Golf Clubs � Left Hand Golf Clubs � Your Questions Answered

If you have questions on using left hand golf clubs then check out our FAQ below.

How many players use left hand golf players on the PGA tour?

There are currently six � Mike Weir, Phil Mickelson, Steve Flesch, Russ Cochran, Kevin Wentworth and Greg Chalmers.

Are golf champions who use left hand golf clubs rare?

Very, only three golfers who play with left hand golf clubs have won a major championship � Mickelson, Weir and Bob Charles. Female golfers who use left hand golf clubs are also extremely rare.

Why are golfers who swing left hand golf clubs so rare?

Left handed people make up roughly 13% of the world's population so they are already in a minority. Also many left handed golfers learn to play right handed because up until recently it was really hard to get hold of left hand golf clubs and gear. Players, such as Len Mattiace, Greg Norman and Curtis Strange are naturally lefties but learnt to play with their right.

As right-handed golf is so established and predominant, some players switched because it was felt the right-handed way was the correct way, even if they could get hold of left hand golf clubs.

Which way then is the right way to play?

Some golf coaches believe it is more to do with your eyes than your hands. Weir for example is naturally right handed but plays with left hand golf clubs � and he won the US Masters. Other naturally right-handed players who play with left hand golf clubs are Flesch and Mickelson.

When you stand facing the ball it depends on which way you visualise it leaving you � it depends on what feels most natural.

Are left-handed golfers at a disadvantage?

Yes, in that the shortage of left hand golf clubs has had an effect on encouraging lefties into the game or allowing them to play at their best. Although there has been an improvement, some companies can be slow off the mark bringing out left hand versions of their right hand golf clubs. Also, many golf coaches are used to teaching it as a right handed game.

Is it easy to get hold of left hand golf clubs?

Yes, buying left hand golf clubs is just a click of the mouse away. You can visit reputable sports shops such as Sports HQ to find the right left hand golf clubs to suit your swing.

A division of Confidence Sporting Goods, inc., the famous manufacturer from Palm Springs , California , we have been making quality sporting goods for 35 years. We sell a huge range of sports equipment, including left hand golf clubs. Because we sell directly to you, you can expect to save up to 70% on normal retail prices when buying from us.

To order, phone 1-800-603-0004.