Golf Fundamentals & Techniques

Master golf fundamentals and techniques with our thorough guides — from swing drills to equipment care, rules, and handicapping.

Which Junior Golf Tips Actually Work? A Top Teacher Separates Fact from Fiction

Cameron McCormick ranks the most common advice junior golfers receive, revealing which tips help young players improve and which ones hold them back.

What Makes the Ideal 4-Wood? Breaking Down the Category Confusion

The 4-wood slot is more complicated than it looks. Here's how to figure out what configuration actually fits your game.

The Upright Putter Revolution: Finding Your Perfect Lie Angle on the Green

As golfers refine their games, many are discovering that an upright putter lie angle could be the missing piece to lower scores on the green.

When Your Playing Partner Hits Your 'Lost' Ball: A Rules Drama Unfolds

What happens when a fellow competitor chips your ball thinking it's theirs? The rules are clear, but the outcome stings for everyone involved.

What Chris Gotterup's Homegrown Swing Teaches Us About Playing Our Own Game

Chris Gotterup's unorthodox swing has earned him three wins in 2026. Here's what his unique approach teaches us about embracing our natural game.

What Jack Nicklaus Taught Me About Aging Gracefully on the Course

The Golden Bear's 1995 wisdom on playing great golf past 50 remains as relevant today as it was when he shared it with GOLF Magazine.

Why Your Range Swing Disappears the Moment You Step on the Course

That beautiful swing you grooved on the practice tee has a habit of vanishing when it counts. Here's why the transition feels so jarring.

What 30 Minutes with Bob MacIntyre Reveals About Modern Golf

Scotland's top-ranked golfer shared his practice tee secrets, offering insights that blend traditional links wisdom with modern performance science.

Ben Crenshaw's Timeless Wisdom for Finding More Fairways

Ben Crenshaw's Timeless Wisdom for Finding More Fairways

The two-time Masters champion's advice on trajectory control and equipment choices remains as relevant today as it was in 1981.

The Five Shots That Will Crown a Champion at Shinnecock Hills

The Five Shots That Will Crown a Champion at Shinnecock Hills

Shinnecock Hills demands a complete arsenal. Here are the shots and skills that will separate contenders from pretenders at this storied U.S. Open venue.

The Art of Effortless Golf: 9 Ways to Lower Your Scores Without the Struggle

The Art of Effortless Golf: 9 Ways to Lower Your Scores Without the Struggle

Discover how smart choices, proper technique, and a relaxed mindset can transform your game into something beautifully uncomplicated.

The Art of the Fairway Finder: When to Leave Driver in the Bag

The Art of the Fairway Finder: When to Leave Driver in the Bag

On narrow courses where accuracy trumps distance, choosing the right club off the tee becomes a strategic art form worth mastering.