Hack It Out Golf Controlling Your Misses
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Jun 30, 2025 Golfers often face the challenge of controlling their shots, but there’s more to the game than just perfect swings. Discover how mastering target selection can minimize damage from missed shots. Learn about the importance of assessing lies and selecting the right club based on your surroundings. Listen for tips on executing iron shots and controlling wedge distances to improve your short game. With practical insights, you’ll find strategies to enhance your performance even when things go off course.
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Choose Targets to Minimize Risks
- Control your misses by choosing targets away from hazards to minimize damage if you miss.
- Adjust targets based on your skill and the layout, favoring safe zones.
Aim Where You Don't Want To Miss
- Better players factor in where they don't want to miss, not just where to aim.
- Aggressive target choices often cause misses in difficult spots even on solid shots.
Know Your Clubs and Lies
- Understand your clubs and how the ball reacts to different lies to improve target choices.
- Practice clubbing and learn how shapes differ with each club and lie.