As your coaches, we want to help you develop a short game that consistently lowers your scores and builds confidence. To do that, we'll follow a simple process that focuses on making smart decisions, visualizing successful shots, and selecting the right club for the job. We'll start by considering the risk, reward, and the conditions arounds us-before checking the lie and predicting how the ball will react. Then, we'll choose the club that best fits the shot we have envisioned and execute it with confidence. Remember, technique breeds feel, so as we refine your skills, you'll not only get better but you'll feel more in control. By keeping track of your progress and reviewing your successes, you'll continue to grow your short game and lower those scores. Let's get to work and make your short game the best part of your game!
Bob Miller, PGA Coach
Lisanne Miller, LPGA Coach
"The short game starts where the full swing ends"
About Our Short Game Golf School
"Our goal is to help you develop a short game that consistently lowers your scores and builds confidence. We'll follow a simple process that focuses on making smart decisions, visualizing successful shots, and selecting the right club for the shot in hand. We'll start by accessing the shot - consider the risk and reward, and the conditions around us - before checking the lie and predicting how the ball will react.
Next, we'll choose a club that best fits the shot we've envisioned and execute it with confidence. Remember, fundamentally the correct technique breads feel, so as we refine your skills, you'll not only get better, you'll feel your short game is more in control. By keeping track of your progress and reviewing successes, you'll continue to grow your short game and lower those scores. Let's go to work and make your short game the best part of your game!"
Bob Miller, PGA Coach
Lisanne Miller, LPGA Coach
Professional Summary – Key Short Game Shots in Golf
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Chip and Run – Foundational short game shot; most reliable and essential to master.
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The Soft Lander – Controlled short-range shot; designed to stop quickly on the green.
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High Lob – High-risk, high-reward shot for tight pin positions; requires precision.
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Bunker Play – Crucial to consistently escape sand traps with confidence and control.
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Mid-Range Pitching – Effective flighted shots from 30 to 60 yards; blends power and touch - less than full swing.
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Specialty Shots – Skills for handling uneven or awkward lies; improves versatility.
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Putting – Represents ~40% of total strokes; mastering it is key to lowering scores.
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Golf IQ – Smart shot selection, strong mental approach, and course management lead to better outcomes.
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Equipment Selection – Choosing the right club for each situation enhances shot execution. The right equipment loft/bounce is essential for consist Strikes & Flight.