My Virtual Golf Lesson

In a July article I discussed the use of video review to improve a pitcher's throw. Don Cooper, pitching coach for the White Sox, invited young pitchers to send him a video of themselves pitching and (for a fee) will send them tips for improvement. To read the full Cooper pitching article click here.

I had the opportunity last week to have my golf swing reviewed and videoed by the PGA Golf Professional Staff at Makray Memorial Golf Club located in Barrington, Illinois. They came to my fitness center at work, discussed my swing and videotaped it for further analysis. Below is the result (note: despite 6+ years as a caddy, I am beginner golfer---so no judgment). Having the opportunity to see my swing in action allowed me to visually understand exactly where I can improve. This is amazingly basic but effective technology in action.