Mullingar Golf Academy

Irish PGA Championship @ Limerick Golf Club ⛳️

Rounds of 71 (-1), 73 (+1), 71 (-1) to finish the week. Tough final day out there, happy to close with another under-par round.

Scoring was solid overall — 12 birdies and an eagle along the way 🔥 — but a double and a triple on day two cost me, and slow starts each day plus poor play on the par 5s are the two things I need to sharpen up before the next one.

Big congrats to Cormac Sharvin on a brilliant win 👏 Fantastic golf all week.

Really enjoyed the practice rounds with some great players, and huge credit to Limerick Golf Club for hosting such a class event 🙌

✅This is how I play the 9th hole at my home club, Moyvalley Golf Club.

🎯Before I even hit a shot, I laser the bunkers. The carry over the left bunkers is 245 yards, while the bunkers on the right are 278. My plan is to carry the left side with my high draw ,so I set up with my right foot slightly back to help promote a high draw.

🏌️The drive comes off exactly as planned—a slight draw down the right that runs up towards the green, leaving just 48 yards in.
With the pin tucked at the back, I choose a low, skippy pitch that releases towards the flag. The wind takes just a little off it, but it finishes six or seven feet away.

💣I line up the putt, commit to rolling it through my line, and it drops right in for birdie.

🤗Good golf isn’t about standing on the tee and swinging as hard as you can. Every good score starts with a plan, committing to the shot, and then executing it.

🏌️‍♂️ THE TOWEL DRILL + BOWLER DRILL = Instant Connection Fix

Struggling with blocks, hooks, or heavy iron shots? Give this a go.
Tuck a towel under both arms and hit some iron shots. It keeps your arms and body moving together, helping eliminate the disconnect that causes inconsistent strikes and poor contact.

💡 Add the Bowler Drill: Drop your right foot back at address. This encourages a more rounded backswing, allows your right hip and shoulder to turn deeper, and helps you create a bigger, more powerful coil.

These are two simple drills you’ll see tour pros use regularly because they build the right movement patterns—not just quick fixes.

They’re especially effective for juniors and golfers looking to generate more effortless power by using the body correctly, rather than relying on the arms.

🎥 Try both drills before your next range session and let me know how your ball striking changes.

Hole 16 at Moyvalley 🏌️‍♂️💦
One of the best risk-reward holes in Irish golf.
Ball 1 - 7-iron, played it safe, bailed left onto the fringe and walked away with a 2-putt par.
Ball 2 - 8-iron, and I thought it was in. It landed, rolled to 15 feet, tracked dead centre... and somehow spun out. 😤
The lake guards the entire left side, while the green is one of the biggest on the course. Miss long or right and you’re left with a seriously awkward bunker shot back across the green.
If I was playing a 4-round tournament here, I’m taking 4 or 5 iron off the tee, hugging the water as closely as I dare, then hitting a mid-iron into the green. The full driver or 3-wood play just brings too much risk for too little reward.
So what’s your play on 16...
💥 Send it?
🛡️ Lay up?
Let me know below. 👇
📍 Moyvalley Golf Club, Co. Kildare (Designed by Darren Clarke)

⛳ Which putting grip is right for you?

There isn’t one “perfect” putting grip—just the one that works best for your stroke. Here’s a quick guide to some of the most popular options used on tour. 👇

🕷️ High MOI PuttersUsed by Rory McIlroy and Scottie Scheffler, spider-style putters offer incredible forgiveness. Even if you don’t strike the sweet spot, the ball stays on line more consistently.

😬 Struggling with the yips?Try one of these:✏️ Pencil (Claw) Grip – Reduces wrist action for a smoother, more stable stroke.💪 Armlock Grip – Popularised by Bryson DeChambeau, this method stabilises the putter by resting the shaft against your lead forearm.

✋ Traditional Reverse-OverlapTiger Woods has trusted this classic grip throughout his career. It’s simple, reliable, and proven under pressure.

🔄 Left-Hand-Low (Cross-Handed)Favoured by Jordan Spieth, this grip helps keep the lead wrist stable and improves face control through impact.

📍 One setup tip everyone should know:Position the ball just slightly ahead of your sternum. This encourages an upward strike, promotes better topspin, and helps the ball roll more consistently.

⛳ Want to know which grip suits your stroke? Come and see us at Mullingar Golf Academy and we’ll help you find the setup that gives you the best for you.PuttingTips