Get Low

2:57 pm May 29, 2009

Why do most golfers spend most of their time trying to hit shots that
go airborne at great distances? Perhaps it’s ego, or maybe it’s just
plain fun (it is).

Knocking a great shot far into the sky may have some appeal, but
when it comes to short game, you must use different strategies in
order to lower your score.

One strategy is to continually hit the ball lower. Not only is it
effective, but it keeps it safe. Low shots tend to have a better
outcome too.

Your goal is to lower your score. So, just think lowww…
Look at these examples:

A. When Your Ball Is Close To The Green

When your ball is close to the green, it is difficult to determine how
far it will travel when you send it into the air. Keeping an eye on the
ball’s destination is much easier when keeping the trajectory lower.

Keep the ball low enough so that it rolls most of the distance as close
to the hole as possible. When your ball is sitting just 30 to 40 yards
away from the hole, you will only invite problems if you decide to
pop it up too far up into the air.

B. During Windy Weather Conditions

When you are playing during high winds, your game can turn into a
disaster in just one stroke. By hitting the ball high in the air, you
give away your control & are more susceptible to wind’s mercy.
Your ball can end up flying to the left, the right, or even into a
greater distance than was intended. By keeping it low but firm, the
wind has much less of a chance to interfere with the ball’s travel
path…

C. Blocked Areas

Often, you will make a shot & the ball will end up underneath a tree
or some other immovable obstacle that prevents you from getting it
airborne. This is a perfect opportunity to practice your low shots in
order to remove yourself from a sticky situation.

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