Short Game Chef with Parker McLachlin

Want to become better at chipping? Do this

Having a tidy short game around the greens is crucial for scoring. Short Game Chef Parker McLachlin shows Zephyr Melton a simple drill to help hit more dependable and consistent shots around the green.

Short Game
Matt Fitzpatrick chipping with cross-handed grip

Try Matt Fitzpatrick’s cross-handed grip for better chipping

Matt Fitzpatrick’s cross-handed grip was key to his success at the Open Championship. Here’s how you can try it in your own game. By: Maddi MacClurg
Short Game
scottie scheffler hits a bump-and-run during the 2025 open championship

How to hit a bump-and-run, according to a short-game expert

GOLF Teacher to Watch Parker McLachlin — aka the Short Game Chef — explains how to execute a bump-and-run around the greens. By: Zephyr Melton
Short Game
zephyr melton hits wedge while parker mclachlin watches

Should you use feel or yardage on wedge shots?

In today’s edition of Play Smart, the Short Game Chef explains what distance you should rely on feel with your wedge shots. By: Zephyr Melton
Instruction
Two short game releases every golfer should know

2 short game release patterns every golfer should know

Master the key short game release patterns using this top teacher’s two-family method and eliminate the guesswork from your game. By: Maddi MacClurg
Short Game
rory mcilroy hits a wedge during the 2025 players championship

You might be hitting your wedges too high. Here’s how to know

Hitting your wedges too high is no good! Parker McLachlin explains what to look for with your scoring clubs. By: Zephyr Melton
Bunker Shots
Parker McLachlin explains low hands in the bunker

Transform your bunker game with this simple setup tweak

Struggling in the sand? Parker McLachlin explains how one simple setup adjustment can dramatically improve your greenside bunker game. By: Maddi MacClurg
Bunker Shots
Golfer hitting of firm bunker lie

4 keys to getting it up and down from a hardpan bunker

Short Game Chef Parker McLaughlin shares 4 keys to help you master compact, sandy lies and increase your chances of getting it up and down.  By: Maddi MacClurg
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