Golf
Worst-Ball Short Game Read
Conservative shot selection
8 min
4 spots.
Beginner
Why this drill
Train shot choices that keep the next shot easy.
Setup
Drop two balls at each of four short-game spots.
How to perform it
- 1Play both balls and continue from the worse result, choosing shots that leave the simplest follow-up.
Key feel
Take the shot that removes disaster, not the one that looks best.
Success cue
Fewer situations where you leave yourself an impossible next shot.
Recommended reps
4 spots.
Progression
Add a short putt to finish each situation.
Common mistake
Playing the hero shot because it worked once.