Golf is a challenging game to master, both technically and psychologically. But whether you're struggling to escape bunkers or you can't envisage pulling off the perfect shot, help is at hand. With expert guidance from coaches who have helped major-winning pros, Shoot Lower Scores will enhance your game in no time.
‘MAKE YOUR SCORES COUNT IN 2025’
Score better • ‘Whether you have come up short on a long par 4 or are targeting a possible birdie at a par 5, good pitching can be both a shot-saver and shot-gainer. Your ability to knock the ball close with your wedge is crucial to shaving shots off your scorecard. But pitching doesn’t just mean reaching for your most-lofted club and floating the ball high in the air; there are numerous ways to become a master at pitching.’
Pitching basics • There are different ways to pitch it close. Follow these tips for better distance control…
Pitching fixes • Use these drills to iron out the flaws in your short game…
Better pitching • If you can improve your pitching, your scores will begin to tumble…
Pitch from 80 yards • The ability to knock it close from this distance is crucial for birdie hunters on par 5s…
Lofted pitch • Mastering the high pitch shot will help you get up and down far more often…
Distance control • From 100 yards and in your ability to control distance is essential to shooting low scores…
50-yard pitch • It’s one of golf’s most awkward distances, but if you can master this shot you will reap the rewards…
Pitching practice • If your pitching has lost its way, these easy drills will get you back on track…
Picture your pitches • Visualise knocking it close from 100 yards and in
PITCH IT CLOSE • The scoring zone is key for any player. Improve your pitching to produce birdie chances and get yourself out of trouble
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Knock it close • ‘Good chippers have the confidence to get the ball close every time. Too often, higher-handicap players feel too much pressure with the task of getting up and down. Like pitching, there are different ways to approach the art of chipping, such as the bump-and-run, flop shot or standard chip. Also, never rule out the other clubs in your bag; the hybrid has become one of the most versatile clubs in the game, none more so than around the greens.’
Set-up keys • If you’re struggling to get the ball close from around the green, return to the fundamentals…
Chip it close from thick grass • You’ve missed the green and your ball is buried. Here’s how to get up and down…
IMPROVE YOUR CHIPPING • Whatever your level, if you can chip the ball well your score will often be saved…
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Chipping basics • Finding consistency around the greens will have you playing your best golf in 2021…
Chipping keys • Cement the technique and then keep it simple to consistently get the ball close…
Creating spin • One thing that many amateur golfers aspire to do is spin the ball like the pros. Here’s how…
Sloping lies • When chipping from different slopes, you’ll need to make a number of minor adjustments…
Chipping style • Get up and down more often by selecting the right type of chip for your game…
Play the flop shot • It’s one of the toughest shots to pull off, but it’s a real shot saver when you get it right…
Chipping feel • As the golf season moves into full swing, now is the time to hone your natural feel…
Variable lies • If you miss the green your lie is unlikely to be straightforward. Here’s how to counter this…
Crisp chipping • To be a masterful chipper, square your set-up and add creativity to your practice...