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Add 12 mph of clubhead speed in under an hour

What’s it like to do a “speed training boot camp” with Bernie Najar — coach to world champion long-drive pros like Kyle Berkshire? GOLF game improvement editor Zephyr Melton finds out. You’ll see exactly what drills he used, how overspeed training works, and the biggest mistakes golfers make when trying to swing faster.

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Why it’s important to adjust your driver to match your swing

In this edition of Play Smart, GOLF.com gear editor Jake Morrow shows game-improvement editor Zephyr Melton how to adjust his driver.
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Want more crisp iron shots? Try this forward shaft lean trick

In this edition of Play Smart, GOLF Top 100 Teacher Jeff Smith explains an easy trick that will help produce more forward shaft lean.
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Fascinating video shows how wind affects your putts on the greens

In this edition of Play Smart, we look at a video from GOLF Top 100 Teacher Chris McCormick showing the role wind plays on putts.
Instruction
anthony kim hits golf balls on range with alignment sticks in front of him

The overlooked — and simple — key to Anthony Kim’s resurgence

In this edition of Play Smart, we discuss the deceptively simple swing tweak Anthony Kim made in his journey to winning LIV Adelaide.
Instruction
james hong sets up to a driver and sets up to an iron

1 huge mistake beginner golfers make with their drivers — and how to fix it

In this edition of Play Smart, GOLF Teacher to Watch James Hong explains a huge mistake he sees novice golfers make with their drivers.
Driving
zephyr melton explains alignment trick

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.
Driving
tiger woods hits drive during the 2024 masters

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.
Driving
fred couples hits driver during the 2001 williams world challenge
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How Fred Couples swings fast while looking so smooth

Fred Couples’ swing may look smooth, but it generates tons of power. Here’s how he does it — and what you can learn.
Instruction
bobby jones swings golf club while crowd watches
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Bobby Jones explains the simple secret to his smooth swing

Bobby Jones believed the key to a rhythmic golf swing was understanding how to “swing the clubhead.” Here’s how to do it.
Driving
anthony kim hits driver
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Anthony Kim’s 3 tips for hitting your driver straighter than ever

In a 2008 issue of GOLF Magazine, Anthony Kim shared three of his best tips for splitting the fairway with driver.
Approach Shots
fred couples hits pitch shot during the 2025 masters tournament
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Fred Couples’ 5 keys for laser-like accuracy with your irons

Fred Couples has one of the smoothest swings in golf. Here are his five keys for knocking your irons stiff — and making more birdies.
Instruction
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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.
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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.
Instruction
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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.
Approach Shots
joe plecker demonstrates how to find the center of your stance
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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.
Instruction
golfer hits shot out of fairway bunker
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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.
Bunker Shots
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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.
Fitness
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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.
Instruction
One move great players make around the greens
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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.
Instruction
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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.
Driving
aldrich potgieter hits a tee shot

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.
Approach Shots
Jon Rahm of Spain makes a divot as he plays his second shot on the third hole fairway during the final round of THE NORTHERN TRUST,

This feel creates effortless power and compression with your irons

GOLF Top 100 Teacher Martin Chuck explains a simple feel you can use to create effortless power and compression with your irons.
Instruction
cam young hits a shot during the final round of the 2026 players

6 key positions that power Cameron Young’s explosive swing

Cameron Young captured a breakthrough win at the 2026 Players Championship. Here is a breakdown of six key positions in his swing.
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Introducing GOLF Schools, where our experts are here to help your game

Introducing GOLF Schools, a new learning opportunity where you can improve with the help of GOLF Top 100 Teachers at premier locations.
Instruction
A close up of the shoes worn by LPGA golfer Nelly Korda as she warms up at the practice range on November 15, 2024, during the second round of the LPGA The ANNIKA driven by Gainbridge at Pelican Golf Club in Belleair, Florida.
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5 things to remember to improve your aim and alignment

Aim and alignment are two of the most important fundamentals in golf. Here are five things to remember to improve them.
Approach Shots
dom dijulia demonstrates finding the "slot" of your backswing with a training aid
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How finding the ‘slot’ in the backswing creates better ball striking

GOLF Top 100 Teacher Dom DiJulia explains how finding the “slot” in your backswing can help you become a better ball striker.
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Brian Manzella 3 steps for a great downswing
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3 critical steps for a great downswing

Want to master your downswing? This three-step approach can help you build a textbook swing. Just remember: drop it, twist it and throw it.
Instruction
Don't have tons of time for golf practice? GOLF Top 100 Teacher Ed Oldham shares a 30-ball drill that efficiently improves your game

6 things you should always — and never — practice

GOLF Top 100 Teacher Tom Patri shares six things you should always — and never — practice when you go to the range.

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