41 years. My coach Alex Mercer showed it to me. He coached both David Graham and Steve Elkington.
They did ok with it.
Brian
@@fitzygolfpro Interesting...most places show to put your pinkie in the "groove" thanks for this!! Feels much easier to get that lower hand on top of the grip and should help my lefts!!
I have been playing with my grip over the past couple of weeks and settled on the interlocking method,I will give the Vardon acrack and let you know what I think,I have been struggling to get the ball up in the air, so I hope it works for me
This should certainly help you in that area Rob.
Let me know how it goes.
Thanks for watching.
Brian
Always wondered why everyone says to place in the gap instead of on top. Way less pressure on my wrists and fingers than an interlock for my xl hands. Gained about 10mph on driver as well. Try it out!
Thank you for sharing Jeremie. An extra 10pm is a great result but Eve better is less pressure on your hands.
Enjoy the extra distance.
Brian
Brian, tried today in an 18 hole round with one hour warmup. Felt strange the first half hour, natural and comfortable by mid round.
Consistent game is what would best describe the outcome. A few bad shots, most caused by not fully turning, I think.
I did have the impression that my irons would go one club shorter, but the driver and woods did not and I felt very confident hitting hard.
All the round with the pinkie finger over the left-hand index finger, not covering the knuckle. Somehow this forces the left hand to go better positioned over the club.
I will stick with it. I really feel this is a game changer that only needs time.
Will post again in a few months.
Best,
Carlos
Well done on giving it a go Carlos.
it certainly feels uncomfortable at first but as you found it settles down after a while.
Some people notice the ball flight is a little higher and the ball lands a little softer with their irons.
It will be interesting to see what happens over time.
Thanks for the feed back.
Brian
“Gun Barrel Straight “ I’m using this from now on. 👍🏻
I am glad you enjoyed it.
Brian
Wow! What a difference with the pinkie on top than wrapped under the forefinger of the other hand. My hands come apart too easily with it under and the interlock does not work well with my finger/hand arthritis. I lose too many shots out to the right and with your method, it has less tension and a better release. Thus, more straight shots. Thanks.
Thanks for the feedback Michael.
This grip has served me well for over 40 years.
I am so happy it has helped you.
Brian
Nice video Brian......so with this new grip "should" my wrists be firm or flexible at the top of the back swing? Sometimes I'll hit good shots with a stiff wrist then other shots with my wrists free and flexible.
Hi Tommy I am glad you enjoyed the video. The best way to answer your question is to put it on a scale.
If the number 1 equals extremely relaxed and the number 10 equals extremely firm. The best number to pick where you should be is about 6.
If you are too loose at the top you regrip the club and you wear a hole in the golfe in the heel of your left hand (the most common wear pattern in a glove).
If you grip too tight at the top you will find it difficult to release your hands properly through impact and will result in a lot of shots going to the right.
I hope that helps you.
Thanks for watching.
Brian
I used the "groove" (Hogan?) version of the overlapping grip for years. As you said, I suffered from a frequent pull-hook. I tried the so-called baseball grip for a season and then switched to the interlocking. Neither ever felt right. Will try your suggestions in the upcoming season. Thank you.
It is such a slight change but can make a big difference.
I would love to know how it goes.
Brian
Brilliant game changing tip. I’ve changed to this grip from interlocking in the last month and noticed MUCH less tension, better release and not hitting left as much.
Sometimes have to trust as feels a lot looser than interlocking
Thanks for letting me know Tim. That is a great result all round.
The more good shots you hit the better you will trust it.
Brian
@@fitzygolfpro 100%. I’ve really notice it help massively off the tee with 3 wood and driver. 38 points yesterday so all good. Quick one. Do you recommend wrapping pinky over knuckle of left index or on flat between knuckle and nail? Presume flat section?
Reason I ask is at moment I go between both
Definitely over the flat section. If you get it over the knuckle you will create too much tension again.
It fells weird but you will get used to it.
Just stick with one.
Struggled for years with a strong grip, but worse than that I regrip the club with my right hand on takeaway, done it for years, tried several times to fix to no avail. I like what you've suggested, gonna give it another go, thanks for sharing the video, hopefully i will be back with some good news, thanks again.
That is fantastic news Paul.
I would love to hear how your session goes.
Brian
Hi, I had the same thought for many years!
It is a good variation.
I still use it today.
Brian
Going to try this. Have been trying to strengthen my grip and I’ve never thought of doing this.
It is worth trying.
I'd love to know how it goes for you @Barton King.
Thanks for watching.
Brian
Great vid, will be trying this on the range tomorrow. I played last 9 and changed my driver grip as I had a bad slice (stronger grip), and it helped massively. But I then used that grip on my irons and had a heavy hook on most iron shots. I assume this is more just for irons or am I wrong in thinking that?
Thanks for your feedback and your question @Patrick Moore
My recommendation is to have one grip for all shots and another for putting.
A neutral grip means you have to do something right to hit a good shot. A stronger grip (in general) means you have to do something wrong to hit a good shot.
A strong grip for the right person can help. The right person is someone that does not or can't release their hands. Older people, people with arthritis, weaker hand strength etc.
If your hands are normal I would encourage you to use a neutral (not weak) grip as you will need to release the club. The benefit will be a higher ball flight, straighter golf shots and a few more yards carry.
I'd love to know how it goes for you.
Brian
Nice Brian
Thanks Anne.
Just recently flipped back to interlock. Going back to interlock with my pinky in the right position tomorrow was wrong all this time. Was getting tired of hooking the ball especially on my drives. Thanks Fitz !
I’m glad it helped Marc.
Best of luck for tomorrow.
@@fitzygolfpro I'm so happy that I saw your video , shot an easy 79 mistake were only with putting on 4 greens. Thank you very much for sharing this great info on how your fingers are located in both hands. I'll be 100 % ready for the Club Championship coming next month. Just got to get those putts in. Kind Regards to you and your family Fitz.
@@marccardinal3137 That is fantastic news. I am so happy my video made a difference to you.
Work on the distance control drills I mention in the following video. It will help sharpen you up further.
I appreciate you letting me know.
Best of luck for the club championship.
Brian
Thank you for this!
My pleasure!
Glad you enjoyed it.
Brian
I just subscribed to your instruction site. I'm 57 years old and I've been playing since I was 12. Yeah steel shafts persimmons woods everybody played blades. In my thirties I decided to go from an interlock to an overlap (Vardon) I also wanted to draw the ball and this seemed to be easier because I'm self-taught and we didn't have video technology or anyting then. One of the things that was always frustrating to me was that when I watched better players play they put their pinky in between their fingers instead of over the top of their index finger. I tried to change but unless I was concentrating my pinky would go back on my index finger and so I just started to play that way. All those years I thought I was doing it wrong and I was actually doing it right. Thanks for that!
@@user-mr4ou7jr3j Thanks for subscribing.
I am glad the video helped you in your understanding of the golf grip.
There are over 750 video in the back catalogue if you get a chance to watch.
Brian
Hi Brian, very interesting, what's your oppinion on the left hand. In the fingers or in the palm. I have heard both versions already. Thanks for the great tips. Peter
Hey Peter,
I like it to be more in the palm as the grip is thicker there so you can't get it into the fingers.
It explained in the following video.
ruclips.net/video/3rGdTrxFtHc/видео.html
I'm glad you enjoyed it.
Thanks for watching.
Brian
Great video!
Switched from 10finger to Vardon with R pinky on top of L index, definitely have more tangible feel of the club head. Hitting balls more squarely and HIGHER. Just like you mentioned, it is higher ball flight with this grip. Could you explain why it is higher with this grip? I am a new 1-year semi-senior with very slow speed, 7 iron 60mph. Would higher ball help me with my distance overall?
Thanks for the feed back and questions Frank.
The ball goes a little higher with a neutral grip because you are presenting the correct amount of loft on the club to the ball. A strong grip reduces the loft presented to the ball at impact as it is slightly closed.
A higher ball flight will help you to get the ball to stop on the green.
Distance won't come from a grip change. Unless you consider that a lower ball flight might roll a little more therefore giving you a few more yards (nut not many).
Distance comes from becoming more efficient in your swing and making the club head travel faster (not trying to hit it harder),
I hope that helps.
Brian
I even wonder if this "detail" for the little finger can stop a tendancy for the golfers' trial elbow to be inflammed with this more relaxed grip?
It might help but it won't make it any worse.
Less tension is a great thing.
Brian
Hey doc I will give this a try I have had the overlap grip all my life since I was 6 I am 23 now I am a single figure handicap so will give this a try when I am at golf next
I'd love to know how it goes Josh.
You are doing quite well getting to single figures. The hard part now is getting to lower single figures.....
This grip should make you hit the ball a little higher with your irons and land a little softer so it should help you to hit more greens.
Brian
As a kid and teenager I used the overlapping grip with pinky in the notch. Played the “loosest” and tension free golf I ever played. Somehow through life and back issues getting in the way I ended up with the interlocking grip. Can’t even remember how that happened 😂👎. Been suffering with too much tension in my hands and my misses are exactly what you called out, pull hooks and big blocks. Going to give this a go tomorrow at the range. What can go wrong, after all this is golf we are talking about!😃
Thanks for the feed back Kevin.
Isn't it funny how we forget why things change.
I was only thinking the other day that I never used ball number 2 or 4 s they were bad luck. I only use 1's and 3's. I still do.
I can't remember why or how that became a thing.
I think you will enjoy the "Vardon" grip. It could very well solve your issues.
I love your attitude.
Brian
@@fitzygolfpro Signs are promising from today’s Toptracer range session. 45mins of slight 3ft draws ave 8 irons and 3 wood performed similar over a separate half hour. Going to work on the driver this weekend. Top tip from a scholar and gentleman, appreciated. Subscribed yesterday and I’m perusing your vids to find nuggets of your wisdom to help other areas of my game 👍 Only problem is I now want to spend money😂. I’ve got Titleist AP2 714 irons (Adam Scott used them briefly when he was struggling with the MBs) and a TM Burner driver from around 2014 that I want to bin for something new .🤣
@@kevintrew2299 You sound like my client Mal or as I affectionately call him mad Mal.
He always wants to spend money on changes to shafts (he has over 6) heads lofts anything he can.
So we put them all on my Flightscope MEVO and there is about 3 yards of difference.
Changes make your bank balance lighter and you feel better but will it move the needle?
Probably not.
Work on the short game and shot selection it is much cheaper and will lower your score more.
Thanks for subscribing.
Brian
Thanks for the video, Brian. You talked about holding the club at the middle joint of the right-hand. Do you follow this on the left hand as well?
It’s a pleasure.
That’s a great question.
The answer is no. The grip is thicker under the left hand so it fits into a different part of the fingers.
Thanks for watching.
Brian
@fitzygolfpro do you like these new +4 grips that don't narrow for right hand? Thanks
I like this
Thank you.
Brian
Good tip. This segment, plus your accent, suddenly reminded me of Greg Norman and the way he gripped it. 'Intermesh' I think he called it? Very unique. He sort of 'knitted' his left pinky into his top hand if you recall?
Thank you. I am glad you enjoyed the video and my accent.
Greg used to have a double overlap grip. The only good player I have ever heard of using that grip.
It worked pretty well for him...
Thanks for watching.
Brian
I have been doing what you said with the finger in the crack. I will try this method the next time I practice or/both play. Thanks
Good on you for giving it a go.
Brian
@@fitzygolfpro I tried it today and it helped a bunch. Thanks again
Brilliant.
Brian
Thanks- i have used the Varden grip for years and was never comfortable with the placement of my right hand- just assumed everyone else had a longer pinkie as could never get mine to sit in the gap. Also struggled to cover my thumb as was gripping it in the bottom finger joints.
This should help a lot with both Andrew.
Have a great Christmas.
Brian
Excellent Thx. Gonna try it. Been golfing 40 years but never learned how to grip a lub!! Lol.
I’m glad you enjoyed it. Get the grip sorted and you are well on your way.
Thanks for watching.
Brian
Harry Vardon is my Great Great Uncle.... it’s amazing that his legacy is still going. Thank you for showing this.
Wow what a great relative to have.
He certainly left a legacy. Not just winning six British Opens but his grip has and will live on forever.
Thank you for letting me know.
Brian
Thank you! I meant Great Great Great Uncle, his brother Tom is my Great Great Great Grandpa.... we have some memorabilia of his and his daughters birth certificate..... I am so proud and hopefully my son will love golf 😊
Fingers crossed.
Hi, I have small hands as well.. when I try neutral grip with interlock after the impact of my ball my club grip intend to spin causing to open up the club. Will this grip fix it?
It should as long as you have the club in the middle joint in the fingers. That is the key to this.
Let me know how it goes.
Brian
I have for years used the Vardon grip but never the pinky finger on top of your left index finger.... I have ALWAYS had problems with a draw pull hook from PW thru driver. I will try this new grip and hopefully no more leftys!
It will help Coy. I’m so pleased you enjoyed my video.
Thanks for watching.
Brian
@@fitzygolfpro So really the enterlock grip should make you even pull hook the ball even more the the Vardon grip the way i see it?
Good observation. With a good release that is true. It should be used by people with small or weak hands or people that don’t release the hands.
Hey Coach, I’m a right handed player who started playing a few years ago with the overlap grip. I’ve since switched to the interlock grip. Subsequently, I’ve lost my natural draw and now have a “natural fade”. I also noticed a decrease on distance (around 5%).
For a right-handed player, where should my left thumb be positioned on the club?
Hey Tony.
Most of the answers lie in the following video.
The golf grip explained.
ruclips.net/video/3rGdTrxFtHc/видео.html
Basically the Interlocking grip is for people with small or weak hands. If you aren't in this category you will have too much tension in the grip and that can stop your hands working efficiently causing both a fade and loss of distance.
It won't always lead to this but it could.
I hope all of that makes sense to you.
Thanks for watching.
Brian
I've been playing for 4 years I'm left handed and never hit it left. 2 people I play with are left handed and hit it left or a fade most of the time. But I'll take my 1-2 yard draw because I get more distance.
I have always used 10 finger grip but then decided to try interlocking. 18 holes later terrible result I sprained my pinky. I have large hands and you're right too much tension between my two hands. I will try this grip thanks for the video.
Thanks for your feed back.
If you still feel it's not right just go back to the 10 finger grip. I have no problem with that grip.
Have you had your grips (on the club) checked? If you have large hands and a standard grip size this could be causing you a few issues. It might pay to get them checked out.
Thanks for watching.
Brian
Thanks for the reply and the suggestion. I'll let you know how it works out.
My pleasure
I use a interlock grip but I believe this could be the problem with my swing and will try this now
Thanks for letting me know Ryan.
It is a great grip and gives you a more even tension.
Let me know how it goes.
Brian
I've been trying to find more information on this.
Every single site about golf will represent the overlapping grip with the right pinkie finger resting in between the left middle finger and left index finger.
The English Wikipedia is no different: «In the Vardon grip, one places the little finger of the trailing hand in between the index and middle finger on the leading hand». It even mentions that a visual depiction is the logo of South Herts Golf Club where Vardon was the club professional.
Remarkably, the Spanish Wikipedia does have it right and also explains in which circumstance the pinkie finger should be placed in between the left hand fingers: «The Vardon grip involves interlocking the hands on the golf club grip - left hand on top and right hand below -, so that the right pinkie finger rests on the left index finger (for a right-handed golfer); if this cannot be achieved because the hands are small, then the right pinkie finger is placed in the gap between the left index and middle fingers». (translated).
Will try this weekend, very excited about it!
It is why I titled the video the way I did Carlos.
I was not trying a click bait title.
I too haven't heard many people talk about it over the years.
My coach Alex Mercer showed me this in my first lesson with him back in 1980. He has coached David Graham, Steve Elkington and Michael Campbell to name a few. So he knows something about golf.
The best advice I can give you is to try it on a range somewhere and see how it feels to you.
Try it with different clubs. You will know if it fells right for you soon enough.
I'd love to know how it goes.
Brian
Always thought the finger Did rest in the gap with the Vardon grip, who knew, lol! From Ben Hogans 5 lesson, he claimed to wrap his pinky around the knucle of the left index finger, felt it gave that grip of his a little more power...or so that was my interpretation and followed suit. There are a few other ways to place the right hand,, Jim Furyk uses a Double overlapping grip, yes two fingers not just one, and an older English golfer/commentator Peter Ellis(not sure of the spelling) overlapped a whopping three fingers, leaving only the thumb and index finger on the shaft(grip). I've tried the double overlapping fingers and I must say it feels Very weird, a fade grip all the way and requires some strength not to mention..trust!(?)
Greg Norman used a double overlap and we know where his bad shot under pressure went. Always right...
Generally speaking I like neutral grips. That way you have to do something right to hit a good shot.
The right hand for right handed golfers is the power source and we should be encouraged to use it. Having a neutral grip helps make this happen.
Seve told me once that the right hand is where the magic is.....
I have never seen anyone with a great short game use a strong grip. Even DJ changes his grip for his short game shots.
My advice as always is give it a go and see what happens.
Brian
Count Yogi used the version of the "Vardon Grip" and taught that grip.
It's a great grip.
I have not come across Count Yogi before.
Thanks fr letting me know.
Brian
I'm late to the party, but I was using the Vardon, but I paid little to no attention to the little fingers position (on the lower hand), I placed it above but between the ring and little finger of the left hand (upper hand). but I had to make a swing adjustment to stop the pull. I just came back from the range, I adjusted the little finger just as you showed, and guess what....no pull hooks, no pulls either. I just need to work on it a bit now, since my alignment needs to take into account the new ball flight. I'm a 6 handicap btw.
Brilliant. Thanks for the update. I am sure you noticed a little more height in the shot with a softer landing.
I have known about this for over 40 years. I don't know why more people don't. It is a game changer.
Keep me posted on how it's going.
Brian
@@fitzygolfpro You're the man, will do!
@@fitzygolfpro Here is an update for you. I went to the range today, this time I had to hit into about a 5 mph breeze, moved the ball slightly forward (one ball) in my stance. kept the grip just as you described in the video. The ball flight was indeed a little higher, which I noticed predominately in the long irons. nice ball flight, in to out draw consistently, but without a pull hook. This is such a confidence booster, thank you. btw I did a little research and Ben Hogan in his description of the right hand grip, he emphasized hooking the right little finger between the left index and middle finger. that is where that came from. I see the difference though, this is night and day. thank you again.
Well done and thanks for the update. I appreciate you taking the time.
I am glad you have a better ball flight and the pull hook has gone.
That is a great outcome.
You are right many people have taken everything that was written in Ben Hogans golf books and applied it to their game.
Everyone is different and there is not a one size fits all approach. That is my belief and the way I coach anyway.
Keep up the good work.
Brian
Hi Doc, just tried putting the right pinky on the flat part of the left index for the grip and it seemed to help me relax and hit nice draws on the irons. I have a question on how lightly the pinky should rest on that flat part of the left index finger as I found my right pinky was starting to feel a bit sore as I engaged it to keep it flat on the index while swinging down. Should I have more pressure/ stregnth in the left hand and less pressure with the right pinky to mitigate this? Thanks so much for your help!
I am glad you tried it and saw some positive results.
It sounds like you have too much pressure on the right pinky. There really shouldn’t be pressure in that part of the grip.
Brian
will give it a try today! Thanks @@fitzygolfpro !
Can interlocking cause the grip to come out from the “heel” pad on your left hand? I noticed nothing feels comfortable with my right hand doing the interlock and I feel the club bounces at the top of my swing and kinda slides out from under heel pad even tho I know I start with it in the right position. I feel like the interlock grip is causing some of these issues?
Probably not @mikaelantoszyk261
The loose feeling you have at the top of the swing is most likely caused by either a grip in the left hand )assuming you are a right handed golfer) that is far too strong.
Or the pressure in your left hand is changing at the top of the swing in the change over from back to down swing. Take a look at your most used club like your driver and see if there is a wear pattern on the grip or your glove if you use one. You might notice a gauging out of the rubber or a hole in your glove where your left thumb is.
Try weakening your left hand slightly (as you look down on your grip move your left hand slightly to the left so you can see two knuckles).
Alternatively, make a conscious effort to grip slightly firmer with the last 3 fingers on your left hand at the end of the back swing.
I hope this helps.
Brian
Thankyou for the reply. I will try this
Hello Brian,
I'm 56 yold, 101 mph swing speed, carrying 260 yds on average with the driver. Been using the overlap grip for all my life. Will this grip setting you advocate feel loose at that speed? Thanks.
Everyone is different Carlos.
Some people will feel loose and some not.
I think the only way you are going to know is give it a try.
Brian
Music to my ears!!!!!
I am glad you enjoyed it.
The grip is probably the most under rated part of the average golfer.
Thanks for watching.Brian
@@fitzygolfpro Thanks Brian. Have a good evening!
I agree with everything you’ve said. Having said that, why does Adam Scott use Vardon with his pinky squeezed between the crack rather than on top of left index? Aside from just pure talent of course...it seems to be exactly what you’re saying NOT to do and I have a feeling you see more amateurs do it because they try to copy the pro’s...
Hey Nicholas thanks for your comment. Very observant of you. Adam does do exactly what you say. He has done that all his life and if it works why change it?
If I was coaching Adam it would be one of the very few things I would change.
Adams bad shot under pressure goes left. I think there is a link there and I would encourage him to adopt the minor change.
I don’t and probably never will coach Adam.
It is a superior way to grip but not everyone knows about it. It really is a secret.
I hope that helps.
Thanks for watching.
Brian
fitzygolfpro I agree. I use interlock but I have fairly slender fingers that are quite long. I experimented with vardon as Adam does but found that I naturally gravitated to pinky on top as you suggest. I’m naturally left handed but play right handed like a lot of lefty’s. I tried Greg Norman’s ‘intermesh’ for a while but also found it gave me less club face control. Anyway thanks for thorough reply. 😊
My pleasure and the good thing is you have given a few things a try.
I never liked Greg Norman's grip. I can't help but wonder if this is what caused him to have a miss right under pressure. We will never know.
Brian
If you use the baseball grip you will have more area of the hands touching the grip . Pressure equals 'Force/Area' which means less pressure for a given force. So from a purely physics perspective your more likely to apply less pressure (and less tension) via your hands with a baseball grip.
You are right @jackflash8756 and that is why I encourage a lot of my clients to use the baseball grip.
Brian.
Is the reverse vardon ok to use for a normal swing?
It is not something I have ever tried. It will make it harder to release your hands through impact. That’s why it is a good shortgame grip.
@@fitzygolfpro thank you. Appreciate the response!
all this time ive been putting my pinky figner into the gap and not acutally overlapping it. I have also been using the bottom of my two fingers on the right hand all this time and not the middle of them.
ive not been able to test this grip at a course yet but i can already feel diffrence just by gripping my club at home
Thanks Callum.
It will make a difference to your golf.
I would love to hear how it goes for you once you have tried it.
Brian
@@fitzygolfpro i autally went and did 9 holes today to test it out and i shot my best score so far on the front 9 using the grip.
resting the pinky on top of the finger felt way better for my swing. i did struggle trying to line the club up with the middle 2 fingers on my right hand when playing.
i only recently started playing golf on courses so my handicap dosent exist at the moment. But i was able to string together multiple pars with just missed birdie chances when i would normaly bogey every hole
probably the first time ive actually felt happy all the way around out of the 6 rounds ive played so far just because of this change to my swing.
the ball is finally going where am aiming at.
funny knowing all it took was a slight adjustment
That is awesome Callum. The smallest changes do make a difference. A good golf swing starts with the grip.
Thanks for the update and congratulations on your best score yet.
Keep up the good work.
Brian
@@fitzygolfpro thanks
Thanks Brian. Please confirm lay club on middle PAD of trail hand fingers ? Vid shows PADS, but you keep saying middle JOINT
Absolutely. What I am calling the middle joint you are calling a pad.
If I shoot around 80-84 on average, is it worth trying to get rid of my baseball grip to continue getting better?
Probably not Sam.
If I was coaching you one on one I would ask you 2 questions.
What is the shot that you hit that you hate?
What is the shot that you would love to hit that you can't.
If I felt your grip was the cause of either of these I would possibly change it. But only after seeing you in person.
The baseball grip is a good grip. You don't have to change it.
If you want to lower your golf score focus on the things that will lower that. Distance control with putting, chipping and pitch shots. Short putting (inside 5 feet) hitting more greens in regulation by hitting 1 more club that you think.
I hope that helps Sam.
Totally agree Brian, so much wrong info on golf over the years
Thanks Mike. I just want to put out the best content I can one video at a time.
Brian
I use a double varden overlap, only because I broke my hand playing. I had to adapt
There is nothing wrong with that Adam. It’s a case of finding what works given your circumstances.
Well done.
I cant do interlock or overlap. May be because I grew up a baseball player and that just feels natural. It feels extremely awkward . I also have extremely fat fingers so that may be why as well.
There is nothing wrong withdraw baseball grip @hoss boss
Keep using it I reckon.
Brian
I just started using the overlap after being a baseball gripper for 20 years and wow what a better feeling with the Irons but I still need more work with my woods/driver I feel it's too lose at intact but practice makes perfect or in golf at least better lol nobody's perfect except Jack himself
Thank you for letting me know your thoughts.
It is very different at first especially when you have been using the baseball grip for 20 years.
It will take a little getting used to but you have already seen the improvement it makes.
Stick with it. You will reap the rewards.
Thanks for watching.
Brian
Did you mention how the right hand grips the club?
I did
G’day Brian,
We’re hanging in there. Pretty frustrating losing months of your golfing life. I suppose there’s worse.
It has been tough that’s for sure.
Not long to go now.
Are you feeling like you’re holding the club more in one hand than the other?
Definitely my right hand and in particular my right thumb and pointer finger.