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Dexter Francois
Phoenix, Arizona, United States
I'm just trying to get better at the game I love. This blog is kind of a journal of my progress. I will share all the tips, drills, exercises, and experiences that I am using to improve. Hopefully they will help you too.
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MY 2011 GOALS

Break 80
Best Round To Date - 77

Get Down To A Single Digit Handicap
Handicap At The Start Of 2011 - 13.6
Current Handicap - 10.0







What's In My Bag

  • Driver: Ping G10-10.5
  • Fairway Wood: Ping G10 3 Wood-15.5
  • Hybrid: TaylorMade Rescue Mid-22
  • Irons: TaylorMade r7 Draw 4-SW
  • Wedges: TaylorMade Rac Nickel 52, 60
  • Putter: Odyssey DFX 2-Ball
  • Ball: TaylorMade Burner LDP

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"Don't look for excuses to lose. Look for excuses to win." Chi Chi Rodriguez

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