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Shortgame Disaster

Divotmaker77

By Divotmaker77
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Divotmaker77 Well Established Member

Divotmaker77

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Just wondering some remedies others of you have done to fix this problem.

I by no means had a great short game.  That said, I never had the yips.   That is creeping into my game now along with poor chips, terrible putts, etc. and worst of all the shanks.  Anything 100 yards in has become a complete disaster for me.

I worked myself down to a 11HC, but it seems this entire golf season has been beyond pitiful.  I have not broken 90 all season and I know I am leaving at least 10 shots by just plain terrible short shots.

I have spent more time practicing on the greens the past few months and it is not helping.

Any ideas out there from those of you who have had this happen that you were able to overcome?   It has simply made golf no fun at all for me and I am now on the course wondering why I continue to play this game.


vo-man Well Established Member

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Sounds like it's time for a tune up lesson with a pro.  My long game went south on me a few years back and after a lot of frustration I took a couple of lessons and ironed out the problem.  It's always good to have someone else, who actually knows how to analyze your swing, get you back on track.


DirtCheap Dedicated Member

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Start playing par 3 courses where everything is 130 yards and shorter and the greens are the size of your livingroom carpet.
You're short game will improve in just a few rounds... Or you'll get frustrated and quit the game completely.

On my tombstone: "If this is the worst thing that ever happens to me, I'm doing just fine!"






 


Beachcomber Super Member

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Originally Posted by DirtCheap

Start playing par 3 courses where everything is 130 yards and shorter and the greens are the size of your livingroom carpet.

I like this idea.

1.) Playing an executive course can be a great way to tune up your short game.

2.) Plus, forwhatever reason, when I play an executive course - I don't get all worked up and place so much pressure on myself to score.

3.) Just go out and have fun and enjoy the game again.  Sounds like you're placing too much pressure on your game.

If you are against the executive course idea... Then hit the practice range.

1.) Hit nothing by wedges.

2.) Keep your head still - do not move it.  Very critical on both putts, chips and pitches.

3.) Go get a short game lesson from a Pro.

OP... The Short game is 90% confidence - and it sounds like you are severely lacking confidence based on your post.

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