One of the most overlooked fundamentals of the short game is understanding the different types of release patterns that various shots require. Or as GOLF Teacher to Watch Parker McLachlin puts it, ...

Welcome to Play Smart, a regular GOLF.com game-improvement column that will help you become a smarter, better golfer. I’d always heard that Parker McLachlin, aka the Short Game Chef, was a genius ...

Most golfers are so focused on swing mechanics, especially to get more distance off the tee, that they don't spend near enough time working on their short games. Think about it: If you could be just a ...

Jordan Spieth’s short game was one of the highlights of his most recent PGA Tour season. He’s built a reputation for pulling off some remarkable shots around the greens, with several moments standing ...