Charley Hoffman’s runner-up finish at the WM Phoenix Open in 2024 was not only a product of elite play on the course, but a data-driven approach off the course.
Charley came to TPI several weeks before the WMPO with his coach, Mark Blackburn, and trainer, Kayleigh Franklin, hoping that, as a team, we could help diagnose why his swing wasn’t performing to his expectations.
Through our TPI screen, 3D analysis or force and pressure data, we were able to identify how limited lower body rotation (related to a past back injury) was drastically affecting his club delivery, ball flight tendencies and, most of all, grip.
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Chapters:
0:00 - Introduction: Charley Hoffman's Visit to TPI
0:08 - Analyzing Hoffman's Career and TPI's Role
0:30 - Identifying the Iron Play Challenge
0:56 - Technical Breakdown: Loft and Grip Adjustments
1:08 - The Impact of Injuries on Swing Patterns
1:49 - Drill Insights: Left-Hand-Only Swing Technique
2:27 - Understanding Swing Dynamics and Adjustments
3:02 - Data Analysis: Comparing Past and Present Swings
3:30 - Body Mechanics and Swing Adjustments
4:02 - Exploring Grip Changes Over Time
4:37 - The Significance of Grip Strength and Orientation
5:13 - Implementing a Stronger Grip: Technique Tips
5:43 - Connection Between Grip and Body Rotation
6:23 - On-Range Application: Testing New Grip Strength
6:41 - Real-Time Feedback and Swing Correction
7:08 - Integrating New Insights into Practice
7:39 - Charley's Lightbulb Moment: Recapturing the Feel
8:13 - The Power of Data: Shaping Hoffman's Swing Adjustments
8:39 - The Value of Historical Swing Data
8:53 - The Importance of Regular Screening and Progress Tracking
9:00 - Closing Thoughts: Monitoring and Adjusting Your Swing
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