Play Smart w/ Zephyr Melton

When should you use feel vs. yardage on wedge shots

Learning how to feel your yardages for short distances can really help around the green. Short Game Chef Parker McLachlin shows Zephyr Melton a tip to help ensure you know your distances for more success around the green.

Driving
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Bombers use this key move with their feet to hit long drives

In today’s edition of Play Smart, Dr. Greg Rose explains a key move that the longest players in the world use to hit bombs off the tee.
Instruction
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Why trashing this key piece of information can lead to lower scores

In today’s edition of Play Smart, former PGA Tour pro Colt Knost explains why you should ignore the pin sheet.
Bunker Shots
golf ball buried in sand in bunker

Fried-egg lie? Hitting the hosel can bail you out (seriously!)

In today’s edition of Play Smart, instructor Kelan McDonagh explains why hitting the hosel could help with fried-egg bunker shots.
Instruction
padraig harrington looks down the fiarway during the 2025 u.s. senior open

The ‘simple’ mental trick Padraig Harrington uses to perform under pressure

In this edition of Play Smart, we break down Padraig Harrington’s mantra that helps him deliver under pressure.
Instruction
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Why this golf-swing cliche is actually terrific advice

In today’s edition of Play Smart, GOLF Top 100 Teacher Tony Ruggiero breaks down the merits of some common swing advice.
Instruction
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Should you use a weak grip or a strong grip? Top teacher explains

In this edition of Play Smart, GOLF Teacher to Watch Christy Longfield explains the differences in weak grips and strong grips.
Instruction
rory mcilroy hits an iron during the 2025 u.s. open

Rory McIlroy reveals ‘most effective way’ to shoot lower scores

In this edition of Play Smart, we hear from Rory McIlroy on the most effective way for amateurs to shoot lower scores.
Driving
seve ballesteros swings during the open championship
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Seve Ballesteros’ easy tips for more control with your driver

Back in the mid-80s, Seve Ballesteros shared with GOLF Magazine how he shortened his swing to get more control off the tee.
Driving
justin thomas hits driver off the tee during the 2017 sony open
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Justin Thomas’ 5 basics for pounding longer drives off the tee

Pound for pound, two-time major winner Justin Thomas is among the longest players on the planet. Here’s how he generates so much speed.
Driving
johnny miller hits a tee shot during the masters
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Johnny Miller’s brilliant advice for never hitting a tee shot out of bounds

When out of bounds beckons your tee shots, be strategic with your setup and brave with your swing, says Johnny Miller.
Approach Shots
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Sergio Garcia’s 6 keys for pure contact with your irons

Sergio Garcia has been striking his irons pure for over two decades in pro golf. Here are his six keys for ball-striking success.
Short Game
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Fred Couples reveals technique for high, soft pitch shots

When you want to avoid tricky breaks on the green, hitting a lob instead a low chip can be a great option. Fred Couples explains how.
Approach Shots
johnny miller hits a tee shot during the masters
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Johnny Miller’s simple crash course for ball-striking excellence

Johnny Miller offers his insights on hitting all different types of shot shapes in this edition of Timeless Tips.
Bunker Shots
ben crenshaw hits bunker shot during the 1997 masters tournament
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Ben Crenshaw reveals how to get up and down from any bunker lie

Sand conditions vary widely from course to course, and your technique should vary with them. Ben Crenshaw explains how.
Approach Shots
joe plecker demonstrates how to find the center of your stance
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Find the center of your stance for better contact with your irons

Finding the true center of your stance will help you hit better shots with your irons. GOLF Top 100 Teacher Joe Plecker shows you how.
Instruction
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6 shots amateurs never practice — but they should

There are a number of shots that amateur golfers never practice. Here are six from Top 100 Teacher Tom Stickney that will help your game.
Bunker Shots
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This common mistake kills your bunker game. Here’s how to fix it

Having trouble escaping the sand? You might be hitting too far behind the ball in the bunker. Here’s how to fix that flaw.
Fitness
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How high-tech mobility analysis diagnosed this golfer’s swing flaws

In this edition of Shaving Strokes, Top 100 Teacher Tom Stickney explains how he used Proscreen AI to help diagnose a student’s flaws.
Instruction
One move great players make around the greens
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This sneaky ‘toe tap’ move will improve your chipping instantly

Want to boost your short game? This simple drill will teach you to properly shift your pressure on delicate wedge shots around the green.
Instruction
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Simple course-management tips for breaking 100, 90, 80 and par

Want to break through a scoring barrier this season? Follow these simple tips from GOLF Top 100 Teacher Joey Wuertemberger.
Driving
aldrich potgieter hits a tee shot

Want to hit longer drives? Use this drill to increase your attack angle

Hitting longer drives can be achieved by increasing your attack angle. Here’s an easy drill to practice that.
Instruction
Adam Scott swing
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An in-depth look at Adam Scott’s swing evolution

How closely does Scott’s current form resemble the swing that led him to his last major victory? A top teacher explains.
Driving
rory mcilroy hits a driver during the 2025 players championship
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Use this swing thought to belt long drives off the tee

Looking to add some distance to your tee shots this summer? Try this method from GOLF Top 100 Teacher V.J. Trolio.
Approach Shots
erika larkin demonstrates ball-striking drill
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Remember the 3 ‘Ls’ for more crisp contact with your irons

Use this drill from GOLF Top 100 Teacher Erika Larkin to hit more crisp shots with your irons. Here’s how it works.
Instruction
a drill for powerful strikes on the golf course
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A drill to groove a power release for powerful strikes

If there’s one key to producing crisp, powerful strikes, it’s getting your pressure to the front side as you swing through impact.
Short Game
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The 2 key releases to handle these important pitch shots

You’re going to hit shots off tight lies and fluffy lies. A slight adjustment for each makes all the difference in the world.
Instruction
lessons from junior golfers that will improve your game
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5 lessons from junior golfers that will improve your game

Discover the key habits and smart strategies junior golfers use — and how they can help you play better, smarter golf.
Bunker Shots
Collin Morikawa holes out from the bunker on the 1st hole during the final round of the Arnold Palmer Invitational on Sunday.

A buried lie bunker trick to escape the sand

Your ball is buried in the bunker, surrounded by a ridge of sand. What do you do to escape? Here’s your guide.
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When should you use feel vs. yardage on wedge shots

Learning how to feel your yardages for short distances can really help around the green. Short Game Chef Parker McLachlin shows Zephyr Melton a tip to help ensure you know your distances for more success around the green.

When should you use feel vs. yardage on wedge shots

Learning how to feel your yardages for short distances can really help around the green. Short Game Chef Parker McLachlin shows Zephyr Melton a tip to help ensure you know your distances for more success around the green.