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Hitting a Blind Golf Shot

October 6, 2007 | under Beginners, Golf Tips |

I am sure many beginners have been in a situation when you are hitting a blind golf shot.  Shooting for a target on the golf course that you cannot see, due to trees or other obstacles, can be extremely frustrating.

Since it is difficult to determine exactly where to aim, you have to either walk or drive up to see the target to get a better estimate. Next, find a spot where you can see both the target and your golf ball.

Look for a midway target on the ground, or close to to the ground, and make that your target.

If the target is located at the other side of a hill, walk or drive up to the top of the hill. Next, find a tree, preferably one that stands out and grows in the background right behind that target. When you are ready to take your shot, aim for the top of that tree.

If the target is round a dogleg, then the best choice would be to play an approach shot.  However, if you really want to draw or fade the ball round the dogleg, then you may want to walk up to the open area where you can see the target and determine the degree of draw you need to make.

If you are stuck in a tough spot, such as trees or bushes, but have a small passage out to the fairway, your best option is to hit the shot as close to the ground as you can. Your ball should take a low, fast hop, and then roll on the ground back into the open space and onto the fairway.  In this situation, the best is to playa safe shot.

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  1. Hitting a Blind Golf Shot on October 6, 2007 10:01 am

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  2. Mike Pedersen Golf on October 6, 2007 10:43 am

    This is a great tip for most golfers as we don’t know what to do in this situation, that can happen at least once per round. Very nice!

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