Are you interested in learning golf but nagged by the fact of your being left-handed? Do not worry! Just as in cricket, left-handed players do exist in golf as well. Unlike popular conception, they do not face special disadvantages for being so. Yes, it is true that the number of such players is comparatively far lesser; there is only Bob Charles, Phil Mickelson and Mike Weir who have come to limelight as left-handed golfers. But then, consider the fact that only 10 to 15% of the world population is lefties!
You might ask then what makes golfers opt for a right-handed game? Well, it is a question of habit and comfort. People habituated to using their right hands more are obviously more comfortable doing the same while playing golf. However, sometimes-even lefties change priorities and turn into right-handed golfers. The basic reason is the problem of obtaining instruction manuals designed for left-handers.
However, this initial problem has been overcome to a great extent. Now you can find standard instruction books written particularly to solve this ‘wrong hand’ problem. Reputed coach Steve Anderson’s ‘On the Other Hand’ is one such work that helps lefties to learn golf fast. An erstwhile leftie golfer himself, Anderson has a basic understanding about the problem and has dealt with his success story. He has even included an instruction video for better guidance.
Even if you do not get your hands upon this celebrated book, you could master the skill of playing golf by following certain basic guidelines. Remember, no matter whichever hand you prioritize, a good game of golf always depends on how much concentration you are putting on the ball with your eyes. You must look at the ball and envision it driving away from the body before playing a stroke. This exercise will determine which side of the ball will be better for you.
Just as I said that due to practical problems some left-handers prefer to play right-handed golf, the opposite holds equally true. Some of the leftie golfers who have touched heights of fame were surprisingly right-handed regarding other activities! Do not wonder at this -their visualization of the ball must have deemed left-handed playing more comfortable.
You could enroll into a golf tutorial for getting right instructions to harbor you talent for left-handed golf. By following the guidance, you could learn the trick of game management and understand how to play the putting and full swings. The next thing to hunt for is a collection of golf equipments designed for lefties. Again, like the instruction manuals, these are few but not impossible to get on selected sites.
Check out on Online Golf in Europe and Edwin Watts of U.S.A. to get a wide range of left-handed golf products. Keep up your efforts; do not lose courage and focus, as these are the ultimate things that matter to an emergent leftie golfer.
