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Hideki Matsuyama is leading The Sentry at the halfway point of the start to the new PGA Tour season.

Adjusting the format to the Tour Championship is among a handful of potential changes under consideration by the PGA Tour, a source told ESPN.

Instead of hitting multiple shots consecutively with the same club during your practice sessions, simulate real game scenarios by alternating clubs after each shot. Here's why and how this technique can elevate your golf game:

Why Rotate Clubs?

1. Mimics On-Course Conditions:

   • On the course, you rarely use the same club twice in a row. Rotating clubs helps you practice adapting to varying distances and lies, just like during a real round.

2. Improves Mental Focus:

   • Switching clubs forces you to reset your aim, stance, and swing thoughts with each shot. This enhances concentration and helps build a reliable pre-shot routine.

3. Enhances Decision-Making Skills:

   • It challenges you to think about shot strategy and club selection, which is crucial for lowering scores.

4. Prepares for Variety:

Polar vortex and amber warnings offer a chance to take in a rich library of recent docs and 2024 recaps that include a film on Scottie Scheffler's 2024 and the Curtis Cup.

Tom Hoge rode the momentum of good golf on his way to a 9-under 64 for a one-shot lead at The Sentry after the first round of the new PGA Tour season.

Key dates and other storylines as an outstanding 2025 schedule commences in Hawaii. Plus, remembering Steve DiMeglio.

Putting is often the difference between a good round and a great one. Here’s how to hone your skills on the green:

1. Develop a Consistent Routine

• Establish a pre-putt routine to align yourself mentally and physically.
• Practice reading the green, setting your stance, and visualizing the ball's path before every putt.

2. Maintain a Light Grip

• A relaxed grip helps promote smooth motion. Tension in your hands or wrists can lead to jerky movements.

3. Focus on the Stroke, Not the Hole

• Concentrate on making a smooth and steady stroke rather than obsessing over the outcome.

4. Keep Your Eyes on the Ball

• Avoid the urge to look up prematurely. Watch the putter hit the ball and trust your line.

5. Practice Distance Control

• Work on lag putting by hitting balls to various distances. This helps minimize three-putts by leaving the ball closer to the hole.

6. Read the Green Properly

• Assess the slope and grain of the grass. Look from different angles, especially uphill or downhill.

7. Putt to a Spot

• Instead of aiming directly for the hole, choose a point on your line that the ball needs to roll over.

8. Use the Right Equipment

• Ensure your putter fits your stroke and feels comfortable. Test different styles if needed.

9. Practice Short Putts

• Short putts (3-6 feet) are crucial for scoring. Practice these regularly to build confidence.

10. Stay Calm Under Pressure

• Develop a positive mindset. Visualize success and approach every putt with confidence, even in high-pressure situations.

Mastering putting takes patience, but consistent practice and focus on technique will turn this part of your game into a strength.

On the final day of 2024, we look back at some of the favorite courses our staffers played over the past 12 months.

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This tip for high-handicappers and beginners was one of our most popular of 2024, and it's an easy guide for a proper setup position.

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“Winter rules,” which are known in the Rules of Golf as Preferred Lies, are covered by Model Local Rule E-3. Here's what you need to know.

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If there’s one thing I like more than a brand-new pair of shoes, it’s saving money on said purchase. After spending years searching for the best places to save on golf apparel and shoes, I’ve narrowed it down to my top five.

Looking to buy brand-name golf gear for discounted prices? Here are the five best places to buy cheap golf apparel and shoes.

1. Ross

My all-time favorite place to buy cheap golf apparel and shoes is Ross. Much to my wife’s chagrin, I frequent the local Ross, always on the hunt for hidden treasure. In this case, the treasure is $35 NIKE golf shoes or $19 Under Armour polos.

If you’re patient and willing to sift through hoards of apparel, you can almost always find a great deal on golf apparel, even if it’s last season’s style.

2. Marshalls

No. 2 (but more like 1B) is Marshalls. Where Ross is great for brands like Callaway, Under Armour and NIKE, I often found more premium brands on sale at Marshalls (G/FORE, Holderness and Bourne, Greyson).

Norwegian star Viktor Hovland's status for The Sentry, this week's PGA Tour season opener in Hawaii, is uncertain due to a broken toe. He also said that he is no longer working with swing coach Joe Mayo.

Want to have your big breakthrough next season? Learn to dial in your practice sessions with these four tips.

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Nestled in the low country of South Carolina is Yeamans Hall Club. It awed me with its views — and unlocked striking memories, too.

The post Why this low-country gem was my favorite course I played in 2024 appeared first on Golf.

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VIktor Hovland kicked a bed AND announced a coaching change. Scottie Scheffler got glass in his hand. Golf's image radically changed. And more.

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New Zealand has honored golfer Lydia Ko, 27, with one of the country's highest civil honors by making her a Dame for her services to the sport.

This story about Phil Mickelson's ball-striking tip was one of our most popular instruction stories in 2024.

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The 2025 PGA Tour kicks off its season with the Sentry on Thursday. Here's how to watch on ESPN+.

Fred Couples smashing the stigma of having too many hybrids was the most read equipment story on GOLF.com this year.

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