In this edition of Play Smart, we look at how Parker McLachlin, aka the Short Game Chef, fixed Zephyr Melton's chipping in five minutes. The post How an elite short-game coach fixed my chipping in ...

No matter how solid your ball striking, you will inevitably miss greens in regulation. From there, the difference between par and bogey (or worse) is a tidy short game. If you watch the pros each ...

Let’s be honest. Most golfers do not hate chipping practice because chipping is boring. They hate it because they practice it ...

Developing a reliable short game is key for beginner golfers to lower scores. Learning lag chipping drills can improve control and accuracy from 5-15 yards. Consistent practice with defined benchmarks ...

It’d be great of we could hit every green in regulation, but unfortunately that’s simply not possible. Heck, even the best players in the world don’t hit every green. In 2025, the average GIR ...

Your short game can make or break your scorecard, and mastering it means focusing on precision, consistency, and smart shot choices. From pitching drills to chipping techniques, the right practice can ...

One of the fastest ways for beginner golfers to lower scores is by developing a reliable (and repeatable!) short game. That's because having a shorter swing and not a full swing is easier to control, ...