Many golfers lose more strokes around the green than anywhere else. A good pitch shot from 30 to 50 yards can turn a poor approach into a real scoring chance. The mechanics are simple when you ...

When it comes to the short game, it’s helpful to clearly define the shot you’re trying to hit. Golf terminology can be confusing — and often inconsistent — so having simple definitions makes ...

Having a solid short game requires plenty of practice and good technique. The reality for many high-handicap or average players is that they are missing both of those ingredients, which is keeping ...

We all like to hit high pitches that float like a butterfly and stop on a dime, but you're better off hitting lower shots where you can control trajectory and get the ball to bite hard once it lands.

Learn how to master the low, spinning wedge like the pros. Improve your control and keep the ball low to attack pins with precision. The post 3 steps for mastering the low, spinning pitch shot ...

Don't get me wrong, every golf shot can be a tricky one — especially if you're a beginner golfer (or just an average one like I am). But between the tee shots, approach shots, short game, and putting, ...

The wet, thick rough at this week’s U.S. Open at Merion will mean many players won’t be able to get their approach shots to the putting surface when they miss fairways off the tee. And that will mean ...

Most golfers are so focused on swing mechanics, especially to get more distance off the tee, that they don't spend near enough time working on their short games. Think about it: If you could be just a ...