Mark Twain famously said, “Golf is a good walk spoiled”. However, no matter how poetic a wordsmith can paint the game to sound on paper, actually stepping out onto the course and playing can be incredibly frustrating. It would be nice if everyone had a personal caddy to suggest the correct club for each shot, but unfortunately this is not the case. You will need to learn better club selection if you want to become a better golfer. Keep reading for a handful of useful tips.

• If you are shopping for a new set of clubs, it may be helpful to consult a more experienced golfer or pro shop employee. These pros will have up-to-date information regarding the newest clubs available. Also, they will be able to best determine which clubs will suit you well.
• Buying a golf club is an investment, so consider having it custom-fitted to you. Golf clubs are not “one size fits all” and should be chosen with extreme care based off of style, physical aspects, and playing method. Having a club that has synergy with your body shows in your improved swing.
• If you don’t have practice time, try working on the short game. Focus on your chipping abilities and putting skills. The higher your skill levels are on the green, the better your scores will be. If you find yourself with a few more hours, then begin incorporating wedge practice and 7 iron shots.
• Having good grip can help you have a good golf swing. A decent grip on your club can help you hit various shots. It’s crucial that you have a good glove-hand grip, as that will help you to hit much better shots.
• Avoid tensing up before you address the ball. A lot of golfers do so, and it has an unwanted affect on their game. Maintain a loose structure and keep yourself relaxed in order to strike the ball properly and powerfully. Make sure you are not stiff!
• If possible, watch and golf with stronger players to observe their technique. A golfing buddy or peer can be an improvement for your game on several different levels. You mustn’t engage a pro so you can benefit another player’s comapny. All that’s required is watching a good player as they play. Learn from their presence, such as how they handle themselves, the directions of their visual focus, the art of their swing, and how they carry this from hole to hole.
• Hybrid clubs offer the best of both worlds, improving shots for golfers of all levels. Hybrids are built with club heads that are larger than irons, yet they are more controllable than wood clubs. They may be the best thing to happen to golf in decades.