Michigan Golf Journal March 2021

Book Review The Final Missing Piece of Ben Hogan’s Secret Puzzle Dedicated golf fans are familiar with the Ben Hogan mystique and have searched to uncover his secret for years. Golfers have studied his books, “Power Golf” and “Five Lessons” in detail to find the key that would make them consistent strikers of the golf ball, just like Hogan. Several books on golf swing technique quote Hogan and refer to his published works, but they all have left out important facts. Finally, someone has found the final piece of the puzzle and is making it available to the public. Dave Hamilton is a single digit handicap golfer and has spent his lifetime tinkering with his golf swing. He has been a better than average golfer for over 50 years, but always felt something was missing and continued his search for the perfect move. In his new book, “The Final Missing Piece of Ben Hogan’s Secret Puzzle,” Hamilton explains not only why, but how to improve your golf swing in easy to understand language. Hogan developed a strong left hand to counteract his tendency to hook. Hamilton has learned that a strong left hand is one of the keys to a solid strike and offers drills to increase overall strength and performance. He also prescribes simple exercises to strengthen your grip that can be accomplished while taking a daily walk or sitting in your easy chair. So much has been made of the proper plane for the golf swing, but it has always been difficult to demonstrate. Using a simple baseball bat swing and Hula Hoop drill, Hamilton’s book easily outlines the perfect swing plane to build muscle memory and improve your scores. Dave Hamilton is not a teaching professional, but he has spent a lifetime studying the golf swing and understands what every golfer needs to improve. This book is a must read for any golfer, whether a scratch, or high handicapper. Golf doesn’t have to be hard. Trackman, Launch Angle, Ball Speed and Spin Rate are important to comprehend, but sometimes the best answers are the easiest to understand. This book can unlock the secret and help you become a better golfer. Get your copy on Amazon today and lower that handicap in 2021. MGJ By Fred Altvater