Greetings Golfers,

Bryson DeChambeau was just announced as a Captain’s Pick to be on this year’s Ryder Cup team. He’s won the last two PGA tournaments … making him a pretty obvious choice.

As most of you know, Bryson is the guy with the mechanical looking swing … and the “Einstein” of the PGA Tour. He’s very analytical and scientific and believes that he has found a better way to swing the golf club.

Maybe he has. But, I think the real secret to his success lies in the development of his hand-eye coordination. A few years ago, I wrote about the book “Whole Brain Power” by Michael Lavery. Lavery and I corresponded, and he told me about coaching Bryson and that he had “awesome results”. Lavery wants his students to bounce golf balls on the heads of hammers – even sledgehammers – with both hands. Also, to hone our penmanship with each hand. DeChambeau is his prize student.

The other day Bryson talked about how he got obsessed with ping-pong and bought a robot to practice against. Seriously. Don’t underestimate DeChambeau’s hand-eye coordination. I believe he could be an excellent player with almost any valid type of golf swing.

However, the combination of his absolute belief in his method and his exceptional hand-eye coordination (plus he’s a young, strong guy) makes a formidable golfer. Watch out – he could keep winning.

Do I recommend his style for everyone? No. Is it worth learning about and trying it out? Sure … if you have the time. I don’t think he’s found the secret to golf with his scientific ideas. But, I think he has found the secret to golf in this way: total belief in his technique combined with fantastic hand-eye coordination … and youth!

Cheers,

Tom Abts

GM and Head Golf Professional

tabts@deerrungolf.com