Introduction to Golf.com USA "Avoid Danger Zones, Maintain Aggressive Stance, Smart Layups, No Head Down"

Reducing 'Lost Balls' naturally improves your score. Photo by Golf.com

Reducing 'Lost Balls' naturally improves your score. Photo by Golf.com

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[Asia Economy Reporter No Woo-rae] 'Lost balls.'


It is a moment that all amateur golfers, as well as professional players, want to avoid. First of all, it is a fatal blow to score management. The cost of purchasing balls is also considerable. However, it is difficult to finish one round of golf with just one ball. Even PGA Tour stars lose balls. In the worst case, some players have to stop playing during the game due to lack of balls. Here are "5 tips to reduce lost balls on the field" introduced by Golf.com.


First, avoid high-risk areas such as Out of Bounds (OB), water hazards, and bunkers. If there is an obstacle on the right, aim to the left. If you feel burdened to take a tee shot with a driver, it is wise to choose woods, hybrids, or long irons. This means using all 14 clubs in your golf bag. Smart play is actually the only way to beat a companion who is better than you.


Maintain an aggressive stance (stay aggressive). Every shot needs a purpose. The result can be better than when you aim for the hole passively. A swing without confidence causes crises. Do not be afraid of laying up. Going back with a hybrid or 7-iron on a par 5 hole is not necessarily bad. Although the chance to make a birdie may relatively decrease, it prevents a collapse.



Short clubs are naturally easier to control. If attacking the green is difficult, solve the problem by laying up. Keep your eyes on the ball until the end during the swing. This means winning with consistency instead of power shots. Not only direction but also sufficient distance can be secured. To emphasize once again, 'head up' is forbidden. Erase anxiety about missed shots and focus on every shot. If 'lost ball' remains in your mind, it will have the opposite effect.


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