Golf’s Up and Down: Understanding the Short Game Shot
An “up and down” in golf means successfully getting your
Expert short game mastery guides, tips, and answers — part of our Golf Instruction & Improvement section. 239 articles covering everything you need to know.
An “up and down” in golf means successfully getting your
AimPoint putting is a feel-based system that uses your feet to read
The “Texas wedge” is a golf shot played with your putter from just off the green. It’s a smart strategy when the ball has a clean lie and the distance to the pin is short to moderate. This approach often provides a more…
Your best bet for chipping is usually a wedge, like a sand or lob
For bunker shots, a sand wedge is your best friend.
Carefully plan your green’s size, shape, and slope for optimal
Focus on hitting down on the ball with a clean strike.
Use a shorter swing with a higher lofted club like a pitching wedge
Pick a good spot, dig it out, and prep the base.
Dial in a consistent, repeatable stroke with a focus on smooth tempo.
Point putting is a technique where you aim your putter at a specific,
Sharpening your reel mower blades involves cleaning, inspecting, and
Open that clubface, swing down and through. That’s the ticket. Grab your highest lofted wedge, the one with teeth. Practice that sweet spot strike. It’s all about friction. Who This Is For Golfers ready to dial in their short game. You know, the…
A draw chip is a shot that curves from right to left for a right-handed golfer. It’s achieved through a combination of a slightly closed clubface, a narrower stance, and an in-to-out swing path. Mastering this shot adds a valuable tool to your…
Prep the foundation: Excavate, build a solid, sloped base with good
Dial in your setup: grip, stance, and alignment are non-negotiable.
A golf chipper is a specialized club for shots around the green,
Plan your green’s size, shape, and slope carefully.
Dial in your iron game for precise approaches on Howell’s par
Blast sand behind the ball, not the ball itself.
Focus on a smooth swing arc and hitting the ball first.
Plan your green’s location, size, and shape carefully.
Gather lumber, outdoor turf, and fasteners.
A 60-yard golf shot is a very short distance, typically considered a