Shot types and swing mechanics
A drive is the first shot played from the tee on a par-4 or par-5 hole, typically hit with a driver (1-wood). The primary goal is...
A chip is a short approach shot played from near the green, where the ball is lofted briefly into the air and then rolls toward th...
A putt is a stroke made on or near the putting green using a flat-faced club called a putter. The ball is intended to roll along t...
A slice is a shot that curves dramatically from left to right (for a right-handed golfer). It is one of the most common problems f...
A hook is a shot that curves sharply from right to left (for a right-handed golfer). While it can be problematic when uncontrolled...