How to Tighten Up Your Short Game

The difference between a pro and the average golfer is usually the short game. You may be able to hit it as far as they can off the tee, but they rarely miss a putt that’s ten feet or less to the hole. They’re playing on harder greens than the rest of us, yet they rarely miss. How many ten foot putts do you miss? Probably more than you care to admit.

Chipping and putting are two extremely important aspects of the game of golf. They can determine who the winner is and who the loser is. If your putting is less than perfect, the first thing you need to have a look at is your putter.

By taking a quick trip down to your nearest golfing store, you can find a putter that suits your height and style. Take your time finding a putter, and make sure you ask for advice where needed.

If this doesn’t improve your putts, you’re going to have to take a serious look at how you putt and figure out why they’re so bad. If accuracy is a problem, try putting a line on your golf balls. Whenever you go to putt, direct this line towards the hole, and when you make your swing, make sure that you hit with the same part of the club every time. The more often you hit with the same part of the club, the more consistent your shots will be.

Holding the club too tightly is another huge mistake. Try to relax, hold your club loosely enough that you can feel the shot, and swing. Putting well takes a lot of practice. By going to the driving range and practicing, you can improve your game dramatically.

The other part of the short game is learning how to use your wedge. Practice makes perfect. Using a wedge to get onto the green is a key element if you want to elevate your game.

However, wedges aren’t always the best tool for the job. If you’re close to the green (about five feet), you don’t want to wedge a shot into the air and watch it roll off the green. In some cases, you may want to bring a five wood out of your bag, and try using it like a putter. The five wood won’t elevate the ball off the ground as far, and works wonders if you want to get close without zinging the ball off the green.

Every approach shot is different. You’ll have to deal with different lies, grass length and greens. This is why practice and experience are important factors in golf. While you’re learning, you may feel like smashing your clubs to the ground. Instead, take a deep breath, enjoy the golf course, and remember that every golfer who came before you probably faced the same difficulties and frustrations. Keep at it, and your short game is sure to improve.

See you on the green,

TheGolfClubReviewer.com Team