Golf tips from agents

Bob Bramlett, owner, The Bramlett Agency, Ardmore, Okla.

8 handicap

Golf tip: “Be patient and don’t be too aggressive. Don’t try to do things that are maybe beyond a your ability.”

Randy Lanoix, owner, Bourg-Lanoix Agency, Lutcher, La.

2 handicap
(in the good old days)

Golf tip: “Enjoy the game for what it is. Don’t take it too seriously. It is a game; don’t make it a job and have fun.”

H. Lee Loftis Jr., governmental affairs director, Independent Insurance Agents of Texas, Austin

2 handicap

Favorite Golfer: Fred Couples

Golf tip: “Don’t take it too seriously. Enjoy it. If you have a good round of golf, great; if you don’t have a good round, that’s OK too. It’s not life or death; it’s enjoyment.”

Brett Nilsson, senior vice president of commercial insurance, The Buckner Co., Salt Lake City

7 handicap

Golf tip: “In my opinion, the best thing a person can do is take a few lessons. If you are struggling, then find a professional and let them help.”

Ron Smith, president, Smith Sawyer Smith Inc., Rochester, Indiana

5 handicap

Favorite Golfer: Arnold Palmer and Chris Smith

Golf tip: “Practice your short game; 50 yards and in. I think it’s the quickest way to get better at golf.”