As a golf coach, I see so many men, women and juniors struggle with carry distance, making playing on many courses more of a slog than a joy. There is so much emphasis placed on distance in golf, yet most golfers don’t hit it anywhere near the dizzy heights of the pros they see on TV.
Being a short hitter can be a huge challenge with so many courses simply being too long. Tee boxes with carries in front of them that look like canyons can put anyone off golf. So how do you actually maximise your enjoyment of playing this game when distance isn’t on your side? Here are 5 ways to turn that smile dial up to the max:
Know Your Carry Distances
So many golfers focus too much on total distances when they head to the range. The only numbers you need to pay attention to if you’re a shorter hitter is your CARRY distance.
Take some time to really work on getting to know these distances. For example, practice comparing how far your driver goes compared to a 5-wood off the tee. Often the carry can be more consistently long with the 5-wood for some players.
Choose Your Golf Course Wisely
Picking the right golf course is vital. A course that is too long from the forward tees and packed with long carries won’t lead to you enjoying this game one bit.
For example, if a female golfer playing off a handicap of 26 or more is only hitting their driver 130 yards, then so many courses aren’t playable for them. Many of the female golfers I coach will send a driver soaring with a great strike and be lucky to carry it 90 yards. This can be a huge challenge at many courses even off the forward tees.
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Playing golf and enjoying it is your number one priority, so really think about how you feel after every round. Did you enjoy it? Did you find it frustrating? Did you feel you hit some good shots but it was overshadowed by the fact you are mentally and physically exhausted.
I’d encourage shorter hitters to play from the forward tees whenever possible. This isn’t a vanity show, this is golf, this is your game. I’d also encourage golfers to really shop around when it comes to joining a golf club. Explore the world of golf in your area by playing par-3 courses, or away-days at courses that have adapted tee boxes to suit shorter hitters.
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