Welcome to Play Smart, a regular GOLF.com game-improvement column that will help you become a smarter, better golfer. I’d always heard that Parker McLachlin, aka the Short Game Chef, was a genius ...

When it comes to the short game, it’s helpful to clearly define the shot you’re trying to hit. Golf terminology can be confusing — and often inconsistent — so having simple definitions makes ...

There's no cooler short-game shot than a low-spinning pitch that stops on a dime. What's the secret? You can learn it with a simple drill. Get into your regular pitch address position. Place your ...

Having a solid short game requires plenty of practice and good technique. The reality for many high-handicap or average players is that they are missing both of those ingredients, which is keeping ...