As I've previously mentioned, trying to compete with significant problems in your swing is never a good idea. Your local Foremost Golf Professional is always there to help so please go and visit them for any help.

In the meantime, here's a drill that might help. Lay two headcovers down either side of your ball, creating a pathway through impact. If you are struggling with an exaggerated in-to-out swing path you will struggle to strike the ball without clipping the headcovers. Having a clear path through which to swing is a great way to visualise what the ideal route into the ball should be.

This drill may well help you find a more neutral swing path.

Pushes and hooks are part of the same family of shots and they stem from the way in which the club travels through impact. Let's presume that you have taken a good set up position and are nicely aligned. As the club, in the images shown below the example of a driver is used, works through the downswing, it attacks the ball from too far inside the ball-to-target line. If the face of the club is square to the swing path, you will hit a straight push that finishes well to the right of the target. If the face is pointing at the target at impact, a low hook that swings viciously left is the likely outcome.

For any ambitious golfer, it is important to understand why you are hitting certain shots. The root cause of the problem in this instance could be a range of different things and identifying where it is coming from and putting it right is essential. Please go and see your local Foremost Golf professional to book a lesson if you are struggling with pushes or hooks as I guarantee that trying to play through the problem will only do more harm than good.

SkyCaddie and a Golfing Revolution…

There is always a buzz among the golfing community when new gizmos hit the shelves. Leading techno giant SkyCaddie have unveiled a staggering four new devices to make your golfing life easier. We take a look at what they have conjured up…

The SkyCaddie LINX

New golf watches are often labelled the ‘same old’ but the LINX really has stepped up to the plate. We were extremely impressed with innovative layup targeting concept, allowing the user to genuine manage their round to their ability. It is much more of a thinking golfer’s strategy assistant and sure to aid the majority of players.

It has also developed a new face making it readable in sunlight and employing IntelliGreen technology. This had allowed for up to 40 identifiable hazards per hole.

It is updated via Bluetooth for seamless and live updates throughout your round. This device is going to be a big hit with club players.

The SkyCaddie AIRE

At a surprisingly affordable price, this GPS is packed with little goodies to impress even the most sceptical of golfers. With a large easy to view screen it carries all the course details you could need. It can even calculate how many calories you have burned off on a round.

It has taken many of the important features from previous additions are packed it in a tidy shell to make you round management effortless.

SkyCaddie TOUCH

This device is a portable, easy to operate and works with your smartphone. It is a great option to carry in your bag and has a massive variety of courses to upload. The clarity of screen is sensational and the response from the touch screen even better.

The TOUCH can be linked via an App on a phone and has a variety of features to utilise. 

It is even glove sensitive making it ideal for on course management without the usual frustration.

SkyCaddie Watch

It is marketed as a superior sports watch and it does not let its makers down. Powered by Core Golfer Technology it offers an easy to use setup and superb range finder to take charge of your round.

It seems to tick all the boxes for techno fan golfers that will enjoy the interface and easy read face.

It looks stylish into the bargain and can be adapted to support your other daily exercises.

The Verdict

The devices share various standard elements and really make the use of golf technology a seamless affair. Offering speedy, weather repellent information in seconds will ensure you navigate your way round the course avoiding all potentials pitfalls.

In a marketplace packed with choice the latest helpings from SkyCaddie are a refreshing solution which most golfers will find really fun to use. 

The global trolley giant is at it again with their new release, the Motocaddy M3 Pro Electric Trolley. We took it for a test drive to find out what the fuss was all about…

For many of you, I know your hybrids have become invaluable additions to the bag. One of their great strengths is the versatility they offer, allowing you to hit powerful shots from a range of different lies. For help on how to hit your hybrids or advice on what to buy, please visit your local Foremost Golf professional. 

From The Fairway 

From a good lie on the fairway, the ball should sit fairly central in your stance - just as you would have it for a long iron. One of the big mistakes I see is when players treat their hybrids like fairway woods, setting the ball too far forward in the stance. This will often cause you to lean back on the shot through impact resulting in a range of poor strikes. Make sure that your sternum is over the ball at address and that you make a solid turn from there without swaying or falling off the shot. 

From The Rough

From the rough your hybrids will come into their own. Simply move the ball a fraction further back in your stance and place your hands slightly further down the grip than usual. Remember to stay down over the shot and let the loft of the club get the ball into the air for you. These adjustments will enable you to strike the ball before the grass and make the most of the technology on offer.

The great Ben Hogan came up with an image that works really well in this part of the game. He told players to imagine a plane of glass running from just outside the ball up towards his neck. The idea was that by swinging underneath the glass you can shallow out the plane of your swing - ideal for improving your performance with your fairway woods.

You can use Hogan's image as you practice by placing a stick in the ground at the angle shown here. Simply set the stick parallel to the angle of the shaft at address - it should point towards the top of your chest. Hit a series of shots swinging the club beneath the angle of the stick. This drill will really help you find that shallow angle of attack and sweeping strike that is so important to consistent fairway wood play.

If there is anything you are struggling with, Fairway Woods or otherwise, please visit your local Foremost Golf professional who will be able to assist you further. 

One of the reasons why players often struggle with their fairway woods is that they treat them too much like irons. By setting the ball towards the centre of your stance, you'll create an angle of attack that is a little too steep. This will have a detrimental affect on both the strike and the flight.

 Set Up Keys 

You need to think of your fairway wood more like a driver. With the ball teed up and your driver in hand you should be looking to strike the ball slightly on the 'upswing'. This will deliver the optimum trajectory to maximise your distance. With a fairway wood in hand, you are looking to find a sweeping strike with a shallow angle of attack so the ball should still sit ahead of centre in your stance (not quite as far forward as with the driver).

One other important point to make is that your sternum should be over the centre of your stance at address. If your upper body is leaning forward or back, you will be changing the angle of attack. The next time you practice this area of your game, take time to ensure these fundamentals are spot on, they really should help you strike your fairway woods better. Alternatively, if you are struggling with your woods and want some specific help, please visit your local Foremsot Golf professional who will be able to assist you further. 

For many of you I know that fairway woods feel like the hardest clubs to hit consistently well. The key here is to find the ideal shallow angle of attack into the ball that delivers a 'sweeping' strike. By brushing the grass through impact you should be able to clip the ball off the top of the turf and find a flight that offers good power and distance. On the following pages there is some simple advice on how to do that.

One important point to make first is that your fairway woods must feature the right lofts for your game. It may be that a standard 3-wood bought straight off the shelf doesn't actually go any further than your 5-wood because of the flights you are able to produce with the different lofts. Finding a line-up of fairway woods to perform different tasks and hit different distances is crucial and I am always here to help you find tha

From The Tee

One big mistake that I often see amateurs make is, when they are using their fairway woods from the tee, they peg the ball up too high. Remember these clubs are designed to be hit from the deck and if you strike the ball too high on the face you'll be missing the sweetspot. When teeing the ball up, ensure that it sits just above the grass to give yourself the best chance of a powerful strike.

To get the most from your driver, you need to be in the best possible position at address. Get the set up right and you'll be able to make a powerful, balanced swing that delivers consistently long, straight drives.

Shoulder Angle 

The ideal ball position with a driver is forward in your stance, just inside your left heel. This will create a small amount of shoulder tilt - your left will be higher than your right. This will help you strike the ball slightly on the upswing optimising your ball flight for maximum distance.

Posture and Alignment 

Now concentrate on two of golf's most important fundamentals - posture and alignment. Take care to line the clubface up with your target first. Once you have done that, set your stance - your feet, hips and shoulders should all be parallel to your ball to target line. One common mistake is to aim your feet at the target but this simple error will lead to a closed stance.

For an athletic posture, set your upper body in position by bending from the hips, keeping your back straight. Letting your back hunch over will affect both the swing path and the quality of your ball striking. Allow for some flex in your knees and set a little more weight on your left side. In the ideal position you should feel both balanced and athletic.

You should now be in the perfect position to hit a powerful, accurate drive. Any small mistakes here can have a big impact on the shots you hit. For more advice don't hesitate to visit your local Foremost Golf professional. 

David Lingmerth beat Justin Rose in a playoff for victory at the Memorial Tournament in Ohio. The win ended a run of two playoff defeats dating back to 2013 and moved him up to 28th in the FedEx Cup standings. 

Starting the day three behind Rose, the Swede worked his way in to a position where a 10 foot birdie putt on the 18th would have led to victory in regulation. It missed just right but it still took a heroic up and down on the same hole for Rose to work his way in to the play-off. 

Both players went back and forth for two holes until Lingmerth pipped Rose on the third to walk away with victory. Next up for the Swede is a 36 hole US Open qualifier starting today. 

Driver: Ping G30 (10.5 degrees, 10 degrees of actual loft)

3 Wood: Ping G25 (15 degrees)

Hybrid: Ping Anser (17 degrees, 17.5 degrees of actual loft)

Irons: Ping i25 (4-PW)

Wedges: Ping Glide (50 degrees bent to 50.5, 54SS bent to 55, 60SS)

Putter: Ping Cadence TR Ketsch Traditional

Golf Ball: Titleist Pro V1x