I’m going to occasionally write posts with very basic tips for beginner golfers. I’ve received some feedback from visitors asking for more entry-level stuff so I thought I’d oblige and write more about golf basics.
Today I want to talk about club selection. I think a lot of beginners probably struggle with choosing which club to use for any particular shot. There are a few things to remember when trying to pick the right club to use.
The basics of club selection are that higher numbered golf clubs (like your irons and wedges) give you more loft and less distance than lower number irons and your woods. Generally speaking the closer you are to reaching the green the higher club you want to use. If you’re far away from the flag then use a low numbered iron or fairway wood to get more distance on your shot.
As you play more you’ll eventually learn how far you can hit certain clubs and how much backswing you need to get certain distances. It really is about practice making perfect when picking the right club.