On the Mark Golf Podcast

Michael Finney with 7 Golf Swing Concepts to Improve Ball-striking

Mar 26, 2024

Michael Finney, Director of Golf at The University of Louisville Golf Club, and Mike discuss 7 golf swing concepts for better ball-striking. Topics include shaft lean vs. angle of attack, D-Plane misunderstanding, early extension correction, face angle influence, trail elbow positions, pivot's role in clubface alignment, and lead wrist positions. They emphasize the importance of understanding theoretical concepts for improved performance and consistency in golf swings.

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Understanding the rate of clubface closure influences shot accuracy and grip adjustments are crucial for different rates.

Pivot movements contribute to power generation while grip twists affect face alignment, emphasizing control over shots.

Exploring nuanced concepts like early extension and wrist positions challenges standard swing approaches and encourages individualized adjustments.

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Research and Recommendation for Golf Lessons

When seeking to improve in golf, researching and finding a recommended instructor with knowledge and experience can be valuable. Look for someone who uses a launch monitor for objective feedback and be open-minded during lessons, listening and understanding the reasoning behind the instructions.

Early Extension in Golf Swing

00:57

Understanding the D Plane for Better Golf Swing Mechanics

01:23

Introduction

4min

Discussion on Mike Finney's Golf Journey and Background

2min

Discussion on Simplifying Complex Golf Concepts for Swing Improvement

3min

Mastering Shaft Lean and Ball-Striking in Golf Swings

13min

Exploring the Impact of Face Angle on Golf Ball Flight

22min

Mastering the Early Extension in Golf Swings

6min

Reflections on Teaching, Coaching, and Seeking Improvement in Golf

2min

Importance of Understanding Golf Concepts for Improved Performance

2min

Michael Finney is the Director of Golf at The University of Lousiville Golf Club. One of the most thoughful and incisive minds in golf instruction, Finney has the ability to boil down complex theoretical instructional concepts to easy to understand tips for game improvement.

Mike joins #OntheMark for a second time to talk about 7 concepts sure to improve your golf-swing and your ball-striking. More importantly, he will most certainly improve your understanding of a few theoretical topics currently at the forefront of the game.

He discusses and elaborates on:

Difference between Shaft Lean and Angle of Attack
Misunderstanding and misinterpreting the D-Plane
Early Extension and its costs and benefits
Rate of Clubface Closure through impact
Trail Elbow positions and "Getting Stuck"
The Pivot's influence on Clubface Alignment
Lead Wrist Positions at the top of the swing

Michael elegantly describes the paradox of golf and explains the nature of the game and what is, and is not, required to swing the club effectively and consistently. He talks about the value of questioning everything and is sure to equip you with a good understanding of what your golf-swing requires.

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On the Mark Golf Podcast

Michael Finney with 7 Golf Swing Concepts to Improve Ball-striking

Episode guests

Podcast summary created with Snipd AI

Quick takeaways

Deep dives

Research and Recommendation for Golf Lessons

Rate of Closure and Face Angle Alignment

Early Extension Debate

Balancing Power and Precision in Golf Swings

Understanding and Applying Golf Swing Concepts

Early Extension in Golf Swing

Understanding the D Plane for Better Golf Swing Mechanics

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