Play Smart w/ Zephyr Melton

Play downhill putts like this for more control

Teaching professional Kelan McDonagh shows GOLF’s Zephyr Melton a simple tip to help control the ball better on downhill putts.

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Tiger Woods hated this ball-striking drill — but still practiced it for hours

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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.
Putting
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This modified gate drill will help you make more putts

In this edition of Play Smart, we look at how Tommy Fleetwood’s modified gate drill can help you hole more putts.
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Rory McIlroy’s new mindset unveils simple key to lower scores

In this edition of Play Smart, we take a look at how Rory McIlroy’s new mindset can help you shoot lower scores, too.
Instruction
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A legal ‘cheat code’ to check your aim and alignment on the course

In this edition of Play Smart we learn from GOLF Teacher to Watch Addison Craig on how to check your aim and alignment on the course.
Driving
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How to create ‘effortless power,’ according to a long-drive champion

In this edition of Play Smart, top-ranked long-drive pro Colton Casto explains how to generate more power with your drives.
Instruction
zephyr melton and mike dickson stand inside and use bal.on smart kit

Perfect weight shift (and add swing speed) at home with this nifty training aid

In today’s edition of Play Smart, we look at how you can use the BAL.On Smart Kit to practice your weight shift at home.
Instruction
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What part of the golf ball should you look at while you swing?

What part of the golf ball should you look at while you swing? It depends on what sort of flaw you are trying to fix.
Putting
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How this Masters champ’s ‘old-man’ grip can improve your putting

Craig Stadler won the 1982 Masters using an unconventional putting grip. Here’s how it can help your own performance on the greens.
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Make sure your golf game ages gracefully with the help of a 3-time major champ

There’s no reason to let Father Time wreck your game, just follow these tips from three-time major-winner Julius Boros.
Driving
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Adam Scott’s 5 fixes to never miss a fairway again

Want to hit it straight — and long — like Adam Scott? Follow these five pointers from the 2013 Masters champ.
Approach Shots
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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.
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Charles Howell III hits a tee shot during a 2022 LIV Golf event at Rich Harvest Farms in Sugar Grove, Ill.
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Supercharge your drives with these 4 power tips from a LIV Golf winner

Charles Howell III has never been the bulkiest golfer, but he’s always been able to create power. Here are his four keys for easy distance.
Approach Shots
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Seve Ballesteros’ 3 approach shots to master for making more birdies

Seve Ballesteros was one of the greatest champions golf has ever seen — and much of his success came from expert shot-making.
Driving
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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.
Instruction
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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.
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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.
Putting
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This challenging drill will quickly make you a better putter

This challenging — and fun — putting game from Top 100 Teacher Trent Wearner will quickly make you a better putter under pressure.
Putting
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This speed-control drill will help you cut down on 3-putts

The secret to cutting down on three-putts is dialing in your speed. Here’s a drill from Top 100 Teacher Joey Wuertemberger to help with that.
Instruction
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Breaking 90 is easier than you think. You just need to do these 2 things

If you’re hoping to shoot in the 80s more often, all you need to do is clean up your scoring on par-3s and par-5s. Here’s how.
Instruction
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5 big things to consider when searching for a swing coach

Looking to hire a swing coach this season? GOLF Top 100 Teacher Trent Wearner has five things you should take into consideration.
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Four tips for developing a faster golf swing

Want to increase your swing speed? These four tips from GOLF Top 100 Teachers can help you develop a faster swing.
Driving
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5 things you can do to stop popping up your driver off the tee

Popping up your driver off the tee is a common ailment among high-handicap players. Here are five things you can do to stop it.
Driving
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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.
Instruction
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In a mid-round funk? Try these 4 remedies to recover

GOLF Top 100 Teacher Krista Dunton shares 4 ways to get your round back on track when things start going off the rails.
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5 things you can do to develop a faster swing

Every golfer wants to hit it longer. But, how do you do it? GOLF Top 100 Teacher Kellie Stenzel reveals 5 keys for a fast, powerful swing.
Short Game
linn grant hits a wedge shot during the 2023 dana open
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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.
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eric cole hits balls on driving range at the sentry
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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.
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Play downhill putts like this for more control

Teaching professional Kelan McDonagh shows GOLF’s Zephyr Melton a simple tip to help control the ball better on downhill putts.

Play downhill putts like this for more control

Teaching professional Kelan McDonagh shows GOLF’s Zephyr Melton a simple tip to help control the ball better on downhill putts.