Play Smart
Struggle with alignment off the tee? Try this simple aim hack
In this edition of Play Smart, game-improvement editor Zephyr Melton explains a simple trick to ensure perfect aim off the tee.
Hitting longer drives starts with understanding this key concept
In this edition of Play Smart, GOLF Top 100 Teacher Josh Zander explains how using your lead leg as a “brake” helps generate more power.
This common household item makes for a versatile training aid
In this edition of Play Smart, we discuss how you can turn a yardstick into a versatile training aid for your golf game.
This 1 grip tweak creates instant spin around the greens
In this edition of Play Smart, GOLF Top 100 Teacher Jeff Smith shows us a grip tweak that adds tons of spin on short-game shots.
How I’m learning to hit bombs off the tee this winter
In this edition of Play Smart, GOLF.com game-improvement editor Zephyr Melton details how he’s working on his driver this winter.
Instantly fix your chipping with this 1 simple move
In this edition of Play Smart, GOLF Top 100 Teacher Mike Dickson breaks down a simple move that will fix your chipping.
This trail-foot feel eliminates early extension and adds power
In this edition of Play Smart, we take a look at how you can generate more torque in your swing through a simple feel in your trail foot.
Justin Rose’s 4 keys for playing your best golf under pressure
Justin Rose is as clutch as they come. Here are four keys you can copy from him to perform your best under pressure.
Want to become a better ball striker? Follow the advice of a major champ
Three-time major winner Julius Boros said that the key to solid ball striking was to focus on turning — not swaying — in the backswing.
This is the simplest mindset for breaking 90
Struggling to post scores in the 80s on a consistent basis? This story from a 2001 issue of GOLF Magazine might help.
Brooks Koepka’s 5 keys that will help you bomb longer drives
If you want to pound longer drives off the tee, listen to these five pieces of advice from five-time major winner Brooks Koepka.
Master this golf-swing ‘X-factor’ to add serious power to your game
Back in a 2006 issue of GOLF Magazine, Peter Kostis broke down a key “X-factor” that pros use to add serious speed to their swings.
Seve Ballesteros’ brilliant tip for hitting putts with perfect speed
Finding the correct speed on breaking putts is crucial for holing them. Here’s an “unorthodox” tip from Seve Ballesteros to help you out.4 areas you must improve to shoot lower scores, according to data
Research from legendary instructor Dave Pelz demonstrates that you can lower your handicap by focusing on four key areas.
Find the center of your stance for better contact with your irons
Finding the true center of your stance will help you hit better shots with your irons. GOLF Top 100 Teacher Joe Plecker shows you how.
6 shots amateurs never practice — but they should
There are a number of shots that amateur golfers never practice. Here are six from Top 100 Teacher Tom Stickney that will help your game.
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.
Why always trying to correct your last miss can wreck your round
When you hit a bad shot, don’t automatically try a quick swing fix — it could lead to wrecking your whole round.
This stretch is trusted by elite amateurs. You should use it, too
GOLF Top 100 Teacher Joey Wuertemberger explains a stretch trusted by University of Oklahoma golf star Jase Summy.
How long should you practice when you go to the range?
A panel of GOLF Top 100 Teachers discuss the ideal amount of time you should spend working on your game at the range.
A simple drill to learn the low, spinning pitch shot
GOLF Top 100 Teacher Mike Malizia explains an easy drill that will teach you how to hit the low, spinning pitch — just like the pros do.
How an elite amateur trains balance in the golf swing — and why it works
GOLF Top 100 Teacher Joey Wuertemberger explains his balance work with standout amateur and 2025 Walker Cup player Jase Summy.
3 exercises every golfer should do to help their golf swing
GOLF Top 100 Teacher Tony Ruggiero shares three exercises every golfer should do to strengthen their bodies to make better swings.
Cure your slice for good by learning this misunderstood concept
GOLF Top 100 Teacher Martin Chuck explains that understanding how the ball effectively moves during the swing can cure your slice.
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