When choosing the right club in golf, especially when stuck between clubs, it can be crucial to make the right decision to avoid extra strokes on a hole. As part of a golfer’s pre-shot routine, it is essential to carefully consider factors such as hazards, weather conditions, and visualizing the shot before choosing the appropriate club for the shot at hand. For mid-to-high handicappers who may not know their carry or total distances well, this decision can be particularly challenging.
One of the common challenges when stuck between clubs is experiencing pre-shot jitters, leading to indecision and a lack of confidence. This can result in doubting your club choice and can ultimately affect your shot execution. To combat this, GOLF Top 100 Teacher Brian Mogg suggests a simple adjustment at setup to make the decision-making process easier. By making a minor tweak in your setup, such as gripping down on the club or narrowing your stance, you can control the yardage better before making the shot.
In a scenario where choosing between a 6-iron and a 7-iron, Mogg recommends choking down on the club, narrowing the stance, and maintaining a smoother tempo to regulate the shot’s yardage. This adjustment allows you to adjust for the in-between distance without having to speed up your swing or guess the appropriate acceleration. By making these setup changes, you can increase your chances of achieving a positive result and potentially save strokes on your game, even when stuck between clubs.
For golfers looking to improve their game and equip themselves with tools to enhance their decision-making on the course, devices like the Voice Caddie VC4 Golf GPS can be beneficial. This smart GPS rangefinder provides not only distance to the green but also elevation changes, distance to front and back, and locates the landing point of the ball, giving you accurate carry distances. With features like a high-capacity battery lasting up to 54 holes and quick USB-C charging, this device can help golfers make informed decisions when selecting clubs and executing shots effectively.
