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How I Play Golf (Hardcover)
by Tiger Woods
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| MSL Pointer Review:
An excellent instructional guide with a Tiger Woods passion for golf and high-quality photos. Better for advanced players. |
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Author: Tiger Woods
Publisher: Warner Books; New Ed edition
Pub. in: October, 2001
ISBN: 0446529311
Pages: 320
Measurements: 11.1 x 9.3 x 0.9 inches
Origin of product: USA
Order code: BA00389
Other information: ISBN-13: 978-0446529310
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- Awards & Credential -
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Tiger Woods is known throughout the world as an American icon, a king of the golf game. Search Tiger Woods in Google, you get nearly 12 million results. When talking about the golf game, how can we miss this name?
As a matter of fact, no athlete has changed his sport the way Tiger Woods has transformed the world of golf. He has been named Sportsman of the Year by Sports Illustrated twice; he has won more than 30 professional tournaments and he's the youngest player to win the Grand Slam four of the major pro championships. The Tiger phenomenon has created a new legion of golfers, seduced by Woods's almost effortless mastery of this most difficult game. In How I Play Golf Woods reveals the many facets of his game and offers a plethora of tips and advice aimed at all levels of play. Unlike most golf guides, and perhaps somewhat surprising from a player best known for his long game, How I Play Golf begins with the short game - putting, chipping, and pitching - before moving onto swing mechanics and hitting off the tee. Produced in conjunction with the editors of Golf Digest, the book is lavishly photographed and illustrated and offers a gold mine of useful ideas and mental images Tiger has collected over the years.
Tiger is a special person in the world of golf, he actually plays the game with a character. Unlike many other sports stars, Woods plays and wins quietly. That may explain why this instructional book will reach far beyond the links. Woods talks about his experiences and his attitudes toward golf and life. The conversational tone is quite engaging: "The difference between golf and most other sports is that anyone of average intelligence and coordination can learn to play it well. It requires a commitment to being the best that you can be. That has always been my approach to the game.... Pop gave me many great lessons, not only about golf, but also about life. His greatest advice to me was always be myself." On watching the ball, Woods says, "If you're like me, you can't wait to see if the ball is tracking toward the hole right after the golf ball leaves the putterface.... The tendency to peek too soon causes your head to move and leads to off-sloppy contact.... I found an effective way to fight the problem: I practice putting with my left eye closed, so I can't see the target line at all with my peripheral vision. That makes it easier to keep my eyes looking straight down." Accompanied by wonderful photos, the book reads as if Woods is right there with the golfer, providing instructions.
Having said this, we think this book is not perfect for everyone. For beginners, we highly recommend Five Lessons: The Modern Fundamentals of Golf (Paperback) by Ben Hogan and David Leadbetter 100% Golf: Unlocking Your True Golf Potential (Paperback) by David Leadbetter. For advanced players, this is a must-have and we suggest you read it along with The Ultimate Golf Instruction Guide: Key Techniques for Becoming a Zero Handicap Golfer or Better (Paperback) by Patrick Leonardi and Dave Pelz’s books.
Target readers:
All golf players and learners, especially good for advanced players.
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Tiger Woods became the youngest player ever to complete the career Grand Slam of professional major championships and only the fifth ever to do so, following the likes of Jack Nicklaus. He was also the youngest Masters champion ever, at the age of 21, and has since won 29 tournaments, including the 1999 and 2000 PGA Championships, the 2000 U.S. Open Championship, and the 2000 British Championship. He is the career victories leader among active players on the PGA tour.
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There’s no denying that Tiger Woods has taken golf by storm. It seems like every time this 25-year-old swings a club, another PGA record is shattered. While his explosive drives, accurate approach shots, and steady putter certainly contribute to this success, both fans and critics agree that its Tigers devastating mental game that has propelled him to become the premier golfer of our time. Now Tiger shares his thoughts on what he calls the game of a lifetime. He reveals the five secrets he believes are responsible for his successful combination of physical, metaphysical, and psychological practices he uses daily to keep his game in top shape and help him to transcend all the ups and downs of golf. Best of all, Tiger reveals his unique approach to the game for the first time ever in this one singular volume. Tiger Woods became the youngest player ever to complete the career Grand Slam of professional major championships and only the fifth ever to do so, following the likes of Jack Nicklaus. He was also the youngest Masters champion ever, at the age of 21, and has since won 29 tournaments, including the 1999 and 2000 PGA Championships, the 2000 U.S. Open Championship, and the 2000 British Championship. He is the career victories leader among active players on the PGA tour. How I Play Golf will be lavishly illustrated with color photos throughout, special design features, and easy-to-follow diagrams that will clarify and complement Tigers instructions. It's certain to be the #1 gift book of the year. First serial in Golf Digest
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Robert Morris (MSL quote), USA
<2007-01-09 00:00>
Here's where I am coming from. I play golf about 10-12 times a year. Over a total of 100 full rounds on a variety of courses, hitting from the white (middle) tees, using one mulligan a side but only from a tee, with "gimmes" inside the leather, and playing the ball down, I would probably average 85 strokes per round. I am probably too old (i.e. too set in my ways) to make and then sustain major changes in my set-up, grip, take-away, weight shift, follow-through, etc. So, although keenly interested in whatever Tiger Woods has to say about golf, I must admit at the outset that his observations and suggestions will probably have little impact on how I play UNLESS he invites me to play a round with him. Just the two of us, without distractions.
That said, I think this will be a terrific book for those who are about to take up golf (especially youngsters) or who have only recently done so. Also, to other golfers (regardless of age or gender) who are nowhere near as set in their ways as I am in mine. In terms of athletic ability, the gap between Woods and other elite players is much narrower (I think) than the gap between his mental discipline and theirs. It is incomprehensible to me, for example, that he would have made the same mental errors which Els and then Singh made during the final nine holes of the recent Masters tournament at Augusta National while they were still in contention. I vividly recall his mental discipline many years earlier while facing adversity during match play competition in the U.S. Amateur. How he plays "mental" golf will be of special interest to whose who are not especially athletic as well as to those (such as females or seniors) who may be at a physical disadvantage.
What I find most admirable about Woods is often ignored or given secondary importance by the media: His consummate sportsmanship. Although a ferocious competitor (albeit against the course and his own abilities), he always conducts himself as a gentleman, win or lose, with style and grace. I also wish to praise this book for the quality of its photography. First-rate. I thoroughly enjoyed the pleasure of Woods's company while reading this book and can easily accommodate an invitation to play a round with him sometime if he reads this review and is so inclined.
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Mark (MSL quote), USA
<2007-01-09 00:00>
How I Play Golf is easily the best instructional golf book I've ever come across. As I read the book, I was amazed at both the amount of information and the level of detail. Yes, Tiger obviously covers the fundamentals (vital information!) but he also discusses numerous more advanced topics (like hitting stingers and chipping with a 3-wood). Golfers of all skill levels can benefit enormously from this book. However, if you're just starting out, buy this book. It could save you years of frustration on the course.
For what it's worth, the (mild) review/criticisms of this book are weak. I don't see why Tiger was supposed to exclude (or re-write and re-photograph) great pieces previously included in issues of Golf Digest (which probably represents less than 1% of the book). To say this book is a rehash of old Golf Digest articles is flat-out wrong (I also subscribe to Golf Digest).
I have both How I Play Golf and a couple of David Leadbetter's instructional books - including The Fundamentals of Hogan. In my opinion, Tiger's book is more far more understandable and useful (but that's just my opinion). Is this Tiger's version of Five Lessons? No. Why re-invent the wheel. Besides, that was 1957. Different time, different equipment, different players, different courses, different approaches, different books. Both good, but different.
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Sandra Peters (MSL quote), Canada
<2007-01-09 00:00>
I first learned of this book when Tiger appeared as a guest on Oprah. Tiger, as fans know, is a highly competitive man with sheer determination to win, win and win. He gives golf his best with all the heart, soul and passion for the game one could possibly muster.
Although not everyone will fall into the same league as Tiger, the book appeals to every golfer from the novice to the expert. The book is well organized and contains memories of Tiger's best shots, first-hand tips and techniques, and to the book's credit, it contains beautiful photographs and illustrations. The illustrations, in particular, will appeal to every age group from teens through to adults. Tiger has written a book which is far more than an instructional guide to the game, but one that is truly motivational. Tiger is a true pro in every sense of the word. He has a knack for making it seem as if anyone can become a pro and that is as effortless and simple as one, two, three. In reality, most amateur golfers will only dream of attaining the heights of Tiger Woods, and there is no question that despite his natural flair for the game, his accomplishments are a result of dedication, hard work and commitment. Not only does Tiger show his true professional colors throughout the book, he comes across as a straight-forward, down-to-Earth, "heck-of-a-nice-guy!" Golf enthusiasts will not want to miss this one; the book is most deserving of a five-star rating.
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Max Fisher (MSL quote), USA
<2007-01-09 00:00>
I am a low handicapper and can say that this book, while there weren't any epiphanies for me, confirmed for me a lot of the fundamentals and nuances to the game. I argue with my dad a lot about fundamentals and technique and I often turn back to this book to make my arguments. It is structured well, starting out with easy concepts (putting, chipping) and moving to the more difficult aspects of the full swing. The book also does not neglect the mental/conditioning aspects of the game, and specifically mentions fitness & stretching, one thing that very few weekend golfers do and it plagues their games and consistency.
Pros:
- Large color photos: too many golf books I've read try to explain the concepts almost solely in words and if you are not going to take lessons, seeing exactly what you should be doing in living color is the next best thing.
- Well structured: Starts w/ the easy stuff like putting/chipping to give golfer a sense of accomplishment, then moves to meat of book w/ basic full swing and a few variants.
- Time series: not many books I've seen have full-color, multiple angle time series and this book has several. Nothing beats videotaping yourself and comparing your swing to a pro at every point in your swing.
- Didn't forget the basics: he could've filled the book with trick shots and sophisticated moves, but there are a ton of good, basic lessons and thoughts for every phase of the full swing (and other parts of game). He includes the basic lessons on shot shaping and course management as well.
- Explains the "feel" well: a lot of golf is getting the feel of the right physics, and tiger explains some of the key `feel' points like the initial weight shift on the downswing well.
Cons:
- Time series: it's good that they're there, there just aren't enough of them and the intervals between shots within each times series could've been shorter.
- A little promotional: I guess you have to expect this and his editor/publisher probably insisted on it.
While I don't think Tiger needs any more money from book sales in addition to the millions he's already earned, I do find myself recommending this book to my high handicapper friends a lot and reference it myself a good deal. |
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