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All great putters do this 1 thing over the ball, says top instructor
In this edition of Play Smart, GOLF Top 100 Teacher Dave Phillips explains a setup trick that he sees great putters use.Latest
What is stimp, and how do Stimpmeters work? Here’s what you need to know
How to hit clutch lag putts like Min Woo Lee’s 53-foot tournament-winner
Top golf teachers share the best swing advice they’ve ever received
What is a golf handicap, and how is it calculated?
8 simple tips for improving your golf game
Hit higher bunker shots with this drill from a short-game expert
10 brilliant short-game tips from teaching legend Dave Pelz
Bubba Watson taught me how to hit crazy hooks and slices
Major winner shares 10 keys for splitting every fairway
Hitting your driver with accuracy can be a huge asset for your game. Here are 10 keys for splitting every fairway from Hal Sutton.Johnny Miller’s ‘single best tip’ for hitting pure irons
Johnny Miller once called this drill his “single best tip” for improving ball striking. Try it out and you’ll hit it better than ever.How to use a smooth tempo to generate power — just like Ernie Els
How do cultivate a smooth swing while also generating power? All you have to do is take a page out of Ernie Els’ book.This is the magic number of greens you need to hit to break 80
Breaking 80 requires that you average eight greens in regulation per round. Here’s how to hit that target goal.Johnny Miller: How to keep your swing healthy as you age
Back in 1981, Johnny Miller joined GOLF Magazine to share some of his tips for keeping his swing healthy as he aged.Tour winner has 4 big tips for becoming a lethal money-game golfer
Chris DiMarco shows you how to be a better money-game player with smart tee shots, deadly short-iron accuracy and clutch putting.Former world No. 1 shares best tips for pinpoint iron shots
Want to fire at the flagstick and make more birdies? Here are a few keys from former world No. 1 Luke Donald.8 simple tips for improving your golf game
These expert tips will boost your golf IQ, elevate your game, and lay a solid foundation for long-term success.This common mistake kills your bunker game. Here’s how to fix it
Having trouble escaping the sand? You might be hitting too far behind the ball in the bunker. Here’s how to fix that flaw.Follow these 6 keys for better contact with your wedges
Looking to make more consistent contact with your wedges? Follow these six keys from GOLF Top 100 Teacher Kellie Stenzel.5 reasons you chunk chip shots — and how to fix them
No one likes to chunk a chip shot around the greens, so he’s a quick fix that will help make sure you never do it again.Stop straightening your trail arm before impact for better contact
A move to avoid for every player is straightening your trail arm before impact. Here’s a drill to help avoid it.4 top teachers explain what causes a slice — and how to fix it
These top teachers can help you better understand why you’re missing shots to the right and even help you fix it.This sneaky ‘toe tap’ move will improve your chipping instantly
Want to boost your short game? This simple drill will teach you to properly shift your pressure on delicate wedge shots around the green.Who will win the Masters? Peter Kostis and Gary McCord weigh in
Peter Kostis and Gary McCord believe 1 player has all the ingredients needed to claim the green jacket—but he needs to succeed in a key area.Bubba Watson speaks: LIV lessons, Masters regret, and why ‘grow the game’ irks him
Bubba Watson delves into what he’s learned at LIV, Masters regret, parenting and why one popular phrase really bothers him.Rules Guy: Is it a penalty if you give the wrong information about which stroke you’re on?
If you give the wrong information about which stroke you’re on, do you have to take a penalty? Rules Guy has the answer.5 reasons you chunk chip shots — and how to fix them
No one likes to chunk a chip shot around the greens, so he’s a quick fix that will help make sure you never do it again.Stop straightening your trail arm before impact for better contact
A move to avoid for every player is straightening your trail arm before impact. Here’s a drill to help avoid it.Lee Trevino interview: The Merry Mex explains why you *have* to work the ball
Lee Trevino was a late bloomer who didn’t pick up the game until he was 22. But maybe that’s why, at 85, he’s still knocking it stiff.Rules Guy: When replacing your ball from off the green, can you intentionally line it up?
If you have to mark and replace your ball off the green, are you allowed to line it up when you put it back? Rules Guy has the answer.
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All great putters do this 1 thing over the ball, says top instructor
In this edition of Play Smart, GOLF Top 100 Teacher Dave Phillips explains a setup trick that he sees great putters use.Cure your slice for good (seriously!) with this foolproof trick
In this edition of Play Smart, GOLF Teacher to Watch James Hong shares an easy swing feel that will instantly correct your slice.I’m trying this genius tactic in 2025 to teach myself how to go low
GOLF.com editor Zephyr Melton explains a clever way he’s aiming to teach himself to shoot lower scores this season.How I added swing speed with 1 easy tip
In today’s edition of Play Smart, GOLF.com editor Zephyr Melton explains how one simple tip helped him add swing speed.How Rory McIlroy’s clever range prep helped him win the Players
In today’s edition of Play Smart, we look at the clever method Rory McIlroy used to prepare for the Players Championship playoff.Why this common advice is actually ‘worst thing you can do’ in your swing
In today’s edition of Play Smart, GOLF Top 100 Teacher Tony Ruggiero explains why “keep your head down” is actually terrible golf advice.Fix your slice with this drill used by Xander Schauffele
In this edition of Play Smart, we look at a drill from Xander Schauffele that you can use to fix your slice.This common mistake kills your bunker game. Here’s how to fix it
Having trouble escaping the sand? You might be hitting too far behind the ball in the bunker. Here’s how to fix that flaw.How high-tech mobility analysis diagnosed this golfer’s swing flaws
In this edition of Shaving Strokes, Top 100 Teacher Tom Stickney explains how he used Proscreen AI to help diagnose a student’s flaws.This sneaky ‘toe tap’ move will improve your chipping instantly
Want to boost your short game? This simple drill will teach you to properly shift your pressure on delicate wedge shots around the green.Simple course-management tips for breaking 100, 90, 80 and par
Want to break through a scoring barrier this season? Follow these simple tips from GOLF Top 100 Teacher Joey Wuertemberger.Want to hit longer drives? Use this drill to increase your attack angle
Hitting longer drives can be achieved by increasing your attack angle. Here’s an easy drill to practice that.What a consistent golfer *really* looks like, according to data
What does consistent golf *really* look like? GOLF Top 100 Teacher Trent Wearner shows us — and explains how you can achieve it.4 key ways Tour pros practice smarter than weekend warriors
Tour pros don’t just play better than amateurs, they practice better, too. Here are four key ways they do it.Golf’s best twins taught me 10 lessons in an hour — here they are
Nicolai and Rasmus Højgaard, the top twins in golf, are big-hitting, trash-talking Ryder Cup hopefuls. Here are 10 things they taught me.The hardest shot in golf? Lee Trevino’s nomination will surprise you
Lee Trevino joined GOLF’s “Warming Up” and dished on a handful of tips, including what he thinks is the most difficult shot in golf.Lee Trevino taught me 10 lessons in 38 minutes. Here they are
Lee Trevino insisted he wouldn’t spill any secrets. He couldn’t help himself. On “Warming Up,” Trevino fixes your chipping. Your mind, too.Xander Schauffele taught me 10 lessons in an hour. Here they are
Want to win two majors in one season? Xander Schauffele’s 10 secrets to success seem like a good place to start.Here’s why Shane Lowry says the range can be a ‘dangerous place’
On the latest episode of Warming Up with Dylan Dethier, Shane Lowry explains the different mindsets for the range and the golf course.Shane Lowry’s advice for pro-am partners is good for every golfer
2019 Open Championship winner Shane Lowry shares a bit of entertaining pro-am advice for all amateur golfers.10 secrets Shane Lowry taught me in an hour on the driving range
Shane Lowry had swing thoughts, sure — but he also dished on pro-am partners, Diet Coke, his friendship with Rory McIlroy and more.Cure your slice for good (seriously!) with this foolproof trick
In this edition of Play Smart, GOLF Teacher to Watch James Hong shares an easy swing feel that will instantly correct your slice.Major winner shares 10 keys for splitting every fairway
Hitting your driver with accuracy can be a huge asset for your game. Here are 10 keys for splitting every fairway from Hal Sutton.How I added swing speed with 1 easy tip
In today’s edition of Play Smart, GOLF.com editor Zephyr Melton explains how one simple tip helped him add swing speed.How to fix your slice with just a few simple setup changes
Slicing the ball happens primarily because of poor fundamentals at setup. Here’s how you can fix them and start hitting it straight.Data proves this key move generates more power in the swing
Data provided by GOLFTEC shows that there is a key move that all bombers have in their swing that helps them generate power.What’s the correct tee height for hitting your driver?
Ever wondered what the ideal tee height is for hitting your driver? Allow GOLF Top 100 Teacher Trillium Rose to explain.How to use a smooth tempo to generate power — just like Ernie Els
How do cultivate a smooth swing while also generating power? All you have to do is take a page out of Ernie Els’ book.Johnny Miller’s ‘single best tip’ for hitting pure irons
Johnny Miller once called this drill his “single best tip” for improving ball striking. Try it out and you’ll hit it better than ever.Why this common advice is actually ‘worst thing you can do’ in your swing
In today’s edition of Play Smart, GOLF Top 100 Teacher Tony Ruggiero explains why “keep your head down” is actually terrible golf advice.Learn this crucial ball-striking skill and pure your irons like never before
In this edition of Play Smart, GOLF Teacher to Watch Christy Longfield explains how controlling your low point is the key to ball striking.Say goodbye to chunked shots for good with this easy fix
You can eliminate fat shots from your game by listening to this easy fix from GOLF Top 100 Teacher E.A. Tischler.Use this pro-approved feel for more power with your iron shots
If you want to generate more clubhead speed with your irons, allow the clubhead to release past your hands through impact.Former world No. 1 shares best tips for pinpoint iron shots
Want to fire at the flagstick and make more birdies? Here are a few keys from former world No. 1 Luke Donald.Tom Kite’s 3-step guide to hitting a knockdown iron
If you want to keep your iron shots under the wind, follow this three-step guide from 19-time PGA Tour winner Tom Kite.This common mistake kills your bunker game. Here’s how to fix it
Having trouble escaping the sand? You might be hitting too far behind the ball in the bunker. Here’s how to fix that flaw.KJ Choi’s bizarre drill has some unexpected benefits for bunker shots
KJ Choi recently demonstrated a bizarre bunker drill he teaches young players. But while it looks odd, it has actually got some key benefits.Gary Player reveals his secrets for elite bunker play
In his prime, Gary Player was one of the greatest bunker players in the world. Here are his secrets for success from the sand.It might be the scariest shot in golf. Here’s how to pull it off
The short-sided bunker shot off a downhill lie is one of golf’s most treacherous shots. A former Tour winner explains how to execute it.Try this technique to generate tons of spin on your bunker shots
Looking to generate tons of spin on your shots from the sand? Try this technique from short-game guru Parker McLachlin.Stuck with a tricky 100-yard bunker shot? Use these easy adjustments
GOLF Top 100 Teacher Brian Mogg shares his tips for one of golf’s most daunting challenges: 100-yard bunker shots.2-time major champ shares tips for hitting a ‘chunk and run’ from a bunker
2-time major champ and current LIV golfer Martin Kaymer gives some tips for hitting a chunk and run shot from a bunker.All great putters do this 1 thing over the ball, says top instructor
In this edition of Play Smart, GOLF Top 100 Teacher Dave Phillips explains a setup trick that he sees great putters use.How to hit clutch lag putts like Min Woo Lee’s 53-foot tournament-winner
With a breakthrough PGA Tour title on the line Sunday, Min Woo Lee executed a clutch long-range lag putt. Here’s what you can learn from him.Become a better lag putter with this soccer strategy. Here’s how
In this edition of Play Smart, instructor Kelan McDonagh explains how adopting a penalty kick strategy can make you a better lag putter.What putting grip is most popular among PGA Tour’s best putters?
What putting grip is used most commonly by the PGA Tour’s best putters? We take a look — and share the benefits of each.Scottie Scheffler gives young fan putting tip in adorable exchange
While signing autographs for young fans, Scottie Scheffler gave a young fan some great advice on how to become a better putter.How AimPoint green reading works, explained in 1 minute
In this edition of Play Smart, we learn how AimPoint green reading works in one minute from former Masters champ Adam Scott.Use this old-school trick for perfect speed on quick downhill putts
In this edition of Play Smart, we explain a subtle trick you can use to make sure you have perfect speed on quick putts.Rules Guy: Is it a penalty if you give the wrong information about which stroke you’re on?
If you give the wrong information about which stroke you’re on, do you have to take a penalty? Rules Guy has the answer.Rules Guy: When replacing your ball from off the green, can you intentionally line it up?
If you have to mark and replace your ball off the green, are you allowed to line it up when you put it back? Rules Guy has the answer.Rules Guy: How long can you wait for a ball to drop in the hole in match play?
If your match play opponent concedes a putt that rolls to the hole’s edge, how long can you wait for it to drop in? Rules Guy has the answer.Rules Guy: Is it legal to play a round using a rubber driving-range tee?
Is it permissible to play a full round of golf using a rubber tee from the driving range? Rules Guy has the answer.Rules Guy: Can you practice from a different bunker than the one you’re in?
If your ball lands in a bunker, are you allowed to take a practice swing from a different one? Rules Guy has the answer.Why a ‘soft cap’ on your handicap index is nothing to be ashamed of
For golfers, a soft cap can seem like a badge of dishonor. But it’s not a punishment. It’s a handicapping safeguard designed to help reflect a player’s true ability.Rules Guy: Can you take free relief from newly planted but unstaked trees?
If you find your ball near a freshly planted, unstaked young tree, can you still take free relief? Rules Guy has the answer.Short-game expert reveals the key for hitting a knockdown shot
Want to hit a knockdown shot with your irons like the pros do? Check out this quick tutorial from the Short Game Chef.Follow these 6 keys for better contact with your wedges
Looking to make more consistent contact with your wedges? Follow these six keys from GOLF Top 100 Teacher Kellie Stenzel.5 reasons you chunk chip shots — and how to fix them
No one likes to chunk a chip shot around the greens, so he’s a quick fix that will help make sure you never do it again.Short Game Chef: How to handle mudballs around the green
Parker McLaughlin answers your burning short-game queries in every issue of GOLF Magazine. Next on deck: mudballs, and how to deal with them.How to decide which wedge bounce is right for your game
Which wedge bounce is right for your game? Tour short-game coach Parker McLachlin explains the two main factors to consider.5 tips to master mid-distance wedge shots for better scoring
Mid-distance wedge shots are tricky shots to master. Here are five tips from Top 100 Teacher Kellie Stenzel to improve on them.What’s the best way to put more spin on shots with your wedges?
How can you put more spin on your wedge shots? We asked a group of GOLF Top 100 Teachers for their advice.Latest in Instruction
What is stimp, and how do Stimpmeters work? Here’s what you need to know
How to hit clutch lag putts like Min Woo Lee’s 53-foot tournament-winner
Top golf teachers share the best swing advice they’ve ever received
What is a golf handicap, and how is it calculated?
8 simple tips for improving your golf game
Hit higher bunker shots with this drill from a short-game expert
