Finally conquer those tricky 30-yard shots with a few pointers.
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It's not the most exciting type of golf practice – that's why many beginners just don't work at it – but spending time putting it within 30 yards can be a big difference when it comes to posting low scores.
As a Canadian for a few weeks visiting my wife's family, I was able to get into a golf course within walking distance of our house. So every night for the past few days, I've taken a few clubs to sneak onto hole number 2 to practice the short game.
Since I'm trying to hit sunset, it's no use bombing it off the tee or playing a full hole, so I just send about 30 yards from the green and hit all different kinds of shots.
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From funky shots to booms and runs, I've been experimenting with the most familiar clubs from this 30-yard mark. From there, I can make a game plan and relax if I find myself in this situation during my next round – as the moment is not a strong point for me.
While I'm scrambling to get out of the house every night, a recent conversation with GOLF Top 100 instructor Dom DiJulia reminded me that everything I do has to be intentional — especially when I'm practicing my 30-yard shot.
So if you're looking for ways to become a sniper within 30 yards, look below to learn DiJulia's four simple techniques you can use.
Use these 4 techniques to drive your shot 30 yards
“Golfers who hit the greens well know they've hit it close to the pin from 30, 40, or 50 feet,” DiJulia said. “Players with this kind of skill around the green can do the same thing off the green, usually hitting it closer to 30 yards or more.”
According to DiJulia, a good touch from the 30-yard mark all comes down to hand-eye coordination.
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“The same part of the brain that a fielder uses to throw to first base also helps the golfer get the ball closer to the hole once he's in the 'red zone' on the golf course,” he adds.
Even if you don't have the best hand-eye coordination, it's something that can be improved on those tricky 30-yard shots around the green — you just need to have the visual and mental cues to help, DiJulia said.
“Go to a short training session and use four simple pointers in the game the end of your routine – 'target, ball, go, there,'” he instructs. “Doing this will give you a rhythm and improve your tempo, making sure you can see where you're trying to hit your shot.
“These four techniques also force you to commit to the shot, inviting your inner athlete to take over — while allowing you to get out of your head.”
The photo below shows the procedure to be used for high shots 30 yards.
Photo by Dom DiJulia
1. Objectives. When you're ready to go, look at the last target to visualize where you want the ball to go. This will program your brain, telling it exactly what you want to do with the shot.
2. Football. Once you have your mind set on the goal, look back at the ball, focusing on making contact with the ball first to ensure it leaves the clubface cleanly.
3. It depends. Use this as a guide to start your conversion. It is your fuel as you start the car engine.
4. There. The last cue allows you to hit the ball to the target.
While it may seem complicated at first, DiJulia says practicing these four cues on the 30-yard shot will help you stay focused, maintain rhythm, and improve your tempo as you approach the putt.
“The use of the 'target ball' helps reduce your last-minute concentration before hitting the shot, while putting rhythm into your routine,” DiJulia added. “The use of 'go-there' shows your swing where you should be hitting the ball, while improving your tempo – and keeping your eyes on the prize…getting the ball closer to the pin.
“When you use all four of these techniques together, this combination will put you in self-drive, allowing your athleticism to shine.”
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