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The “over-the-top” swing is a common mistake for amateur golfers. It occurs when the club moves outside the ideal swing path during the downswing, typically resulting in slices, pulls, or weak contact. If you’ve been looking to fix your over-the-top golf swing, these are the three drills I recommend trying.

What’s so bad about “over‑the‑top”? 

Before we jump into the fixes, here are a few reasons you’ll want to invest some time in fixing your over-the-top motion.

Pulls and hooks: An out-to-in path starts the ball left; if the face is slightly closed, you’ll pull or hook it.Pull-slice combo: The same path with an open face creates a shot that starts left and slices hard to the right.Distance loss: A steep swing glances the ball, adding spin and reducing compression, which leads to shorter, higher shots.Timing issues: The amount you come over the top can change swing to swing, making your start direction and contact unpredictable.Worse with longer clubs: The longer the shaft, the more extreme the over-the-top path becomes, especially with the driver.

Headcover drill to fix over-the-top

This is the drill I would start with, regardless of your handicap or how long you have been struggling with an over-the-top golf swing. The headcover helps you visualize the correct swing path and then execute it.

How to do it:

Set a headcover in place: Put a headcover six to eight inches behind the ball, just outside your target line.Take your normal setup: Add a little more bend from the hips to make it easier to swing the club around you. Swing back: Focus on getting your lead arm to stay under the angle of your shoulders as you turn. This helps your arms move more around your body instead of lifting too steeply.Miss the headcover: On the downswing, feel like your chest stays closed while your arms and club swing under the headcover. This prevents the steep, out-to-in move.

If your club hits the headcover, you’ve come over the top. Restart with a slow-motion swing and try again. Once you’re comfortable, hit a few balls at half speed. Your goal is to avoid the cover and start the ball just right of your target.

If you’ve never bought used golf clubs online, it’s not as intimidating as it might seem. With a little research and the right questions, you can find high-quality gear at a fraction of the original cost. Whether you’re a beginner building your first bag or a seasoned player looking to save money on an upgrade, buying used can be a smart move. Just make sure you’re not rushing into the wrong deal. Here are seven key questions to ask before you click “Buy.”

Do I actually know my specs?

Before buying used golf clubs, know your ideal shaft flex, length and lie angle. A professional fitting can give you key insights like swing speed and spin rates, helping you understand what type of equipment suits your game. After a fitting, you don’t need to commit to a specific brand or model. Ensure you walk away with your specs to shop smarter and more confidently.

What condition is the club actually in?

Make sure you’re looking at photos of the actual product, not just stock images. Check for deep scratches, dents, rust or worn grooves as these can affect performance.

Light surface marks, like small scuffs on the top of a driver or minor wear from clubs rubbing together in the bag, are normal and usually just cosmetic.

Will the clubs need to be re-gripped?

Try zooming in on the grip photos to look for visible signs of wear, discoloration, cracks or tears. If regripping is necessary, make sure you add that to your total budget for the new club.

Callaway has unveiled a special Mother’s Day edition of their premium Chrome Soft golf balls, bringing a spa-day inspired twist to their high-performance urethane offering. These limited edition balls feature relaxation-themed designs including slippers, candles, bath accessories, and pajamas – perfect for reminding Mom to take that well-deserved break between crushing drives and draining putts.

It’s worth noting that Callaway becomes just the second golf brand to feature a candle design on their golf balls (albeit just printed on the ball rather than an actual candle).

What’s particularly refreshing about this release is Callaway’s decision to market a premium urethane-covered ball specifically for women golfers (or at least to those shopping for women golfers). Traditionally, golf companies have pushed ionomer-covered soft balls toward female players, inadvertently suggesting they don’t need or can’t benefit from tour-level performance. This Mother’s Day edition bucks that trend.

This Mother’s Day, consider giving Mom the gift of premium performance wrapped in a package that reminds her to take some well-deserved relaxation time. After all, she deserves both the best equipment on the course and a little pampering off it.

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I remember sitting in the back of my high school math class, sneaking graph paper to sketch outlandish holes and then trying to recreate them in Tiger Woods PGA Tour on my PS2 when I got home.

Twenty years later (when I find the time), I’m still designing and tweaking holes on PGA Tour 2k23. For those more artistically inclined (albeit experienced), there’s even an option for you:

Alister MacKenzie’s original Lido Design

The history

The Ray Haddock Lido Prize.

Each year, the Alister MacKenzie Society provides amateur architects, golfers and designers the opportunity to design their own golf hole. This contest is an opportunity to “honor the memory of Dr. Alister MacKenzie and recognize the design potential of an up-and-coming architect.”

Started in 1998, many of the contest’s winners have gone on to have success architectural careers. Names like Bo Links, Craig Snyder and Jeff Martz have won this coveted prize among golf architects.

Building speed, power and mobility in golf doesn’t always require a gym membership or hours of lifting. These five golf strength-training tools were designed to help you train from home, the driving range or even a hotel room.

GolfForever Swing Trainer

It’s hard to be a fan of golf and not have been exposed to the GolfForever Swing Trainer. Scottie Scheffler’s support for this product has made it quite popular. The GolfForever system is part swing-weighted warm-up and part full-body resistance.

The system includes:

A 44.5-inch bar with resistance-band anchor pointsLight and medium bands with nylon safety sleevesDetachable handles, swing-weighted D3 ball, door anchor30-day free trial of the GolfForever app with guided golf fitness routines

To set up the GolfForever system at home, you’ll need a standard door for the door anchor and enough floor space to take a full golf swing.

From a fitness standpoint, this is the most complete all-in-one option for golfers. It helps improve shoulder stability, core rotation, flexibility and postural strength. It does it all while mimicking the motions of the golf swing.

Putting practice time isn’t always easy to come by. When you do have the chance, it helps to have the right tools. These seven putting training aids stand out in 2025, not just for what they do but for how effectively they help you improve.

Best Overall: Putting Arc Mirror Bundle with T3 and Gates

This bundle brings together several putting aids into an affordable package. It comes with a Putting Arc, a full putting mirror and gates. If you are new to structured practice and training aids, this is a top choice. I find this bundle helps me from getting bored during practice.

The arc helps groove a natural, repeatable stroke while the mirror checks eye alignment, shoulder position and putter face setup. It’s a full-system approach that appeals to both visual and feel-based learners and it’s priced fairly.

I’d rather play in the rain than in the wind. I always feel like the wind takes away all the hard work I put in on the range and just does whatever it wants with my golf ball. However, through the years, I’ve learned what adjustments to make to become a better wind player.

If you know how to adjust your game, the wind can become an advantage. Most golfers are aware that wind affects their shots yet many fail to make the necessary adjustments. Here’s how you should be approaching downwind and upwind scenarios on the golf course.

Shots into the wind (Upwind)

Playing shots into a stiff breeze is a yardage killer. You’ll have to recognize the hole is going to play longer and adjust accordingly. Here are the adjustments you should make.

Forget one club—take two (or more)

It’s common knowledge to “club up” (take at least one more club) when hitting into the wind but golfers frequently underestimate how much more club they need. If the wind is significant (15 mph+), don’t be afraid to go two or even three clubs stronger.

One club isn’t always enough.

Ping is partnering with LIV Golf's Torque GC. Here's what it means for the future of equipment sponsorships.

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The PGA Tour has locked up Zurich Insurance as the sponsor of its only two-man team event through 2030.

World No. 3 Lydia Ko says she's "getting a lot of treatment" on her arm as she deals with a tingling sensation ahead of the LPGA's first major of the season.

The golf shoe that golfers are calling “very comfortable” and “easy to walk in” just got even cheaper.

Skechers dominates the budget golf shoe game, and their Elite Vortex may just be their best ever. This spiked shoe is extremely comfortable and has fantastic traction.

Engineered for Golfers

The GO GOLF Elite Vortex isn’t just another golf shoe – it’s a carefully crafted piece of equipment designed specifically for the unique demands of the golf swing. The waterproof synthetic upper ensures your feet stay dry even in wet morning conditions or unexpected rain showers.

Revolutionary Arch Support

This removable insole provides podiatrist-certified arch support that helps distribute weight evenly across the foot. For golfers who spend hours on their feet navigating varied terrain, this translates to reduced fatigue and enhanced comfort throughout your entire round.

Superior Traction When It Matters

The GO GOLF Elite Vortex comes equipped with replaceable spikes that deliver exceptional grip on any course condition. Whether you’re driving from the tee box or making that crucial putt, these shoes keep you firmly planted for consistent, powerful shots.

Wesley Bryan said he plans to appeal his PGA Tour suspension for participating in an LIV Golf influencer event earlier this month.

Rory McIlroy says a win at the Zurich Classic of New Orleans last year helped propel him to finally completing the career Grand Slam.

Spain's Jose Maria Olazabal has been named as Europe's vice captain for the 2025 Ryder Cup, the team said on Wednesday.

Golf clubs are designed with varying lengths to optimize performance across different types of shots. Understanding the rationale behind these differences can enhance your game and inform your equipment choices.​

The purpose of varying club lengths

Think of a set of golf clubs like a toolbox.

Each golf club is a tool engineered for specific tasks on the course. Longer clubs, like drivers, are built to maximize distance while shorter clubs, such as wedges, offer greater control and precision.

The variation in length, combined with differences in loft and clubhead design, allows golfers to execute a wide range of shots.​

Standard golf club lengths

Golf clubs—unless custom ordered—are typically built to standard lengths by the manufacturer. If you’re taller or shorter than average, these standard lengths may not be ideal for you.

Can Nelly Korda repeat at the Chevron Championship? Can McIlroy stay in the winner's circle? We have the latest updates from around the golf world.

As the 125th U.S. Open nears, the USGA, Oakmont Country Club and the WPGA have teamed up to invest $1 million in public golf.

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Nick Faldo hit back at critics who argued he was biased against Bryson DeChambeau during the 2025 Masters in an interview with The Times.

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As the LPGA rides the wave of the women’s sports boom, the time has come for the tour to raise its profile again. And it is.

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