Do I want use a short backswing when hitting arournd the green bunker shots?
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The key is being smooth and accelerating through the shot. I abbreviate my back swing as well, but only because it helps me with my tempo. From what I've seen it's more about what you're comfortable with. I have friends who open the clubface and take a full swing, but that's not comfortable to me. Bunker shots are tough for me too. Good luck.
101336
I would play it like you'd play a 4 iron, and try to sweep it off the turf, don't hit down on it like you would an iron. Play it more like a 3 or 5 wood. \n\nAs far as it looking closed.....your hands should be about even with the ball....so if it looks closed with your hands in that position....you might be heading for a trade in!!!!
314319
This depends on how well you hit, as well as what lies ahead...\n\nFor instance, I use a 7 iron to hit 150 as well. Not every time, butr most of the time. However, if Im hitting up hill, I would use a 6 or 5 iron, depending upon the difference in height. Similar, in shooting downhill, I would use an 8 or 9 iron. \n\nWhen chipping, it is also important to pay attn to the lie - if youre chipping uphill, dont use a 60* wedge! It will be a 80* wedge! Instead, use your 8 iron and hit it softly - takes the extra loft off the hillside lie....\nPretty much, there should be roughly ten yards difference between clubs. I go 100 with a PW, 110 with a 9, 130 with an 8, 150 with a 7, 160 with a 6, 160 - 170 with a 5, etc. As my iron length increases, my distance drops, as I am not great with long irons... But I have this new Nike CPR rescue club - it is AWESOME! Replaces my 3 & 4 iron, and goes around 180 almost every time! 3 wood, around 200, driver around 220 - if I can keep it from slicing...\n\nFeel free to hit me up about golf anytime - IM ADDICTED!
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As I got better at golf, basically I switched from a game improvement type iron to a forged cavity back which is less forgiving. When your handicap falls under 10 you should probably demo some blades musceback type irons and see if they work for you. If you are consisitent and rarely have truely bad swing days, aka shanks you are probably ready. If you have a mediocre swing the blades will maximize those faults and your scores will likely suffer.
200558
Yes, you can.\nRule 7-2 allows for practice between holes at the putting green of the last hole, as long as it does not interfere or hold up the game.
490361
Tom Kite and Ben Crenshaw used to play a game to help improve bunker shots and chip shots.  The first person hit the ball as close to the selected target without going past.  The next person can't pass the other person's ball.  So the shot keeps getting shorter until someone hit's it to far.  The person will lose the bet
1075645
One shot less than par for the hole.  2 shots less woulld be an eagle.  One shot over par would be a bogey.
756803
Too right arm dominant. Practice with just your left arm on the putter, then let you right arm just hang around for the ride.
716146
shorten your backswing and make a conscious effort to swing through the ball( also called releasing the club)\nGo to the driving range and try this, just focusing on making good solid contact with a good follow through and don't try and kill it. nice easy swings and see how far it goes.
701363
Hello shorty\n\n32 for 9 holes and 67 for 18 on a par 70. Even par is a great round on any golf course, you did good.\n\nMost folks dont realise how good an even par round is, but I do.\n\nPlay well and I wish for a -5 round for you soon.\n\nLeon
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If you play at the same field most of the time, you should observe the field and try and find the proper bunkers that can cover you.  I'm a big guy and I don't have a problem getting behind small bunkers that aren't meant for me.  it covers me fine.  You also need to play with people that aren't gonna be "accidentally friendly fire" on you.  \n\nI play with a bright color jersey so when people see me they will see me, I don't bother with camo.  You need to play and practice more.  You need to be able to tuck behind a bunker and keep yourself tucked in when you are popping out to shoot your opponents.  remember, try and keep a small profile when you are behind the bunkers so that way you don't get shot out so easily.
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You need to be able to hit all the clubs.  There are plenty of golf holes that require a longer drive.  If you only drive the ball 210 yards, you will never have a chance to reach a par five in two for example.  For me, I'm most happy with a slight draw because I know that when the ball hits the ground it is going to run.  \nMaybe what you need is a new driver with a little more loft to get the ball flying through the air a little longer?  Or perhaps try teeing the Calloway up a little higher and playing it more toward your left foot?  Not sure what you are doing now but just a couple things to think about.  With a 200 yard 5-wood, you should expect more out of your driver.
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I had the same problem last summer and this year i am one of the best putters in my club. These are the three things i did to improve my game. the first drill is to go out right before your round and just putt around. DO NOT putt to a hole, but rather aim for something maybe a leaf or a nut that may have fallen on the green and try to get down the speed of the greens, this may sound weird but once you get on the 1st green you will already be a step ahead of your opponents. The second drill is the short putt drill. I have missed over 300 3 and under footers until one of my freinds taught me this drill. When you under 3 feet instead of looking at youe ball or the hole look at a spot on the green that you want the ball to roll past and focus ont that you should make about 90% of them from now on. Finally the old Phil Mickelson drill set up 10 balls around a green and putt them until they all go in. I just thought of a another one i do for speed. Its bozo buckets a 6 inch, 1 foot,3 foot, 5 foot, and 15 foot putt all lined up in a straight like and then put them in and if you miss set them all up again, until you make them all in a row .
575014
You can't put back spin on every chip shot.  Most of the time it just helps the ball slow down, it's not going to back up.  The most important thing is to make sure you accelerate through the shot.  A short back swing with a good follow through will help.  Remember if you slowing the club down or stopping right after you hit the ball it will not work.  You must accelerate the club as it hits the ball.  Once you get that down the harder you swing the more back spin.  \n\nThe chip and run is the best shot to use when possible.
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1.   Stand with your feet closer together than when you normally swing.  \n  \n2.   Position yourself so that the ball is closer to your back foot.  \n  \n3.   Use a flop wedge, also known as a 60-degree wedge. A sand wedge can be used in an emergency.  \n  \n4.   Swing the club on a steeper plan (more upright).  \n  \n5.   Hit directly underneath the ball before taking a divot. Take a divot that is long and shallow.  \n  \n6.   Follow through normally.
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First, make sure your clubs are custom fit for you; correct length, correct flex, correct loft and lie, correct grip size, correct weight, ie., balanced (are they uniform in feel and play), and more important that your set is made up of clubs that fit your game, ie., no 1 or 2 iron in the bag when you should be hitting a 7 or 5 wood. Second, Where on the golf course are you waisting shots? Work on that part of your game, get help from your golf pro if needed.  Third, Play Play Play Practice Practice Practice. As my Dad once told me, your not going to get any better sitting here on your ass.  So get off your ass and go play, make sure your equipment is right and get help when you need it, the rest while fall into place. HAND Have A Nice Day!!!
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NOT NECESSARY.\nYOU MAY HIT IT BEFORE BOUNCE.\n\nANYHOW, MAXIMUM I BOUNCE ALLOWED TO RETURN BACK THE BALL.