Short Game Chef w/ Parker McLachlin

How to pick your wedges based on the conditions | Subpar

The Short Game Chef Parker McLachlin explains to Colt Knost and Drew Stoltz why assessing the conditions is essential to choosing the correct wedge.

Instruction
Parker McLachlin hits a low-running chip

6 simple steps to master the bump and run shot

With the right setup keys, you can master the bump and run and leave yourself inside a makeable distance every time.
Bunker Shots
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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.
Short Game
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Use this fun chipping game to build confidence around the greens

Looking for a fun chipping game to add to your practice routine? Try this one from short-game guru Parker McLachlin.
Short Game
Golf instructor demonstrates short game drill on golf course
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This clever 15-minute warm-up routine will dial in your short game

Follow this 15-minute short game routine from GOLF Teacher to Watch Parker McLachlin to dial in your stroke before a round.
Bunker Shots
parker mclachlin hits shot from bunker
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This is the secret for handling tricky lies in the bunker

Escaping the bunker when you’ve got a bad lie can feel impossible, but this secret from the Short Game Chef can make it a bit easier.
Bunker Shots
Talking to the Short Game Chef, Parker McLachlin, Lee Trevino shows how to use more natural athleticism to hit softer bunker shots

The clever bunker hack Lee Trevino learned from Seve Ballesteros

In a recent video with Parker McLachlin, Lee Trevino showed how changing your stance can help you hit softer bunker shots.
Short Game
Parker McLachlin, aka Short Game Chef, says it's important to sweep and not be steep in order to hit consistent wedge shots. Here's why

‘Sweep, not steep’: Short game guru says it’s the key to grooving wedge shots

Parker McLachlin, aka Short Game Chef, says it’s important to sweep and not be steep in order to hit consistent wedge shots. Here’s why.
Instruction
golfer sets up to ball with launch monitor next to them

These 3 launch monitor numbers can improve your swing

In this edition of Play Smart, Top 100 Teacher Jonathan Yarwood explains the simplest way you can use a launch monitor to improve your swing.
Instruction
player practices sequencing feel

An easy feel to improve sequencing and boost your power

In this edition of Play Smart, we explain an easy feel that will help you create the proper forces that create power.
Driving
female golfer hits drive on golf course

How far golfers *really* hit their drives, according to data

In this edition of Play Smart, we take a look at Arccos’ Driver Distance Report to see how far golfers hit their drivers.
Instruction
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How Rory McIlroy’s radical practice method can improve your ball striking

In today’s edition of Play Smart, we detail how Rory McIlroy’s unorthodox practice methods can benefit your swing.
Short Game
phil mickelson hits chip shot

Phil Mickelson has 1 secret move that will fix your chipping

In this edition of Play Smart, Phil Mickelson shares a simple tip to help you become more skilled around the greens.
Short Game
GOLF editor zephyr melton hits shot with a wedge

Attack tucked hole locations by shaping your pitch shots. Here’s how

In this edition of Play Smart, GOLF Top 100 Teacher Jonathan Yarwood shows us how to shape pitch shots to reach tucked hole locations.
Short Game
tiger woods hits chip shot at the 2024 genesis invitational

This clever Tiger Woods tactic will ensure you don’t chunk chips

In today’s edition of Play Smart, Tiger Woods breaks down how his “draw chip” can keep you from chunking shots around the green.
Instruction
GOLF Instruction Editor Nick Dimengo used this 'Simon Says' drill with former pro Veronica Felibert, instilling confidence during practice

This ‘Simon Says’ drill gave me confidence to hit all sorts of shots

GOLF Instruction Editor Nick Dimengo used this ‘Simon Says’ drill with former pro Veronica Felibert, instilling confidence during practice.
Short Game
GOLF Top 100 Teacher Joey Wuertemberger explains why cross-handed chipping can be a better way to control your wedges in the short game

Is cross-handed chipping for you? Here’s why it could improve your wedge control

GOLF Top 100 Teacher Joey Wuertemberger explains why cross-handed chipping can be a better way to control your wedges in the short game.
Approach Shots
Struggling with downhill lies? GOLF Top 100 Teacher Shawn Callahan shares his tips to master them and avoid blow up holes during a round

Don’t let tricky downhill lies ruin a hole, do this instead

Struggling with downhill lies? GOLF Top 100 Teacher Shawn Callahan shares his tips to master them and avoid blow up holes during a round.
Instruction
To help three of his students rotate and better transfer their weight, GOLF Top 100 teacher Tony Ruggiero used these easy tips

3 go-to drills to improve weight transfer in the golf swing

To help three of his students rotate and better transfer their weight, GOLF Top 100 teacher Tony Ruggiero used these easy tips.
Instruction
Wondering how a golf launch monitor can keep your game sharp this winter? GOLF Top 100 Teacher Sarah Stone shares 3 easy ways

3 easy ways a launch monitor can keep your game sharp this offseason

Using a launch monitor can help keep your game sharp this winter. GOLF Top 100 Teacher Sarah Stone shares 3 easy ways how.
Fitness
When you need a go-to warmup routine before teeing off, GOLF Top 100 Teacher Jamie Mulligan says this is his personal favorite

This pro-approved warm-up routine is the ideal way to loosen up for a round

When you need a go-to warm-up routine before teeing off, GOLF Top 100 Teacher Jamie Mulligan says this is his personal favorite.
Short Game
Chunking wedges is a common issue for amateurs, so GOLF Top 100 Teacher Doug Spencer says this go-to guide can help eliminate the problem

Can’t stop chunking it around elevated greens? Use this go-to guide

Chunking wedges is a common issue for amateurs, so GOLF Top 100 Teacher Doug Spencer says this go-to guide can help eliminate the problem.

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Here’s how to maximize use of your launch monitor, per Top 100 Teacher

GOLF Top 100 Teacher Jonathan Yarwood identifies the most important data from your launch monitor and explains why these key numbers will help improve your game.

Warming Up with Shane Lowry

Dive into this episode of ‘Warming Up’ for a conversation that’s one part golf, two parts life as Lowry goes deep on his surprising origin story, which weeks he loves most, his PGA Tour friendships, advice he offers amateurs, how he ‘hits the shots he sees’ and much more.

How to hit a plugged bunker shot with Brittany Lang

Major champion Brittany Lang shows GOLF.com’s Zephyr Melton how to navigate a plugged lie in the sand on this edition of Pros Teaching Joes.

Simplify your practice routine and watch this ‘Simon Says’ drill from Top 100 Teacher

GOLF Top 100 Teacher Jamie Mulligan introduces a drill and plays ‘Simon Says’ with pro golfer Veronica Felibert and GOLF’s Nick Dimengo. He shows them a few simple drills for practicing on the range or at home.

How to pick your wedges based on the conditions | Subpar

The Short Game Chef Parker McLachlin explains to Colt Knost and Drew Stoltz why assessing the conditions is essential to choosing the correct wedge.

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