To see this working, head to your live site.

Edited: Jun 07, 2022

Vids , getting the hang of it(At least editing)

Trying my hardest but still fighting shoulder , can't seem to get it away from body on down swing so to speak. And have issues on back swing keeping arm totally straight. Upside I believe is better than when I first started with this academy. And definitely making difference as ball striking is more consistent, sure swinging the club everyday is helping. Sticking with trying to improve mechanics, but am I also wrong to think that somethings will conform to our style and if the results is consistent ball striking and control. Then is that the end result of what we are looking for?

7 iron vid

11 comments

11 Comments

Tom Saguto

Jun 07, 2022

@Steven - Consider Mike Bennett, Grant Waite, and Charlie Wi - noticeably different swings, but all wholly and fully S&T. Sure there are boundaries, but there's plenty of room for us to put our own unique spin on it - and/or to excel within the realm of our preexisting physical limitations!

Steven

Jun 07, 2022

Replying to

@Tom Saguto Thanks for the encouragement, I totally agree. I definitely have a grasp on the fact that the swing will be unique to me for sure.

And an update for all posted here@fish4197&@Alan Studnicky and others.

Thanks for the kudo's, but I don't consider myself a warrior, just love the game and am a competitor. And yes I am here because I knew from when I saw my first Saguto video this would be a help and has been.

Just got done with a practice 18 today at shorter 5698 yd. course with postage stamp size greens . I go their on occasion to focus on the short game but also driving since also can be narrow.

But main goal of today was to play the Saguto, Hogan, Nicholas setup.

Everything was off left ankle clubhead inside ankle. Right foot changed according to club. Went well....the biggest trouble was getting it right with driver and the last 2 par 4's seemed to make it work. I was experimenting a little with ball placement and how much of a closed and wide of stance would work for me.

The last 2 drivers were down the middle slight fade(not a slice)! Seemed to that the perfect spot for driver was same spot as other clubs with widest stance of all the clubs and just a little bit closed stance.

Only terrible shots came when I tried to do too much at once.

Short game was on since the small greens if missed green had to drop then in there.

Took 31 putts 1 three putt Ugh! And had one chip-in using the putter stroke chip with my Lob wedge just off the green. (went in like a putt)

All in all it's mission accomplished (even though I can always find more things to clean up).

Sidebar, having the hitting net in the garage is BIG PLUS! I think it is a huge part of me getting comfortable with the new ball position and stance. Going to stick with this routine for a week and start to incorporate more tilt in the swing once this is more ingrained.

Oh and all this with no warm up which I hate. But range was closed for junior camp, looked like 9 to 12 year old's. I'll live with it since they are introducing the game to youngsters, they looked stoked!!!!

Oh shot 87

On to league tomorrow!

Thanks All!!!!

fish4197

Jun 07, 2022

Yes, I commend you for getting out there. Brings up a good question on either permanent disability or daily soreness and how it effects the Swing. How to overcome and still be able to play and hit the ball KFC. What ever you do, don't stop. If anything you are helping us all see the determination and desire to get it right, or at least to be a scratch player. 😉

Alan Studnicky

Jun 07, 2022

Oh, wow, Steven. Ok, yeah, understood!! Had no idea - probably missed those posts. Keep rocking it. You are a warrior with the underneath metal and working on the swing. You are in the right place.

Steven

Jun 07, 2022

@Alan Studnicky ,@fish4197 and all others willing to comment.

Reminded by Our fearless leader @Tom Saguto.

Do have some range of motion issues, although I wish it didn't affect my swing....it most likely does and does hamper certain things I try to do as bummed out as I am to say that.

I have a plate and 11 screws in my right shoulder. From top to mid upper arm half way above elbow to top of shoulder! :(

So certain things feel like I am moving in a certain way but just not going to happen, I do things in slow motion and there is definitely scar tissue I can feel that plays a factor. And that's okay, but when I try to do some of the things I do slowly when 80% speed time comes shoulder is not going to cooperate.

But @Tom Saguto and forum and courses are improving my game and ball striking just will not let myself get frustrated on certain things that are not going to happened.

But PLEASE KEEP THE COMMENTS COMING!!!!!

It's all helpful and now you know what I am dealing with also!

THANKS

Tom Saguto

Jun 07, 2022

@Steven - For the edification of your fellow members who are looking to assist, you may want to provide a little detail on your shoulder issue and the resulting limitations on your range of motion to help them in their review. Just a thought.

Steven

Jun 07, 2022

Replying to

Thanks @Tom Saguto been with me so long.....forget it's part of me!

Alan Studnicky

Jun 07, 2022

Hey, Steven. You'll get there. This is what I see. It looks to me like your trail elbow is pinned to your side. Your arms are too far apart. Your elbows should be together to keep the left arm straight in the back swing. As you go back it looks like your trail elbow is pinned against your body and it's sliding backwards like a slot machine lever. Tom has a really good video on this. As a result it looks like club is coming down way too steep and from out to in during your down swing. The elbow should not be pinned to your sides - the armpits should be pinned. The right elbow should "tuck" and fold as a result of the take away but it does not slide against your side. I'm a big fan of "Get out and Go Play" course. 2.8 is in there and other drills are in that course as well. Start at the beginning with how to grip the club and what to do with the arms. It's awesome. And it takes time. :) Video is great. Can really see the detail!! Love the garage and your net setup.

https://saguto.golf/courses/1436366/lectures/32953611

fish4197

Jun 07, 2022

I am also struggling with the shoulder. But I believe it starts with my posture. Although I am on 2.8, I feel like I should focused more on the posture. I am moving slightly away from target on back Swing and left shoulder is not down. Steven your swing looks fluid. Looks like progress. Keep up the good work.

Steven

Jun 07, 2022

5 iron vid( a little close but getting

better with vids bear with me)!

Nocona Colt Abernathy

Jun 07, 2022

•

Replying to

@Steven - I think I know what you mean with the shoulder? and you mention can't keep your left arm straight. Maybe a different perspective will help with a more specific goal. Instead of focusing on your arm and shoulder, get in your mind that your hands are too close to your head and you need them to be as far as possible. Hopefully, this lets your subconscious straighten the arm.