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Mid-distance wedge shots are crucial shots to master as it can significantly impact your score. In situations where you are too far from the green to chip but too close for a full swing, understanding the right technique is essential. By properly utilizing the bounce of your club and managing your backswing length, you can effectively navigate these tricky shots. The first tip for mastering mid-distance wedge shots is to learn how to use the bounce of your club. Wedges like lob, sand, or gap wedges have a rounded bottom called “bounce” that helps the club glide across the grass.…

Golf scoring can be confusing for beginners, but learning the basics is essential for anyone looking to improve their game. In golf, the goal is to complete all 18 holes with the fewest number of strokes. Your final score is simply the total number of shots you made in the round, plus any penalty strokes. Understanding the terminology for scores on a single hole is crucial, starting with the concept of “par.” Par refers to the number of strokes a player is supposed to take to complete a hole, with holes typically categorized as par-3, par-4, or par-5. The total…

Fairway Jockey is currently running a sale on select golf balls, allowing golfers to stock up on big-name brands like Callaway, TaylorMade, and Mizuno. One popular option is the Callaway Chrome Soft for players seeking a softer feel with forgiveness and high launching capabilities. On the other hand, the Chrome Tour X offers a firmer feel with speed, workability, and spin around the greens. Another standout option in the sale is six variations of Taylormade’s TP5 and TP5x golf balls. When you purchase three dozen golf balls, you will receive a fourth for free, allowing you to mix and match…

The halfway point of the 2025 Cognizant Classic in the Palm Beaches sees Jake Knapp leading the tournament by one shot after shooting a remarkable 59 in the first round. Knapp followed up his impressive performance with a 1-under 70 in the second round, bringing him to 13 under overall. He is closely followed by Matthieu Pavon, who sits at 12 under after firing rounds of 66-64. Both players are vying for their second career Tour victories after breakthrough wins last year. The third round of the tournament kicks off on Saturday morning at PGA National, with Knapp and Pavon…

Rory McIlroy made significant changes to his game in preparation for the Masters tournament, embracing the Scottie Scheffler Ball approach that focuses on discipline and consistency. Mark Immelman, a longtime instructor and CBS analyst, believes that McIlroy’s commitment to this approach will lead to success at the Masters. Immelman emphasized the importance of playing a disciplined game and avoiding mistakes to achieve a strong performance at the tournament. The topic of The Golf League (TGL) was also discussed, with Immelman expressing optimism about its potential for growth and improvement. He highlighted the need for more variability in the game to…

Spin is a crucial element in golf that can make or break your game. In golf, the perfect shot isn’t about raw power or Tour-like accuracy, but about control and predictability in your ball flight. Spin is the silent puppet master controlling your shots. It keeps the ball stable in the air, affects its trajectory, and determines how it reacts when it lands. Backspin helps lift the ball into the air and controls stopping power on the green, while spin-axis tilt affects curvature, determining whether you hit a fade, draw, slice, or hook. Optimizing spin for each club can make…

The Epson Tour, a professional golf tour that serves as a direct feeder to the LPGA Tour, has recently announced a groundbreaking partnership with MGI, an Australian manufacturer of electric caddies and power trolleys. This partnership will allow players on the Epson Tour to use electric, remote-controlled carts, or electric caddies, during competitions. The decision to allow electric caddies was made in an effort to level the playing field for all tour members, regardless of their financial resources. This move is particularly beneficial for players who may not be able to afford a professional caddie to travel with them week-to-week.…

In this week’s Cognizant Classic, the PGA Tour has moved to the Southeast for the annual Florida swing, transitioning from cool-season grasses to Bermuda grass. On the “Fully Equipped” podcast, co-host Kris McCormack reported back on how pros were adjusting their wedges for the change in grass at PGA National. Many PGA Tour veterans are familiar with the adjustments needed, such as using more bounce and full-soled wedges on sandy Bermuda lies. McCormack observed the creativity and skill of pros with their short game and wedges, noting the envy he felt watching them pull off impressive shots. With tour trucks…