Common Amateur Golfer Mistakes That's Making You Shoot Higher Than You Should
Professional golfer Genevieve Ling identifies common course management mistakes that prevent amateur golfers from shooting lower scores. She provides actionable advice on club selection, managing uneven lies, and overcoming the mental hurdle of water hazards. The video emphasizes playing to your skill level and 'taking your medicine' to avoid compounding errors.
When hitting off slopes, favor putting the ball further back in your stance to ensure better contact and anticipate a lower flight.
Stop overestimating your distance; choose a club that gets you to the green on a 'miss' rather than one that requires a perfect strike.
Learn to 'take your medicine' by playing safely out of trouble instead of attempting high-risk hero shots after a mistake.
Avoid 'swinging away' from hazards; getting tense and defensive usually results in a worse shot than swinging freely.
Treat every putt with equal importance regardless of length to improve focus and reduce pressure on shorter attempts.
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