
On the Mark Golf Podcast 4 Things all Great Ball-Strikers Do with Scott Cowx
Jan 26, 2026
Scott Cowx, a Canadian golf instructor and biomechanical coach for pros and teachers, breaks down four traits of elite ball-strikers. He explores dynamic balance, the crucial P3–P5 transition, joint mobility and smoothness, and club center of mass. Short, crisp explanations cover linear vs angular work, speed creation, and drills to feel the club.
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Dynamic Balance Hides Violent Speed
- Dynamic balance lets golfers move violently yet stay stable against the club's centrifugal pull.
- Great players change direction quickly and smoothly, disguising speed as fluid motion.
Prioritize Linear Work And Length
- Increase linear length of opportunity (longer backswing) to gain the easiest, largest speed benefit.
- Prioritize linear work over wrist lag because about 80% of work comes from linear forces and 20% from wrists.
Scale Club Weight For Development
- Fit juniors with appropriately weighted and lengthened clubs, increasing specs gradually as strength and coordination grow.
- Use lighter swing weight if excessive wobble appears until dynamic balance improves.



