With the number of enormous drivers being used today, it is now easier to make a golf ball go a long way. However, if you keep in slicing the ball, you might not be getting the amount of distance you really deserve for that shot. Sliced shots steal distance away from you so it is important to avoid this type of shot completely if you’re going for range.

A sliced shot is basically caused by several reasons. First, the shaft that might have swung down too steep on the place and second, the clubface might be open at the point of impact. To fix this problem, use a normal posture when you go for the shot. In this posture, look at your driver head about one foot from the ground. Then, make several full swings above the golf ball.

It is essential to take note that you should keep your arms soft to force a powerful release. This technique will also help your arms and hands feel the rotation as they pass your body. In addition, this drill technique can be critical in permitting the clubface to square itself upon impact. Remember that if you swing above the golf ball, you allow your hands to speed up through the point of impact.

The success of the punch shot relies on your ability to assess your situation. And this includes the knowing which factors are beyond your control. There is nothing you can do about the design of the greens and the weather condition at the time you play. While every golfer wants to play on a bright, windless day, in most cases, they have to do with coastal breeze, rains, and other conditions.

A careful strategy is also necessary when you’re trying to tackle the two-tiered greens. Every golfer wants to land their golf ball within three feet from the hold but when they’re calculations are wrong, they’ll spend a lot of time with the putter. The attempt to get the ball to the upper level may cost them the game.

The punch shot will help a golfer significantly in this instance. Now, how can you execute this shot? As the name implies, you need power and force without trajectory. To do this, you need to use a shorter backswing; your feet should also be appropriately positioned to allow the hands to “feel” the ball. When your club swings forward, remember to keep your upper body solid so they can work on the ball as you strike.

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In contrasts to the chunkiness of the driver, the putter gives the golfer’s bag a touch of distinction. Perhaps it is the precision by which it was built or the functionality that it was designed for, whatever the case, a beginner can be forgiven for mistaking the putter with other golf clubs. But with time, it is important for them to know every slight difference between the golf clubs. This is because every iron has its own strengths, weaknesses, and functions.

Examining each golf club is a good way to know and understand the differences between them. In ascending order, a beginner can arrange the golf clubs from second to the ninth. The one with the least length should be at the starting point and the one that increases by its degree of loft and length should follow.

Despite knowing the basics of golfing irons, it is sometimes difficult for beginners to know which club they should use for a specific shot. For example, some shots require the “four” iron when the “three” iron would have been more suitable. It is only by experience that a golfer can truly determine which club is best for the difficult shots.

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Putting makes up a significant part of your golfing score. But at the same time, a lot of golfers also waste a lot of strokes in the green. If you want to avoid this mistake and save on strokes, you need to learn how to stop wasting your strokes around greens.

Par permits 36 putts in an 18-hold game. So you are allotted an average of 2 putts for every green. For every three putt, that is a stroke that can be saved by playing more intelligently. If you are able to hit half the greens allotted and putted only two per green, you can save 8-9 strokes per game. There are a lot of strokes you can save for every round. Below are some techniques on how to avoid three putts or more:

1.    Stop making putts outside of 15 feet – trying to putt at this range makes no sense. You have a reduced change of getting the ball in

2.    Chip to a more convenient position – if you’re greedy on the chip shot, you may fail to get the ball where you want it to go

3.    Be careful when you’re inside or outside the range of 10 feet – putting is similar to golf until you are within ten feet of the hold. Once you’re here, your objective should shift and proper adjustments on your technique needs to be made

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After you place your golf club behind the ball and as your hands tighten its grip on the club, you should remember to be a “stepper”. You need to take note of three measures to ensure that you put this into play. This includes:

•    The ball position

•    The appropriate distance from the golf club to the ball

•    The alignment

Ball Position

When stepping, you need to get the right ball position for the golf club and the particular situation you’re in. If you’re hitting hybrid, fairway wood, or iron and if your club is on a relatively flat surface, you should place your feel equally apart from each other as you widen them. Remember that the club should be centered in your body.

Proper Distance
When adjusting your feet, you should also be aware of the distance between the ball and the club so you can adapt the right posture. You need to adjust your feet to the point that your hands are directly below the shoulders.

Alignment

After you aimed your club to the ball, place your toes parallel to the line. The line through your toes should be slightly aligned to the left.

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Putts that are between four to six feet are ones most people expect. And they find nothing wrong with their shots because others are making the same mistake. Research shows that almost 50% of pro golfers miss the golfing hole when they aim for it on their six-foot putts. When you think about it, the putts can definitely let you win or lost a game. These golfing statistics do not lie.

Because of this, average golfers say that there is nothing wrong if you their percentage is low since pro golfers cannot make the perfect shot as well anyway. This is a wrong perception because the statistics offer a guideline on the things you should improve on. It should not be used as a reason for complacency. There are many things you can do to improve your putt. Practice is the perfect way to do this.

Take 10 balls and put them together in about 4 feet from the hold. It is essential to practice having a straight putt. To do this, you need to focus on the actual stroke, don’t be concerned too much with the break. If you don’t get a straight put, it just means you got a bad stroke. And if you don’t get a breaking putt, you had good stroke with bad speed. To avoid or at least minimize future problems, ensure that the “putter face” has the right angle to your line. This is the most common mistake a lot of golfers do and you can make it right.

Testing your ability against a difficult course is one thing but a different thing altogether if your opponent is made from flesh and blood while looking you in the eye. This is the difference between matchplay and strokeplay.

Strokeplay enables you to test your ability in 18 holds because it is played in a “hole-by-hole” concept. The golfer who has the least number of shots wins the game. Because of this, each hole is treated as a battle field. Many holes are determined on the accuracy of your tee shot. A good shot will not only make your next move a lot easier, you will also have the psychological benefit. Conversely, you should avoid getting a bad tee shot because you will be pressured to perform well in the next shot.

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If two evenly matched players go against each other, the psychology behind the matchplay will play a significant role. The one who has the nerve to withstand pressure and panic will most likely succeed. But in most cases, the one who had a good start will win the match. However, you shouldn’t give up even if you had one or two bad shots because you will only be giving encouragement to your opponent. Instead, you should focus on achieving healthy competition. This type of game is good for the mind and body.