3 golf shots you NEED to master now

[@RickShielsPGA]

JOIN THE *#1KCLUB* (First 1k comments & likes will be entered into a exclusive prize draw) Q: Which golf shot do you struggle with the most? *If you are NEW to my channel SMASH that subscribe button to stay connected!*

[@MikeAirOne]

Rick Shiels Golf I tend to blade the floppy shots - any help on that? Do I flick my hands to much on those? Do you not move your wrists on flopshots at all?

[@TractionPhoto]

Rick Shiels Golf 30 yard shot where I want it to roll out. I always come up short.

[@ParkourandFlipdVlogs]

Rick Shiels Golf you are the best and I would like to enter you competition

[@TomNicksFix]

Rick Shiels Golf my short game needs serious work

[@lukemazzanti5154]

Driver accuracy. Still too much of a risk/reward shot for me, and forces me to hit 3wood off the tee too much.

[@ilcugginocanadese]

I don't know what course he is on but his rough is smoother than our fairways in Canada...

[@CoDiStHeOdIs]

For real, I played a course on Friday where the greens looked like his fairways

[@JoshL077]

we have a geese problem too LOL

[@The-ct1xq]

He’s most likely at Marriott Worsley Park near Manchester, England. That’s his home course

[@sweaterbros2891]

Hahahahahah

[@justinhall2711]

Hahaha!! I like Canada, but I love America.

[@Gatorbaight]

Rick you are BY FAR my Favorite pro to watch for lessons and tutorials!! My game has improved vastly and so much more enjoyable and confident since watching your videos. I’m in my 50’s but it has culminated with my first Hole In One on Christmas Day ! A 140 yard Par 3 with my 7-Iron, with techniques Ive been practicing from your videos! And now I feel like the next hole in one is possible every time I play 😁. Thanks So Much Rick! You’re The Best👊🏼👍

[@mikecrowley9773]

This might be your best instructional to date. Very well made and useful!

[@ryanmcilmurray1862]

I definitely struggle with the bump and run most.

[@panjifig3097]

To be honest, your tips in this video really helped me in my game yesterday, especially your bump and run trick with 8 iron. Great job Rick!

[@CountryRoadTV]

Love your teaching vids! By the way, great job on Driver vs Driver 2!

[@JefferyScottFitness]

Nailed my first birdie last weekend using your 8 iron bump and run technique. Ran right into the hole! Thanks Rick love the videos

[@Jimmy-2-Times]

The 3 shots i struggle with the most is.. anything off the tee.. any iron shot and any putting shot..apart from that im ok 😆😉👍

[@ericwilliams398]

Oh those damn 3 shots. You and me both brother. I’d be scratch otherwise too

[@benjaminhogan3157]

....ping pong...less frustrating...

[@wolfman6252]

Don't be so hard on yourself!

[@trythinkingforachange4201]

Take a couple of weeks off, and then quit.

[@markjob7736]

@@trythinkingforachange4201 LMAO!! 😝😂😂

[@UAINTKIDDN]

Rick, I appreciate you showing where your ball actually lands. It allows me to really understand how difficult the shots can be.

[@WyoWrestleRef1981]

Great video and actually had used 7 iron for years on some shots around the green, but went out today and the 8 iron idea from a little farther back saved me 2 strokes in 9 holes. Thank you! This is a fantastic video and greatly appreciated

[@jamesk84]

Rick! You read my mind. Just back from a round and was thinking I need to improve my shots from just outside the green. Will have a practice this weekend. Love the vids. Just got into golf myself and your tips are invaluable!

[@martijnnooij5617]

Well done Rick. I practice a lot on these shots and it really helps lowering my scores.

[@Golfpervs]

Thanks rick great tips taken 4-5 shots of my handicap in 3 months 👍👍👍

[@AlexMcf]

Daunting would be Cindy Lobber because there is always the chance you blade it. It's a shot I've always loved, and am pretty comfortable with. The bump and run is something I have always struggled with - I can't seem to control distance. I will give 8 iron a try next round.

[@benstephenson72]

Just came back from playing a round and I watched this video before and used the 8 iron tactic and it worked well as i got 2 chip ins with that tactic

[@CB-rv2lj]

Im starting to use a lower loft shot as well and I'm having much more success vs. using my 58/52 degree.

[@dummy999]

@@CB-rv2lj i always use my 58 with the ball on my back foot with much shaft lean and compress the ball and i find it to be consistent and easily controlled. using 7/8/9 seemed to be more unpredictable for me personally.

[@trentsimmons343]

You might want to go pro if you follow instruction that well.

[@pauldimarco9718]

I really enjoy videos. I’ve been on a long hiatus from golf due to raising my kids. My youngest has begun to play. We are both benefiting from your videos. Thank you

[@tomkrigby]

Really helpful, thanks Rick, I’m just about getting over a bout of the yips so this was well timed.

[@robertpeters6923]

Great content actually used all three the other day to help shoot 79. Been watching you for years have used many of your tips, thanks for what you do.

[@HIblue187]

Very nice short game tips. Thank you. I have a hard time with the 60 degree wedge...usually get little distance.

[@markgraf6723]

Birdied on a par 4 today using the 8 iron bump and run. Thanks for the advise! 👍

[@waynemccauley]

If anyone is in doubt about this video it's proper helped me so much. I started doing shot 1 about 5 months ago and it really does work. Didn't take massive amount of practice, it just worked straight away for me. Its got to the point where I now have so much more confidence around the green now. This is such great tip for mid to high handicapper. I've been doing lot of work on my game with Pro at my club but not needed to do much with him on my short game. I can get up and down so much more since I 1st saw this video. My favourite thing I now do is tapping in with my iron after I've got really close. This video can really help your game!

[@cstates1982]

Love videos like this! Great work Rick! I honestly use my 60 degree all around the green. I do flop a few shots when sitting clean on the short grass. I need to try this 8 iron trick!!! Thanks!

[@vujevic]

Look up the rule of 12 video on KZbin. You can easily determine which iron to use for which bump&run. A few factors determine which iron, but shouldn't always be an 8

[@AustraliaUnmasked1984]

I used to own a lob wedge. Didn’t use it much. Once it got me out of a tight situation where I shot blind out of the trees and onto the green for a par. My friend was surprised and straight away asked what club I used to pull that off.

[@paulh7589]

A putter usually has a 2 to 8 degree loft, use it. you can skip over dodgy grass and get rolling and never worry about 'fat' or 'thin' shots. Most of my off the green shots are closer than a wedge. Just a thought. Have fun, friends.

[@bmw328i8]

That’s what I do as well!

[@jimcorbett5417]

Rick ive been watching your videos for a year now and dropped my handicap from a +28 to a +8, and i thank you for sharring your vast knowledge on technical applications and club selection. Thanks again for being my online golf guru!!!

[@brandonbrame1171]

163 dislikes? People are stupid! This is one of the most beneficial videos for me that you have made. Thanks for great content!

[@davidflint2386]

163 people who didnt use the tips, and havent lowered their scores.

[@universalchiro]

Tips 1 and 2 shaved about five to seven strokes off my game. I could always count on going back and forth from one side of the green to the other, and often I would use my putter no matter how far off the green I was to prevent the three foot chip or the skull chip that rockets across the green. Lol. Now I've actually gotten several up-and-down to the surprise of my nephew. Lol. Thank you.

[@randymahony8157]

Great video Rick, everyone needs help in the short game. Loved the driver vs driver! Keep them coming.

[@benjamintoups953]

Hey Rick. Loved seeing you on driver vs driver. Thanks for this. I use a 60 for everything 80 yards in and this variety will help to have more options around the greens. Thanks again man!

[@richardanthonygilbey]

No1-The drive No2- The fairway iron No3-The putt

[@vivekgovekar6342]

8 iron bump & run - got it! Use it often! Gotta work on the rest ThNkx 😊

[@swisstrader]

If second shot didn’t hit the flagstick it would have been 20’ past😂

[@lkjh00on89]

That's why aim is crucial!

[@swisstrader]

lkjh00on89 its not just about aim///its about distance control AND direction

[@TigerMarine62]

That's why he said to use a more lofted club when closer.

[@marcus_s]

I know right, that was terrible example lol

[@dalebosch801]

At least 20 feet.

[@nancyslocum2176]

Hi Rick, I've been learning a lot from your videos. Previous to this one, I watched your 5 tips for fixing a slice and was able to correct the slice I've had my whole life (I'm in my 50's!). So, thanks for that! You asked in this video which shot I found most daunting. Definitely #3 - the high lofted chip. I've never used my sand wedge except for in a sand trap so that is new to me. I'm going to go out and practice and see how things go. I will probably purchase a lob wedge on your advice. Thanks! I love your easy manner and the fact that you are not arrogant at all (the way many golf pros are in their videos, ugh!). I'm a big fan and love your videos and recommend them to all my friends and anyone I'm paired with on the course if they seem interested. I appriate the work that you do very much! Thank you!

[@LeighBresnahan]

I’m surprised that when you opened the face on 2 & 3 you never mentioned to aim left of target (RH player)

[@stoneseabolt]

I've learned so much from binge watching your videos. It's like still having my own golf pro, but a lot less expensive. I love the videos, Rick!

[@brianr6661]

Use the low lofted shot whenever you can! Anytime I am chipping with my 8 iron it's either going in or its stone dead.

[@vonteflon]

Funny, I don’t recognise your name from the PGA Tour.

[@brianr6661]

@@vonteflon I was in the PGA from 2009 to 2013. I worked as an assistant pro at Walt Disney World Resorts. I have also taught golf in the Philippines and Australia. Don't be a jerk.

[@vonteflon]

@@brianr6661 Decent enough credentials to have an opinion I suppose. Doesn’t excuse the willy-waving though, in my view.

[@brianr6661]

@@vonteflon How can anything that I said be construed as willy-waving? I defended myself against you trying to ridicule me. I haven't done or said anything mean to you.

[@jessearmstrong7214]

I needed that yesterday. That’s what the odyssey tank chipper is for, it’s essentially an 8 iron at 37 degrees with a putter length shaft and weighted grip to give a natural arc like putting. For some reason I kept going to my 53 degree wedge and stuffing it up. This has helped make my approach and club decision easier, thanks.

[@robpottergolf]

I gotta admit, since getting the stronger lofted clubs I struggled with the bump and runs. As you say, I've had to drop to an 8i for the standard type. It's just a psychological thing at first, getting it into your head that the 8i is a 7i etc. If anything it confused me more with wedge gapping.

[@EMD_Ski]

Helps me too...i think the kiss of death in chipping is fear of hitting it too far. Once you start to get tentative those fats and thins kick in. Helps me to use that higher lofted club where i feel like I have to give it some grunt to get it to the hole. Makes for a much more confident stroke. 👍

[@garybrumley3519]

I agree, Rob. I hate that club lofts have gotten so strong. I have actually ordered clubs with 1-2 degrees weaker lofts just to keep the game more consistent for me. I saw a PW listed at 43 degrees recently. Seriously? That would make your gap wedge about the loft of a PW from years past. It does seem that 'players clubs' have lofts that are more traditional.

[@robbieblake5737]

Thankyou Mr Rick Shiels!...I love golf but also love being okay at it!...Not sure what an average golfer is,but up until 6 months ago I was forever scoring 110-125 constantly,(...and swearing alot!)...So I had a local(expensive) golf lesson,but still the same old,same old...I then stumbled across Rick's KZbin channel and slowly but surely I began piecing bits together...I like the way he is easy to understand and so enthusiastic and particularly his reminders to enjoy our golf,I actually feel like he is a friend!!...So these days I am consistently shooting under 100 and more often than not,under 90...However,I still want to keep improving my game fo have subscribed to Rick's channel safe in the knowledge that it will continue to help my game🌞🌞...and for as long as I am on this planet I will NOT be telling my playing partners about Rick's KZbin channel!!😀😀...but everyone else,it is a must and it works👍

[@bryanhansen7968]

I blade it 50% of the time when I go for the high lofted shot. It ends up way further from the green than my attempted high loft shot.

[@mrz1pp1]

Watch Phil Mikleson’s chipping 101

[@michaelzelaskey2127]

Rick, I absolutely LOVE when you do videos like this. I love equipment reviews too of course but I watch all of your golf game help and tip videos and they have LITERALLY taken strokes off my game. Thank you for the great stuff!!! P.S. Driver vs Driver episode 1 was great. Can’t wait for the rest of the season 👍

[@blowfishes]

I have wedges from 46° upto 60° and am rubbish at these shots. As the saying goes, it's the archer not the arrow that's the problem.

[@TIMEtoRIDE900]

More like picking the right bow . . .

[@TC-ps9sd]

I love these short instructional videos. One of your best yet Rick.

[@PaulSmith-qh7ky]

struggle with high lofted shot onto the green!

[@user-wh6sp6st8s]

I'd bet you probably elect to hit it more often than you shoud..but there are several things you can do to make that shot alot easier on you.

[@emikrellik37]

Best tips on KZbin! Easy to understand and never over complicated. Thank you for helping my gold game.

[@khure711]

Phil Michelson chipping advice is the best. 3 steps, 1 ball placement either in front of left foot (lofted) or right foot (de lofted) never between feet. 2 All weight on left foot (always). 3 Quick hitch in back swing, Fast hands through the ball, and club should be straight with left arm through finish.

[@Blackyboi39]

thats exactly what I do and I have been converting 3/4 birdies on short holes this year at my club championship from within 40 yards using his advice getting them to nearly tap in range. Even lob shots are not that hard when you follow his guide

[@Geep1778]

Michelson is a great player but i can't use his method because I struggle to maintain my balance w all my weight on front foot. I have bad flat feet and need both to touch ground... I hit most chips/pitches ball center or slightly back like this video demonstrates. Just because a pro does something doesn't mean there's only that way to be a good player.. That's why experimenting w many ways is the key to getting better and finding what works for you.

[@ldh7395]

I thought this was Ricks video and not Michelsons!

[@any1younger]

I really enjoy your videos Rick, and you come over as a really nice chap - not arrogant and egotistical like ‘the other you tube golf pro’ who seems more interested in himself than the viewer or people he’s with. The information is always very interesting and easy to understand. I especially like the ones with your friend the average golfer. Keep them going please!

[@mangochutney84]

Chipping is the most important part of your game

[@macmoney3389]

You must be playing wrong.

[@davebarley6058]

Love this! Tried it and it does work! Sometimes even in sand.

[@michieley]

I can play al these shots but i always tank my irons of the course

[@anthonysalcido-ss5sy]

Another great great scene! This video will be extremely helpful. As this is the weakest part of my golf game! I really need help in this area. GREAT JOB RICKY!!!

[@drewphillips5143]

“Don’t flick your wrists” flips wrists through immediately after 😂

[@warrenstubbs1983]

Thanks, especially no3. I usually have great practice swings but my real shot on most occasions ends up in bunker, I think I slow down too much. Practice makes perfect .

[@connorfranklin]

Came for the tips.. stayed for the dance moves

[@suzannevancleve6330]

My chipping improved more after watching this 8-minute video, than it has in several HOURS of lessons focused completely on chipping. None of my instructors talked about three kinds of chip shots. And interestingly none of them told me the technique of putting the toe down, or opening up the face, again all depending which type of chipping I needed to do. And, as a girl from California, I do love listening to Rick say “boomp and run.” 😀

[@georgedavis-marks4658]

#1KCLUB I struggle with my hybrid and fairway would shots on par 5’s

[@neilevans7155]

Watched multiple times, still take something in every time. Keep it up.

[@JayB10Caches]

Great tips, these are probably my 3 toughest shots to hit consistently. I'm playing 18 both tomorrow and Monday so will definitely be using these methods for these particular situations.

[@guilhermeseemann457]

Just played golf after 15 years and the tips are very helpfull mate to remember the tecnic, thanks!

[@brenthassingerjr8155]

I used my 8 iron and sank my first ever birdie. Thank you Rick Shiels. Your videos are so helpful

[@CR4SH86]

Nice video Rick. I currently have a 62 degree loft wedge and don't have much confidence with it, but after watching this I'm going to practice with it some more.

[@jafalad]

Thank you Rick - good info. Shot no 2 - key point on the backswing. The clubface needs to fan open as you have done in your demonstrations. If you keep your wrists too firm the clubface tends to remain too closed and you do not get the loft on the chip.

[@erikvandenbroek3498]

Great reminder of the different options! Since I bought my Titleist Vokey wedge years ago I tried to grab it whenever possible. But a simple 8 iron does the trick most of the time... Thanks!

[@andywrench6754]

definitely shot 3 as I always seem to catch the ball with the bottom edge of the club and send it flying! Also the lie of the ball is important as if its sitting up nicely you can easily get the club head under it...have often skied it as a result of that too.

[@peterduffy5388]

Great video which demonstrate you do need the proper equipment which includes a 56 and 60 degree wedge in your bag. I carry a 52 degree wedge also for shots that can be hit without a trap interfering. One other short game shot that is beneficial is the use of a hybrid when near the green but in long grass. A putting stroke with this club can pop the ball out and get it running very well.

[@metagolfer4550]

8 iron, you and OMP are of same mind, I prefer it also this, thanks Rick.

[@andrewlynass6084]

Shot 3 is the most tricky, but as you said you just need the confidence. Great! Video.

[@Chiefwaupaca]

I’m only 14 on my Highschool golf team and this is helping me a lot. Thank you very much I love your videos.

[@geenee3589]

thank you - these are the most frustrating shots for me at the moment - either way too short, or way too long. Time to practice all of these things you just said!!!

[@armadoon3083]

super video Rick ! you are you are one of the reasons i won my first tournament and drop HCP from 54 to 35,5'!! Thanks!!

[@bryandyer3775]

Used my 8 iron today on the bump and run shot and saved 3-4 shots! Thanks! Love the channel!

[@chrikdu]

For now by far the best visualised and easy explained video golf tips.

[@1reklawm]

You mentioned that need for 60 degree wedge I have been laying my 56 degree open for shots like #3 flop. Will I notice a big difference between 56 and 60 in these flop shot situations to warrant the purchase? Thanks again Rick for your great videos you've turned me into a pretty good golfer.

[@owenfrost76]

I love all your vids Rick, but this one is particularly good, because you simplify these very important shots so well! I watched this vid a while back and it stuck with me, and your instruction is always in my set up for these, which massively improved my short game (I used to try and use my 56 for everything round the green, which as you'd guess, led to loads of duff shots!). I just watched this again for a refresher! Keep up the great work, as online golf tuition needs people like you (and Pete of course 😁)!

[@mjconnors8911]

I'm pretty confident with a low chip and a flop. What get my knees shaking is the lofted chips. Your tips make sense. I'll try them next time out. Thanks Rick.

[@conradwales100]

Graphics in your videos are awesome. Quality production

[@corysleeger1574]

Thank you so much for doing this video. I watched this this morning before I went golfing and these tricks came in extremely handy I knew as soon as I was done I had to come home and thank you before I did anything else

[@timwhittles6414]

Good video! Ive started playing the bump n run as often as possible and I shot my lowest front 9 ever last week (+3). The more I try to simplify things the more consistent I play and more sure of my game as a whole. Thanks for the tips.

[@darthravo]

Tried the bump and run a few times last weekend after watching this video, worked like a charm. So much better than using my sand wadge to chip.

[@mattmoore4672]

Very useful video, that lofted chip just gets me every time. Becoming tense from fear of chunking it or catching it thin is my biggest issue. Ever since i switch to chipping with the 52 it has become a little better, but it's nice to see this where you can get more of a mental image.

[@badplus0176]

Rick, your instructional videos are among the best on KZbin

[@intreegue1735]

Good tips Rick. I generally tend to use my 56 and 60 degree around the green. Never used an 8 iron for a bump and run when I’m just off the green. Will give it a go this weekend if the scenario arises.

[@jgnetwork2786]

of all the online golf pros - I find Rick's teaching most helpful and pertinent to my game

[@dgarner5332]

Well presented. Three shots from three different positions and three solutions. Short sweet to the point with good recommendations... I don’t always have 10 to 20 minutes to watch, like the shorter format

[@miguelhoyos8402]

The shot with the #8 help me to realized how to do it correctly. Even though I have been using the 8 to take that type of shot I have been trying to chip the ball instead of doing what you showed us. Thanks

[@vasubhardwaj8257]

Great vid! You help me a lot in golf. I just won a tournament yesterday all thanks to you. One of the best golf channels.

[@kevinbrody1063]

I like how Rick keeps it honest in these videos. I see some instructional videos where every shot is perfect and you just wonder how many edits they do. So yeah, he may be hitting the flag, but I would personally be ecstatic to have that problem. You're the man Rick!

[@derkjanvanveen1202]

Rick. Just started golfing again after a 15-year break. Your content is great and is helping me to get back in the game. Thanks. And keep up the good work.

[@mikecoughlin4128]

I typically have used a 5i where you used an 8 and a 7i if it’s off about 10’. You made a good point about the change over the years in lofts. I might go down a club and see how it goes.

[@MikeAirOne]

This (and the course vlogs) is what I want to see, Rick! Club testing is also cool to see, but these are the videos you‘ll get a big like from me. More pls ;)

[@davepeace4037]

I'm new to golf and your videos have been very helpful. I like how you break things down and are very detailed as to why the ball reacts from different scenarios.

[@kc8923]

Played with people whove used a 7 iron everywhere from 50 yards in and done it pretty well. Works very well in windy conditions and on dry links courses.

[@johncharles4621]

My short game has improved significantly since I started using the 8 iron bump and run. Thanks for that great tip! I need to add loft to the "normal" chip. My gap wedge leaves it running out too much. The lob is definitely the scariest for me and I often mess it up. I think my 60 degree wedge is too much loft for my limited skills so I'm thinking about looking for a 58 degree.

[@johnherman3261]

Rick good vid! These three shots I have every round. Here is a scenario that I have on the course. Ball severely below my feet or above my feet hitting over a green side bunker. Play well be safe!

[@DavidBlack101]

I’ve just bought a 56 wedge after making do with a pitching wedge... struggling with it to be honest! Using the 8 that close was interesting.

[@skithewhitestuff]

Loved the vid Rick. Great advice although I prefer to play the bump and run with my pitching wedge. Most daunting shot for me is and always has been from the green side bunker when their isn’t much green to work with.

[@edwinscox]

A wonderful set of three tips. I appreciate your suggestion to use my 8 iron for the short bump and run, my sand wedge for a more lofted farther out shot, and my lob wedge for the high short shot over a hazard.

[@danielkalinowski5157]

you could alsoo use 56 deg. ball at back foot and delft your club and putter stroke the ball

[@40beretta1]

thanks Rick. Very concise. I think the lofted chip off the tight lie, gives me the most stress. Lob over the bunker to me is not as stressful. I expect it to roll out. If I hit it right. The shot usually finish 8’

[@GolfQuestChannel]

Concise tips are the best. Let's just keep it to what we actually need. Totally agree.

[@BatMan-xr8gg]

I love my Lob Wedge, saves so many times. And I can do that lofted shot well as I practice it and feel confident with it. And the other two shots I find easy as well due to heaps of practice. Makes up for not having much distance with my driver.

[@cesaraguirre5365]

Recently got into golf, love you video man! The most daunting shot was the last shot because I have a habit of adding more power then needed. So I’m my head I’m already hitting it to the end of the green. Aha

[@robertbogdan7058]

I added a 64 degree wedge last year. I've used that club almost as often as any in my bag, putter excepted of course. Highly recommended that everyone try one. It did leave me with a distance gap between my 3 wood and my 4 hybrid (I dropped my 3 hybrid for the 64). But I just choke down on my 3 wood for that once a round shot when I need that exact yardage.