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Course management is one of the most underrated skills in golf. It is the ability to think strategically about each hole, choose the right club, and play to your strengths rather than just swinging as hard as you can. Great course management can lower your score by several strokes even without improving your swing. The best golfers do not always hit the longest drives — they hit the smartest ones.
| Strategy | Description |
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| Know Your Distances | Always know exactly how far you hit each club. Use yardage markers, GPS devices, or rangefinders to take the guesswork out of club selection. |
| Play Away from Trouble | Aim away from water, bunkers, and out-of-bounds. A safe shot in the fairway is always better than a risky shot that could cost you two or three strokes. |
| Think Two Shots Ahead | Plan each shot based on where you want to be for your next shot. Course management is about the big picture, not just the current shot. |
| Read the Green | Study the slope and grain of the green before putting. Take time to walk around and read the putt from multiple angles. |
| Title of Video | Link to Video |
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| Golf Course Management: Think Before You Swing | link |
| Tiger Woods: Course Management Secrets | link |
| How to Read a Golf Course Like a Pro | link |