February 2004
Cover Story

Putt Like A Pro
Putting is the one area of the game that every players strives for improvement. Golf Australia’s resident therapist, The Swing Doctor, reveals how to make more putts incoporating techniques and drills used by the game’s best players. More

Features

Heineken Classic Preview: Eyes On The Tiger
Ernie Els is not only aiming for a third successive Heineken Classic title, he’s also got Tiger Woods on his mind. The “Big Easy” spoke exclusively to Rob Ferris about his designs on becoming World No.1.
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Why the Rules Must be Obeyed
The outcome of a Queensland court case could have widespread ramifications for golfers and golf clubs. Legal writer Ian Muil reports.
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A Team Like Alice
Heavy rain and wind could not deter a spirited Alice Springs team winning their first Holden Scramble national title. Rob Ferris reports.
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The Day Bobby Jones Beat Me
It’s not every day you get to tee up against a legend ... even if it is just make believe. John Grzesinski tells how he scored a role in a Hollywood movie about Jones’ life.
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Australian Open Review
There was no shortage of drama for Moonah Links’ debut as home to the Open.
Brendan James reports.
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Equipment
Clubs Road Test #1
Alpha C1 Tour irons.
Clubs Road Test #2
Carnegie Clark TS100 driver.
Ball Road Test
Optima Soft Core (SC).

Departments
Opening Shot
Around The Traps
Letters To The Editor
Inside The Ropes
From The Gallery
Great Greens, Reds & Whites
Rules Forum
Trophy Cabinet
Corporate Box
Product Line
Golf Getaways
Results & Tee Times

Travel
Course Review
Brendan James gets a sneak preview of another new Australian layout – the beautiful Shell Cove on NSW’s south coast.

Instruction
Adam Scott’s
Tip From The Tour
Contributing pro Adam Scott answers your latest questions on improving your game.

Moment Of Truth
Greg Norman: Pure impact.

Gary Edwin’s Celebrity Clinic
Teaching editor Gary Edwin analyses the swing of former AFL champion Paul “Fish” Salmon.

PGA Personal Lessons
• 0-9: Pump up your swing;
• 10-19: Make a chain reaction;
• 20-36: Alignment should be right on, not right.

Cherie Byrnes & Nadina Taylor’s Tip From The Tour
Use your head wisely.

Junior Journal
Half measures for pitches.