Ogilvy wins while coach makes history from couch!
Geoff Ogilvy has successfully defended his SBS Championship title with a solid 6 under par 67 to finish the tournament at -22, 1 shot ahead of Rory Sabbatini. While Ogilvy seemed so relaxed out there he could be sitting on a couch, his coach Dale Lynch was actually doing just that! "Lynchy" was at home in South Carolina watching the live coverage from his living room.However this was no ordinary Sunday for the world renowned golf instructor. Dale was kind enough to share the moment with a number of lucky viewers who tuned into his live broadcast via UStream on the website ...
Scores & sausages sizzle at BLG Junior Tournament
[caption id="attachment_408" align="aligncenter" width="560" caption="The winners with Bann Lynch Golf coach Denis McDade"][/caption] Thirty seven juniors competed in the annual BannLynchGolf Junior Tournament held at the Kingswood Golf Club on December 14th, 2009. Juniors can elect to play 3, 6, or 9 holes on a shortened course. A BBQ and presentation of trophies was held for kids and parents after the game. Some great scores were returned on the day with the winners being; 9 Hole Event 1st Place: Jason Kolenda 35 2nd Place: Kieran Vogels 41 3rd Place: Anna Gavardinas 41 6 Hole Event 1st Place: Vincent Au 33 2nd Place: Aaron Lewis 36 3rd Place: Jackson Hoult 40 3 Hole Event 1st Place: Nico Gavardinas 19 c/b 2nd Place: Aksaye Ghela 19 c/b 3rd Place: Sam Clark 19 c/b Congratulations to ...
Leishman crowned PGA Tour Rookie of the Year
Monday, December 21| Australia's Marc Leishman has received the perfect Christmas present: a Rookie of the Year award on the US PGA Tour as announced by Commissioner Tim Finchem on Friday. For at least a day, the Warnambool boy shared the golf media headlines with embattled Tiger Woods, who was awarded his 10th Player of the Year award and his first since 2007. Leishman became the first Australian to receive this honor since it was first awarded in 1990. "Congratulations to Tiger and Marc for their accomplishments in 2009," said Commissioner Finchem. "Both players enjoyed outstanding seasons capped off by success in ...
My First Golf Book
Do you want to get your kids into golf but aren't quite sure where to begin? Or perhaps you're new to the game yourself and are looking for a good place to start. There is enough instruction around on golf to make you go nuts even before you pick up a golf club! However, luckily for you, we've found a great resource which will help you get started on the right track. And best of all...its free! My First Golf Book Online is a great website developed by world renowned PGA Professional Steve Bann, who coaches PGA Tour stars such as ...
Appleby finds rich form at Aus Open
5/12/09| Stuart Appleby might be a little disappointed that he didn't win the 2009 Australian Open which concluded at the New South Wales Golf Club, La Perouse, NSW on Sunday. However his performance this week must have done wonders for his confidence as he played the kind of golf his supporters have longed to see this year. Appleby seemed to be playing a tournament of his own the first two days, shooting two consecutive 66's while playing on the tougher side of the draw in extremely windy conditions on the tough layout. He was several shots better than anyone playing on ...
Hee Young Park shines at LPGA Tour Championship
South Korean LPGA star Hee Young Park has finished T-5th at the LPGA Tour Championship at the Houstonian Golf & Country Club in Houston, Texas. Park followed rounds of 70 and 72 with a sparkling 5 under par 67 in the final round of the weather-shortened event. She eventually finished 6 shots behind winner Anna Nordquist of Sweden. Park has been working with BLG co-founder Steve Bann for some time. However, with Steve currently in Melbourne for the Australian summer tournaments, BLG Coach John Thalassinos joined Hee Young in Houston to keep an eye on her technique. [caption id="attachment_362" align="aligncenter" width="560" caption="Hee Young ...
Percy, Tambellini secure PGA Tour Cards
Cameron Percy and Roger Tambellini have secured what millions of golfers around the world can only dream of- a gig on the PGA Tour next season. The pair were part of the top 25 players on the money list at season's end on the Nationwide Tour who gain promotion to "the big dance" next year. [caption id="attachment_339" align="aligncenter" width="560" caption="Cameron Percy is back where he feels he belongs- The PGA Tour"][/caption] For Percy, who works with BLG coach Darren Cole, it is vindication of a decision he made in consultation with his family and support team: "Last year, my advisors and I thought about ...
Seymour takes Vic Under 16’s Crown
[caption id="attachment_335" align="aligncenter" width="560" caption="Daniel Seymour with BLG coach Denis McDade"][/caption] Daniel Seymour has won the Under 16s Division of the 80th Victorian Boys Championship. The 14 year old from Rosanna Golf Club defeated Scot Fullarton 1 up to win the Final played at Riversdale Golf Club. In a tight match, the momentum kept swinging down the stretch with wins on holes 12, 14 & 16 by Daniel offset by wins on the odd numbered holes to Scott (11, 13 & 15). Holding a 1 hole lead coming down the 18th, Daniel's nerves were further tested when he found the greenside trap with ...
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The secrets behind Korean golfing success
LPGA star Hee Young Park working with Steve Bann These are exciting times for South...
Ogilvy wins while coach makes history from couch!
Geoff Ogilvy has successfully defended his SBS Championship title with a solid 6...
Scores & sausages sizzle at BLG Junior Tournament
The winners with Bann Lynch Golf coach Denis McDade Thirty seven juniors competed...
Leishman crowned PGA Tour Rookie of the Year
Monday, December 21| Australia’s Marc Leishman has received the perfect Christmas...
Griffin voted Rookie of the Year
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In the following videos, Bann Lynch Golf coach Michelle Howard shows you the difference in technique between chip shots and pitch shots. She then goes on to demonstrate the different kinds of short game shots that can be hit using a 7 iron, a 9 iron and a Sand Wedge. Enjoy!: Part 1: Part 2: Read More →
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