Explanar Press Release Archive
Explanar Golf has received yet another powerful endorsement from one of the World’s leading instructors and biomechanical authorities on the golf swing.
Dr Jim Suttie experienced Explanar at the PGA Show and again at his Academy at Twin Eagles in Naples where he generously allowed Luther Blacklock, Master Professional and Explanar inventor to work with one of his students.
After witnessing the dramatic results Dr Suttie declared “Every golf facility should have an Explanar”. The student himself, Steve Lake from Chicago, was so impressed he immediately bought an Explanar Home System.
Explanar CEO Tony Clark said: “Dr Suttie’s accolades are well documented. An accomplished author, he has a doctorate in physical education with an emphasis on biomechanics and he continues to coach some of the World’s top players on all Tours including Paul Azinger. He was PGA of America National Teacher of the Year in 2000 and is a 3 time winner of the same award from the PGAs Illinois section. Specialising in motor learning, Dr Suttie appreciated the part that Explanar has to play in accelerating that process. This has also been recognised by Leading European Instructor Peter Cowen and Chris Bertram, Professor of Kinesiology in Vancouver. We are proud of Dr Suttie’s qualified endorsement.”
Explanar is now enthusiastically used by leading instructors, teaching professionals, Tour players and delighted amateurs in over 60 countries.
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Explanar Golf will be demonstrating the Explanar Junior System to competitors and their parents at the Regional Finals and Grand Final of the 2008 HSBC Wee Wonders Championships at St Andrews.
Tony Clark of Explanar said: “The new Explanar Junior System has already been adopted by over 800 teaching professionals across the world and parents keen to ensure that their children have the most effective training and golf fitness equipment. Our support for the HSBC Wee Wonders Championships ensures that the potential stars of the future have the best possible chance to make it.”
Explanar is now used by Tour players, men and women, on both sides of the Atlantic. From a novice amateur to Joanne Head, Paul McGinley and Jerry Kelly, Explanar is making a dramatic difference to golfers of every level.
World No1 Coach Butch Harmon commented: “Kids are the future of our great game and nothing will give your child a better start to their golfing life than the Explanar”.
Alasdair Good PGA Professional and Founder of Wee Wonders added: “We are thrilled that Explanar will be a part of this year’s Championships. HSBC Wee Wonders continues to grow every year and is proud to attract new partners that are every bit as committed to the development of junior golf as we are.”
For more information on HSBC Wee Wonders visit www.hsbcweewonders.com call 020 78620060 or email info@hsbcweewonders.com
For more information on Explanar visit www.explanar.com , call 01604 874740 or email golfswing@explanar.com
Jo Williams formerly of Northampton and now based in Ohio has recently celebrating becoming the 2007 winner of the Greater Cleveland Ladies Matchplay Championship.
Jo has seen her game transformed since she bought an Explanar, having seen her handicap drop from 12 to 5 in just two years, and wrote to tell Explanar.
“I am writing to share with you what has happened to my golf game since purchasing the Explanar.
In the short time I have been playing golf I have spent a fortune on range balls and equipment yet it was a $799 investment in an Explanar and Explanar lessons that ended all my frustrations on trying to improve my golf and lower my scores.
It has been truly amazing. Every time I have played after working on my Explanar and following the instructional DVD my game has got better and better and my confidence has grown to the point where I entered the Greater Cleveland Ladies Matchplay Championship; this is the biggest event I have ever played in and the event is played with no handicap strokes given.
In round one I beat my competitor 5 & 4 over 18 holes.
In round two I beat my competitor 6 & 5 over 18 holes to qualify for the 36 hole matchplay final.
I was successful in defeating the 2006 champion who has a handicap of 1 on the 38th hole. I was extremely nervous as there were many spectators following us which is something I have never had to cope with. My final approach shot was an 8 iron and I hit it to four feet to close the match out with a birdie. I can honestly say all this was possible due to purchasing the Explanar.
Thank you very much Explanar for transforming my game and giving me my first victory!”
Explanar is transforming the way golf is taught and learnt and being used by leading coaches, Tour players and amateurs in over 50 countries.
To learn more about Explanar and the dramatic improvements it can make to your game visit www.explanar.com
or call 01604 874740
golfswing@explanar.com
For further information on Explanar please contact James Lovett at GMS on
01438 718399 or email james@gmsgolf.co.uk
The Explanar Home Training System, designed by Luther Blacklock, is effective for all golfers, from beginners to Tour Professionals; whether you're established golfer wishing to eradicate a swing fault, a senior player seeking greater rotation and flexibility or a beginner experiencing the golf motion for the first time. The system is designed to promote the ideal movements required for the golf swing by turning swing thoughts into feelings, in the same way that stabilizers or training wheels on a bicycle offer guidance during the process of learning to ride. The Explanar is used extensively by America's Number 1 teaching professional Butch Harmon at his golf school in Las Vegas.The System is also available in a Junior version, suitable for children between the ages of 4-11.
Explanar Home System RRP: £599
For information on the Explanar go to www.explanar.com
Tel: 01604 874740
Email: golfswing@explanar.com
European Tour star and Ryder Cup stalwart Paul McGinley has recently seen a significant return to form after spending time working on his swing on an Explanar, the renowned golf swing training and fitness system.
Having missed 3 out of 4 cuts prior to his first experience with the Explanar at the Barclay’s Scottish Open at Loch Lomond, Paul was so taken with the system and the instant improvements he saw that he requested that an Explanar be installed at his accommodation for the Open Championship at Carnoustie the following week.
During Open Championship week Paul used the Explanar every morning and evening and promptly went on to feature prominently on the leader board throughout the tournament, eventually recording his best finish in the Open Championship since 1996.
The dramatic improvements that Paul has gained from using the Explanar can be clearly seen in his results on Tour this year. Up until using Explanar, Paul earned €152,000 from his first 14 events on the European Tour, missing 5 cuts. After just a few weeks working on the Explanar, he’s earned €112,800 in just 3 events.
Commenting on the upturn in his form McGinley said: “Explanar has definitely helped and I feel that I’m going in the right direction now. I’ll be getting an Explanar installed at home.”
“Whether an amateur or Tour player, Explanar delivers on its commitment to improve power and accuracy. It came as no surprise to us that Explanar would help Paul, as it has US Tour player Jerry Kelly and others. It’s an inspirational piece of equipment as it builds confidence.” Commented Tony Clark, Explanar Managing Director
Explanar inventor and renowned PGA instructor Luther Blacklock commented: “Paul had been losing the ball left and after only a short time on Explanar he was able to modify his swing to achieve stability of ball flight which gave him the confidence to repeat the new motion that held up under the most intense pressure at the Scottish Open and the Open Championship. This resulted in Paul putting together two of his best weeks of the year”.
Since its inception in 2001, the Explanar has received rave reviews from a number of leading teaching professionals and Tour players, including Jerry Kelly and Butch Harmon, coach to a host of PGA Tour stars.
The Explanar is a revolutionary development in golf instruction designed by Luther Blacklock, Head Professional at Woburn Golf Club. It is a complete golf training and fitness system based on sound biomechanical principles. Explanar promotes the ideal movements required for the golf swing and turns golf swing theory into feelings, allowing the golfer to focus on executing the shot more effectively.
For further information on the Explanar please go to www.explanar.com
call 01604 874740 or email golfswing@explanar.com
For more information regarding this release please contact James Lovett at GMS on 01438 718399 or email james@gmsgolf.co.uk
Explanar is offering the perfect opportunity to get your kids on track for the coming golf season by offering a fantastic 20% discount on its revolutionary Golf Training System. This special offer means that from the 1st December– 31st March 2007 the Explanar Junior will cost £399 rather than £499.
The Explanar Junior was launched in May this year and is specifically designed for children between the ages of 4-11 and 3ft-5ft in height. The System offers the perfect guidance for children who are taking that tentative first step into the game of golf or are slightly more advanced and are looking to hone their swings. The simplicity of the Explanar enables them instantly to feel what the correct swing motion should be. It works a bit like stabilizers or training wheels on a bicycle in as much as it offers guidance during the process of learning.
Commenting on the advantages of the Explanar Junior, renowned coach to the world’s top professionals, Butch Harmon said: "I believe this is the best training system I've ever seen in my 40 years as a teacher. It's quick and it's easy. Nothing will give a child a better start in life than the Explanar.”
With Explanar, boys and girls can have fun learning to swing on their optimum swing plane while at the same time training their golfing muscles to develop a powerful, correct and consistent motion.
It is already used by some of the leading Teaching Professionals across the world but now with the new Explanar Junior Home Training System, youngsters can learn and practice the correct golf swing movement without leaving their own home.
To take advantage of this offer or find out more about the Explanar Junior please visit www.explanar.com or call 01604 874740
Email golfswing@explanar.com
For more information regarding this release please contact James Lovett at GMS on 01438 718399 or email james@gmsgolf.co.uk
Explanar has announced it will be exhibiting its revolutionary Training and Golf Fitness System at the London Golf Show from the 25th-27th April 2008.
All visitors will be welcome to come on to the stand and try out for themselves the training system that is revolutionizing the way the game is taught and learnt and which is now being used by Tour Players around the world. To celebrate its attendance at the London Golf Show, Explanar will be offering a free cover worth £40 to anyone who purchases an Explanar.
The beauty of the Explanar is that it’s effective for all golfers, from beginners to Tour Professionals; whether you’re an established golfer wishing to eradicate a swing fault, a senior player seeking greater rotation and flexibility or a beginner junior experiencing the golf motion for the first time. The system is designed to promote the ideal movements required for the golf swing by turning swing thoughts into feelings, in the same way that stabilizers or training wheels on a bicycle offer guidance during the process of learning to ride. The Explanar is versatile and easy to use for men and women, both left and right-handed between 5’ and 6’6”. More advanced golfers can also utilize the Explanar to exercise their swing to hit intentional draw, fade, high and low shots. Juniors looking to take that first step into the game can also now benefit with the introduction of the Explanar Junior System.
Since it was founded in 2001, the Explanar has received rave reviews from a number of leading teaching professionals and Tour players around the world, including Paul McGinley, Mark Hensby, Shaun Micheel, Jerry Kelly, Fredrik Jacobson, Bradley Dredge, Kenneth Ferrie and coach to the world’s best players and Golf Digest America’s Number 1 teaching professional Butch Harmon.
Commenting on the Explanar Harmon said, "I believe that this is the best training system I've ever seen in my 40 years as a teacher. It's quick and it's easy. It works every time you use it and I use it everyday at my school in Las Vegas.”
The Explanar is a revolutionary development in golf instruction designed by Luther Blacklock, Master Professional and Head of Instruction at Woburn Golf Club. It is a complete golf training and fitness system based on sound biomechanical principles. Explanar promotes the ideal movements required for the golf swing and turns golf swing theory into feelings, allowing the golfer to focus on executing the shot more effectively.
To find out more about Explanar and information on your nearest Explanar centre please visit www.explanar.com or call 01604 874740
Email golfswing@explanar.com
For more information regarding this release please contact James Lovett at GMS on 01438 718399 or email james@gmsgolf.co.uk
Explanar is pleased to announce that it will be exhibiting its revolutionary Professional, Home and Junior swing training system at the PGA Merchandise Show, Orlando in January 2008.
The beauty of the Explanar is that it’s effective for all golfers, from beginners to Tour Professionals; whether you’re established golfer wishing to eradicate a swing fault, a senior player seeking greater rotation and flexibility or a beginner, junior experiencing the golf motion for the first time. The system is designed to promote the ideal movements required for the golf swing by turning swing thoughts into feelings, in the same way that stabilizers or training wheels on a bicycle offer guidance during the process of learning to ride. The Explanar is versatile and easy to use for men and women, both left and right-handed between 5’ and 6’6”. More advanced golfers can also utilize the Explanar to exercise their swing to hit intentional draw, fade, high and low shots. Junior’s looking to take that first step into the game can also now benefit with the introduction this year of the Explanar Junior System.
Since it was founded in 2001, the Explanar has received rave reviews from a number of leading teaching professionals and Tour players around the world, including Paul McGinley, Mark Hensby, Shaun Micheel, Jerry Kelly, Fredrik Jacobson, Bradley Dredge, Kenneth Ferrie and coach to the world’s best players and Golf Digest America’s Number 1 teaching professional Butch Harmon.
Commenting on the Explanar Harmon said, "I believe that this is the best training system I've ever seen in my 40 years as a teacher. It's quick and it's easy. It works every time you use it and I use it everyday at my school in Las Vegas.”
The Explanar is a revolutionary development in golf instruction designed by Luther Blacklock, Master Professional and Head of Instruction at Woburn Golf Club. It is a complete golf training and fitness system based on sound biomechanical principles. Explanar promotes the ideal movements required for the golf swing and turns golf swing theory into feelings, allowing the golfer to focus on executing the shot more effectively.
To find out more about Explanar and information on your nearest Explanar centre please visit www.explanar.com or call 01604 874740
Email golfswing@explanar.com
For more information regarding this release please contact James Lovett at GMS on 01438 718399 or email james@gmsgolf.co.uk
Explanar has announced it will be exhibiting its revolutionary Training and Golf Fitness System at the Scottish Golf Show from the 4th-6th April 2008.
All visitors will be welcome to come on to the stand and try out for themselves the training system that is revolutionizing the way the game is taught and learnt and which is now being used by Tour Players around the world. To celebrate its attendance at the Scottish Golf Show, Explanar will be offering a free cover worth £40 to anyone who purchases an Explanar.
The beauty of the Explanar is that it’s effective for all golfers, from beginners to Tour Professionals; whether you’re an established golfer wishing to eradicate a swing fault, a senior player seeking greater rotation and flexibility or a beginner junior experiencing the golf motion for the first time. The system is designed to promote the ideal movements required for the golf swing by turning swing thoughts into feelings, in the same way that stabilizers or training wheels on a bicycle offer guidance during the process of learning to ride. The Explanar is versatile and easy to use for men and women, both left and right-handed between 5’ and 6’6”. More advanced golfers can also utilize the Explanar to exercise their swing to hit intentional draw, fade, high and low shots. Juniors looking to take that first step into the game can also now benefit with the introduction of the Explanar Junior System.
Since it was founded in 2001, the Explanar has received rave reviews from a number of leading teaching professionals and Tour players around the world, including Paul McGinley, Mark Hensby, Shaun Micheel, Jerry Kelly, Fredrik Jacobson, Bradley Dredge, Kenneth Ferrie and coach to the world’s best players and Golf Digest America’s Number 1 teaching professional Butch Harmon.
Commenting on the Explanar Harmon said, "I believe that this is the best training system I've ever seen in my 40 years as a teacher. It's quick and it's easy. It works every time you use it and I use it everyday at my school in Las Vegas.”
The Explanar is a revolutionary development in golf instruction designed by Luther Blacklock, Master Professional and Head of Instruction at Woburn Golf Club. It is a complete golf training and fitness system based on sound biomechanical principles. Explanar promotes the ideal movements required for the golf swing and turns golf swing theory into feelings, allowing the golfer to focus on executing the shot more effectively.
To find out more about Explanar and information on your nearest Explanar centre please visit www.explanar.com or call 01604 874740
Email golfswing@explanar.com
For more information regarding this release please contact James Lovett at GMS on 01438 718399 or email james@gmsgolf.co.uk
Explanar Golf Ltd, owners of the renowned golf swing training and fitness system, is delighted to announce that it has commenced working with Golf Marketing Services (GMS), the specialist golf marketing agency.
The partnership between the two companies will see GMS instigate a simultaneous PR, marketing and advertising campaign, designed specifically to increase brand recognition and distribution of Explanar throughout Europe.
"Explanar continues to grow and is now used in over 50 countries by golfers of all levels from novice to Tour Player. We look forward to GMS working closely with our media partners, enabling the Explanar team to focus on continued expansion of our network across Europe and the USA.”
Formed in 2001, GMS boasts an impressive list of clients, including such recognised brands as, PING, PING Collection, Aldila, ECCO, Golf Pride, Softspikes, Marriott Golf UK, Carnoustie Golf Links, Loch Lomond Golf Club, Cornelia Golf Resort, England’s Golf Coast, the BMW PGA Championship and the Ricoh Women’s British Open.
“GMS is always delighted to work with new and innovative products within the golf industry, and clearly Explanar comes into that category” said Neil Gray, Director of GMS. “It is a superb system and deserves all the plaudits it has received.”
The Explanar is a revolutionary development in golf instruction designed by Luther Blacklock, Head Professional at Woburn Golf Club. It is a complete golf training and fitness system based around the fundamental principles of the swing plane and the biomechanics of the body. Explanar promotes the ideal movements required for the golf swing and turns golf swing theory into feelings, allowing the golfer to focus on executing the shot more effectively.
Since its inception in 2001, the Explanar has received rave reviews from a number of leading teaching professionals world wide, including Butch Harmon, coach to a host of PGA Tour stars including two-time Major Champion Phil Mickelson.
Commenting on the Explanar Harmon said, "I believe that this is the best training system I've ever seen in my 40 years as a teacher. It's quick and it's easy. It works every time you use it and I use it everyday at my school in Las Vegas.”
For more information regarding this release please contact James Lovett at GMS on 01438 718399 or email james@gmsgolf.co.uk
To find out more about Explanar please go to www.explanar.com
For more information regarding GMS please visit www.gmsgolf.co.uk
Explanar Golf is delighted to announce that its revolutionary swing training system, Explanar has recently played a crucial role in helping three past tournament winner’s return to form and secure their playing rights on their respective tours around the world.
This month has seen both Englishman Kenneth Ferrie and Welshman Mark Mouland attribute their respective achievements at the PGA and Asian Tour Schools to the dramatic swing improvements they have experienced since purchasing their own personal Explanar's. Under the most intense pressure at the PGA Tour Q-School Ferrie shot an exceptional final round 67 to vault from 31st place to 14th place and capture his 2008 playing rights stateside. Meanwhile on the other side of the world, in Malaysia, Mouland was busy finishing in 15th place to secure his Asian Tour Card at the first attempt. These successes, added to the achievement of Australia's Mark Hensby who finished in 2nd place in his final event of the PGA Tour season, after intensive sessions on his Explanar, to secure his 2008 playing rights, cap a remarkable end to 2007 for Explanar.
“With the Fry's Open being near my home in Arizona I was able to work on my Explanar the whole time and it's really paid off. There's no question that I'm straighter and longer and fitter too. Check the stats. Explanar's played a big part in me securing my Tour card." commented a delighted Hensby.
Add quotes from Kenneth Ferrie and Mark Mouland
Tony Clark of Explanar commented: "Kenneth and the two Mark's are all proven winners who have experienced tough times in recent years. We are extremely proud to be associated with all three of these tremendous talents and are particularly delighted that the significant swing improvements they have gained from time spent on their Explanar's stood up so well under the most intense pressure. We wish them all continued success in 2008.”
The Explanar is a revolutionary development in golf instruction designed by Luther Blacklock, Master Professional and Head of Instruction at Woburn Golf Club. It is a complete golf training and fitness system based on sound biomechanical principles. Explanar promotes the ideal movements required for the golf swing and turns golf swing theory into feelings, allowing the golfer to focus on executing the shot more effectively.
Since it was founded in 2001, the Explanar has received rave reviews from a number of leading teaching professionals and Tour players around the world, including Paul McGinley, Jerry Kelly and coach to the world's best players and Golf Digest America's Number 1 teaching professional Butch Harmon.
To find out more about Explanar and information on your nearest Explanar Centre please visit www.explanar.com or call 01604 874740
Email golfswing@explanar.com
For more information regarding this release please contact James Lovett at GMS on 01438 718399 or email james@gmsgolf.co.uk
Are you struggling with your game, does you swing feel out of sync? If so now is the perfect time to hone your game in the close season and get your golf swing back on plane with a half-price lesson from your local Professional on Explanar, the revolutionary golf training system.
From the 15th September till 31st March 2008 Explanar Golf and 100 Explanar Centres throughout Europe are offering golfers the opportunity to take advantage of Half-Price lessons on the Explanar.
Simply go to www.explanar.com and fill out the form to redeem your voucher, book your lesson and present the voucher on arrival for your lesson. Information on the location of your nearest Explanar Centre is also available on the website.
The Explanar is effective for all golfers, from beginners to Tour Professionals; whether you’re established golfer wishing to eradicate a swing fault, a senior player seeking greater rotation and flexibility or a beginner experiencing the golf motion for the first time. The system is designed to promote the ideal movements required for the golf swing by turning swing thoughts into feelings, in the same way that stabilizers or training wheels on a bicycle offer guidance during the process of learning to ride. The Explanar is versatile and easy to use for men and women, both left and right-handed between 5’ and 6’6”. More advanced golfers can also utilize the Explanar to exercise their swing to hit intentional draw, fade, high and low shots.
Since it was founded in 2001, the Explanar has received rave reviews from a number of leading teaching professionals and Tour players around the world, including Paul McGinley, Jerry Kelly and coach to the world’s best players and Golf Digest America’s Number 1 teaching professional Butch Harmon.
Commenting on the Explanar Harmon said, "I believe that this is the best training system I've ever seen in my 40 years as a teacher. It's quick and it's easy. It works every time you use it and I use it everyday at my school in Las Vegas.”
The Explanar is a revolutionary development in golf instruction designed by Luther Blacklock, Master Professional and Head of Instruction at Woburn Golf Club. It is a complete golf training and fitness system based on sound biomechanical principles. Explanar promotes the ideal movements required for the golf swing and turns golf swing theory into feelings, allowing the golfer to focus on executing the shot more effectively.
To find out more about Explanar and information on your nearest Explanar centre please visit www.explanar.com or call 01604 874740
Email golfswing@explanar.com
For more information regarding this release please contact James Lovett at GMS on 01438 718399 or email james@gmsgolf.co.uk
Explanar Golf is pleased to announce that English LPGA Tour Professional Johanna Head, now based in Florida has recently incorporated Explanar into her daily golf fitness regime and witnessed immediate results.
Johanna commented: “Within just a few weeks I’ve noticed a significant improvement in my rotation and power. I’ve gained over 20 yards on my drives and I’m a club longer in my irons. Equally importantly it’s aided my recovery from a muscle strain due to the no impact movement. I’m excited about the coming season”.
Explanar Managing Director Tony Clark added: “Jo is the perfect ambassador for Explanar. She’s dedicated, determined, talented and extremely courteous. Jo is a great role model for young golfers.”
The Explanar golf training and fitness system is now used by men and women in over 60 countries and continues to deliver amazing results whether a novice or a Tour player.
Clark added: “We now have Tour players on all the main Tours using Explanar and reaping not just the fitness benefits but also a more repeatable and powerful motion.”
The Explanar is a revolutionary development in golf instruction designed by Master Professional Luther Blacklock and used by many of the top golf professionals and coaches in the world, including coach to the stars Butch Harmon. It is the complete golf training system based around the fundamental principles of the swing plane and the biomechanics of the body.
It comprises of a hoop and a strut with calibrations to allow you to set the Explanar to your optimum swing plane. The Power Roller™ trains/retrains and builds the golfing muscles creating a more dynamic and athletic swing
The Radial Stance Mat™ is integral and enables you to practice intentional draw and fade shots. The Plane Fin™ which is an essential reference point, will act as an indicator as to whether or not you are swinging on your optimum plane.
By using Explanar for just 10 minutes a day you’ll experience a dramatic improvement in your core stability and an increased level of rotation. Your forearms and legs will also feel the benefit of the Power Roller™ as your muscles are gently extended and developed.
To find out more about Explanar and information on your nearest Explanar centre please visit www.explanar.com or call 01604 874740
Email golfswing@explanar.com
For more information regarding this release please contact James Lovett at GMS on 01438 718399 or email james@gmsgolf.co.uk
English LPGA Tour Professional Johanna Head, now based in Florida, has incorporated Explanar into her golf fitness regime. Johanna commented: “Within just a few weeks I’ve noticed a significant improvement in my rotation and power. I’ve gained over 20 yards on my drives and I’m a club longer in my irons. Equally importantly it’s aided my recovery from a muscle strain due to the no impact movement. I’m excited about the coming season”. Explanar Managing Director Tony Clark added: “Jo is the perfect ambassador for Explanar. She’s dedicated, determined, talented and extremely courteous. Jo is a great role model for young golfers.”
The Explanar golf training and fitness system is now used by men and women in over 60 countries and continues to deliver amazing results whether a novice or a Tour player.
Clark added: “We now have Tour players on all the main Tours using Explanar and reaping not just the fitness benefits but also a more repeatable and powerful motion.”
For more information call Explanar Golf USA at 866 975 2627 or email golfswing@explanar.com. Visit www.explanar.com.
Mark Hensby of Australia has spoken of the part Explanar has played in what must rank as the PGA Tour performance of 2007.
Lying 151st in the Money List, Hensby had failed to submit his entry to Tour School and in his words “had I not delivered I wouldn’t have had a job next year”.
“I came into the Fry’s feeling confident after a good performance on the Nationwide Tour in Utah. I’ve been working on Explanar every day and night and as a result I’ve gained 15 yards on my drives in the last 6 weeks. To be honest I’ve hardly practiced. With the Nationwide being in Utah and the Fry’s being near my home in Arizona I was able to work on my Explanar the whole time and it’s really paid off. There’s no question that I’m straighter and longer and fitter too. Check the stats. Explanar’s played a big part in me securing my Tour card.”
Mark, a proven Tour winner, has had to battle recovery from a serious road accident late 2005 which resulted in a loss of form which has seen him drop to 345th in the world rankings. What makes Hensby’s performance all the more remarkable is that he was 5 over par after just 10 holes of the first round, (he started at the 10th). Four birdies in the next 8 holes gave Hensby a credible 71 (+1) but gave no indication of what was to come. A career best second round 61 (sixty one) catapulted Mark up the leaderboard and a third round 66 put him in 2nd spot tied with Mike Weir and just one behind Carl Pettersson.
Pettersson faded and carded a 74 but a great nail-biting duel developed between Weir and Hensby which went to the wire. Knowing that he needed at least the runner-up spot to secure his card Hensby’s nerve held strong and shooting a solid 69 his second place took him from 151st to 99th and guaranteed full Tour exemption for 2008. Hensby was first to praise Mike Weir, whose win was his first in 87 starts. Hensby said “Mike deserved to win. He played great.”
Tony Clark of Explanar commented: “Mark’s a real talent and has had to cope with a great deal over the past 2 years. He’s a terrific personality and a genuinely nice guy on and off the course and his strength of character has seen him through. His swing held up under the most intense pressure and this has to stand out as one of the best performances of 2007. We are extremely proud to be associated with him.”
Explanar Golf reports a bumper week in Orlando at the 2008 PGA Show with sales on day 1 outstripping sales for all three days in 2007. The three days sales were 160% up on last year.
Explanar Managing Director Tony Clark reports: “This has been a tipping point for Explanar in the USA. The quality of instructors investing in Explanar has been hugely rewarding not least for inventor and Master PGA Professional Luther Blacklock who is proud of the support from his peers. 2007 was the year we came to the attention of Tour Players such as Jerry Kelly and Paul McGinley and this has undoubtedly underlined the integrity of Explanar.”
The Explanar booth was swamped for all three days with visits from Butch Harmon, Randy Smith, Tom Henderson, Dr Jim Suttie and Jim Hardy. Clark added: “It’s great to welcome such noted instructors to our booth and to receive such positive feedback. Thanks to the support of these acclaimed teachers we continue to expand our network and we are proud to welcome Kiawah Island on board as an Explanar Center. Whilst we know the dramatic impact that Explanar is having on a student’s performance, many teachers are now reaping the financial rewards that quickly follow as Explanar gives golf professionals much needed support to build their businesses.”
Explanar Golf now offers lease/purchase and rental plans making the Explanar Professional package very affordable.
To transform your teaching business or to receive an information pack contact Explanar Golf at 01604 874740 or via email at golfswing@explanar.com
For more information regarding this release please contact James Lovett at GMS on 01438 718399 or email james@gmsgolf.co.uk