Settle in. Let’s talk golf.
If you’re new to golf, it’s tempting to think this:
“If I could just hit the ball farther, I’d score better.”
I thought that too.
It turns out… I was wrong.
Distance is fun.
But scores drop somewhere else entirely.
The Brutal Truth About Scoring
Most amateur golfers:
• Lose strokes inside 120 yards
• Miss short putts
• Take extra shots around the green
Meanwhile, we obsess over drivers.
Golf is backwards like that.
Where Beginners Actually Improve Fastest
1. Putting
You’ll use your putter:
• On every hole
• Multiple times per hole
Shaving one putt per hole is 18 strokes per round.
That’s not theory – that’s math.
2. Short Game (Inside 120 Yards)
This includes:
• Chips
• Pitches
• Wedges
• Bunker shots
These shots:
• Happen constantly
• Require feel, not strength
• Improve quickly with focused practice
3. Keeping the Ball in Play
A straight 200-yard drive beats a 260-yard drive into the trees every time.
Consistency > power.
What to Focus on First
If you’re limited on practice time, prioritize:
1. Putting
2. Short game
3. Controlled tee shots
Distance comes later – I promise.
The Shift That Changed Everything for Me
Once I stopped chasing distance and started respecting the short game:
• Scores dropped
• Confidence grew
• Golf became more fun
Be honest – how many minutes do you practice putting compared to driver?
Exactly.
Drop a comment and tell me what you’re working on most right now.
Real Talk. Play Better.
Effort builds results
