Golf Shot Techniques for Better Play

Importance of Shot Variety

• Adapting to varying conditions on the golf course.
• Handling wind, hard greens, and reaching tucked-away pins.
• Providing flexibility and control over the ball.

Four Key Shots

1. Low Shot

• Purpose: Ideal for windy conditions.
• Technique:
  • Reduce loft and take off some speed.
  • Setup Tips:
    • Lean shaft forward at address to de-loft the club.
    • Swing at 80% power for more control.
    • Ball position slightly back from center.
  • Consider using a club with one less loft (e.g., use a 6-iron instead of a 7-iron).

2. High Shot

• Purpose: Useful for firm greens where the ball needs to stop quickly.
• Technique:
  • Increase loft and add speed.
  • Setup Tips:
    • Keep the shaft level at address.
    • Position the ball slightly forward of center.
    • Swing with more speed, finish with high hands for a steeper descent.
    • Shallower divot indicates less downward strike, aiding higher flight.

3. Fade

• Purpose: Controlled shot starting left and curving back right.
• Technique:
  • Swing path should be left of the target with a slightly open clubface.
  • Setup Tips:
    • Align body slightly left of target.
    • Maintain a neutral or slightly open clubface through impact.
    • Keep hands and arms passive to avoid closing the face.
    • Swing from out to in along the aligned body path.

4. Draw

• Purpose: Starts right and curves left, often desirable for those who slice.
• Technique:
  • Swing path should be right with a slightly closed clubface.
  • Setup Tips:
    • Align body right of target.
    • Slightly close the clubface relative to body alignment.
    • Allow natural clubface rotation.
    • Swing from in to out, letting the clubface react to create the draw.

Conclusion

• Mastering these shots provides versatility and control.
• Encouraged to practice and incorporate these techniques on the course.
• Additional resources available for golf swing improvements.

Remember to practice these shots to improve your performance and adaptability on the golf course. Each shot provides strategic advantages and knowing when and how to use them can significantly impact your game.