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    3 Basic Basic Tips

    Like any other sport, golf has basic rules that should always be adhered to, even if you are not a competitive player and just like to hit a few rounds on the course in your leisure time. It makes the game fair, challenging, and respectful to the other players you are with.

    Here are three such rules:

    1. Do not cheat by switching balls during a hole. The rules state that you must play with the same ball from the tee off to the final putt. Wherever the ball lands on each shot, that is where you play it from.

    2. Always carry a scorecard with you. It is not absolutely necessary, especially if you do not plan on keeping score, but even if not, having a scorecard is a great way to track your progress.

    3. The best way to progress in golf and improve your short game is to compare older scorecards with your current game. In other words, if you just hit the course yesterday, and today bring along that scorecard. You now have an opportunity to look at every shot made an improve on mistakes.

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    Common Short Game Mistakes To Avoid

    By Foursome | April 13, 2008

    Winning in golf has everything to do with improving your short game. Let’s face it, hitting the ball onto the green from the tee is very easy compared to honing in on the various short game shots you will face. Of course having a decent drive is nothing to dismiss but the ball literally just sits on the tee waiting for you to take your swing.

    The short game presents you with the opportunity to face challenges of shots that come with different lies, different shapes, and different lengths. And the more shots possible means the more chances for a misfire to occur. You can begin improving your short game immediately by identifying and staying away from common mistakes that are covered below.Not Making Time To Practice Tough Shots

    Before you confront specific golf shots on the course be sure you have practiced them. By practicing regularly, you build up your confidence as well as add to your options on the golf course. Your self-confidence will let you know when you are prepared to try a certain shot that you have not attempted before.

    Sometimes it is necessary to have practiced a shot before giving it a go in a real game. Just like a football team would never attempt a play unless all of the players are familiar with the routine, certain shots in golf require the same attention and practice sessions. When you have to perform under fire during a real golf game you will be much more confident with your knowledge from being prepared.

    Playing Through The Course Too Fast

    When watching golf on television you may have noticed that the players all seem to be going through the course at a rapid pace. While you should always try to emulate your favorite professional’s technique, never play the course at the same pace you perceive them to be playing at. These talented men and women play golf for hundreds of thousands of dollars and are doing so on private courses which are being filmed for national television.

    By all means play at a brisk pace but slow down enough to take time to read the green, check your lie, and visualize your success before attempting each shot. Learn to prepare for your upcoming shot while the other players in your group are hitting their shots or while you are walking down the course to reach your ball.

    The bottom line is to never hit a shot until you have completely settled your nerves and have painted a crystal-clear picture in your mind of the final outcome. Remember, play the game quickly but never so quick that you sacrifice preparation for each shot.

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