3 Things I Do To Shoot Lower Scores

[@peterfinchgolf]

Thanks for watching everyone. I hope you are STAYING SAFE AND WELL ❤️

[@md329]

Loved this, only been playing a year and I’m obsessed. Watch every video you upload. I really struggle with what shots to play where so would love to see more in depth videos, please 🙏🏽

[@mikenomikos9040]

Can I make it a par 12 instead? Lol great content!

[@lukewillems5241]

Golfsidekick is the baus of course management. Give him a watch!

[@luhannbrink]

In South Africa we are still not allowed to play golf! I am going insane!!!!

[@KelvinSoFitness]

Turnt my par 4 into a par 8 worked a wonder

[@firemedic105ns]

Same. Lol

[@dandemmings9023]

My favorite course management tip is one you mentioned. Play the hole in your mind from the pin back to the tee. Picture the approach shot you want to leave and execute the tee shot.

[@G_F1]

Love the addition of the graphics with wind patterns and slope, as well as the hole maps. I really enjoy this format of interjecting the course vlog with bits of advice or reaching points.

[@drew20238]

Peter - great video once again! My tip that I use on approach shots is to assess the hazards and play the shot to take them out of play, even if you mishit. If there are bunkers short of the green, take an extra club so even if you mishit it, you are still in the centre, but if you flush it the worst is you are on the back but have a playable shot. Thanks!

[@scottcross3252]

This is one of THEEEE best golf videos out for sure ...I always enjoyed playing , generally shot 95 -100 , never practiced really but just enjoyed time with mates , but during the pandemic decided I should at least try ...started with putting and started with the putt out aid....and omg it's helps ....back to this video , I have been adding that one shot and chasing bogeys ...what a difference....shot 84 this week...just with those two additions ...

[@FiftyLibros]

I loved this little video. So important to keep your cool while playing. I've been focusing on that lately and it makes a world of difference.

[@puttwatch]

The tip that I started to take with me during every round: envision every shot as well struck. I kept telling myself I was going to make flush contact on every ball. I played a tournament with a friend last week, we're both around 15 handicaps but we won serious dough and I swear it was calmness and confidence.

[@stuartholmes6262]

Great to see Matt and yourself out on course together again.

[@stevienixx9380]

Tip I got off my dad when I was younger, break the course into 6 lots of 3 and work out what you’d expect to score. It then gives you a target to aim for throughout your round and can help take your mind off your overall score as some players (like a younger me) struggled when going from a general knock with mates to a competition with a card in hand.

[@firemedic105ns]

I really like this idea. A good idea to be sure. He was a smart man

[@kylemuller7932]

I love the simple things in life! Best tip I've ever been given was not to fight your game. Play to your strengths rather than what would work best on the hole.

[@speedreader2660]

6:30 time to teach Pete some meteorology! Wind is interesting in that it can be blowing in different directions at different heights. The cloud movement will occasionally not tell you wind direction at ground level because of this, so don’t rely on that so much!

[@stevevaught234]

Glad to see your out with Matt..keep it up

[@jeffusgailmorris9500]

Great advice, for me it's concentrating for more than one hole and I trouble mapping my round at my home course, but away from home I normally take my time and seem to play better. MAD GAME.

[@drywater_]

Best course management tip I've heard it to have a go to shot off the tee that is much more controlled than just ripping driver

[@wesleystewart5606]

I really enjoy your attitude Mr Finch, thanks.

[@seldon750]

I really enjoyed this video. This will help me focus on where I need to hit. Thanks to you both.

[@gazr99]

Best course management advice I know (don't always use) is we're not pros on TV or KZbin, aiming for the centre of the green is usually the best option for approach shots

[@thestandardmanual3446]

Love this video, please do more of these type of videos Pete

[@danielcohen3159]

Staying patient and keeping my temper under control on those stretches of poor play is something I'm trying to work on. I would love to be able to do that more consistently.

[@calpian54]

Loved the video. Was cool to see you just talking thru how you get around the course. Great job.

[@mr5039]

Course management for me: chip it within 3’ so I do not 4 putt.

[@caseymunns5301]

Have never related to something more. 110% why I work on wedges so much 😂

[@matthewofriel8370]

Best on course tip given to me. Just hit every shot like its your last. I took it one way trying to hole out but my coach spit wisdom. I tried to git every shot like trying to hole it. He said hit every shot as it may be your last.... 15 years later it clicked . people take life for granted. And i was that dude

[@sampogson4707]

Love the simple things in life. Glad you enjoyed playing at our club. Some great advice.

[@DavidGonzalez-so1eb]

Thanks for the tips folks!

[@ethanmcpherson6960]

you and shiels have me quite alot about golf. i appreciate your videos mate

[@ianlawrence92]

You’re right about the “add the shots on before you tee off” Pete. I do that a lot and it takes a bit of pressure of you playing that hole then. And you normally hit the ball better because you’re more relaxed.

[@peterfinchgolf]

Defo 👍

[@robp2158]

My tip is grip. I had a wicked slice that I've cut down on with a simple grip change. My club face always seemed to be open but with a grip change, I'm hitting the ball straighter. Being right handed, I adjusted the grip so I can see my knuckles on my left hand more. Works for me.

[@danielgoose3543]

I love the simple things in life ❤️ loved the video by the way

[@adolfozayas3359]

Great videp. One "tip" that has helped me is adding a stroke to each hole...similar to what you said about make a 4 a par 5. So i play the course on the card instead of par 72 i play par 90. Relieves some pressure

[@jbspullins1725]

great video, I enjoy the build the bag series and the club testing but really get the most out of the on course vlogs and teachings .

[@christophertarr3835]

And yet again another quality video from Mr Peter Finch💥

[@matthewpalmer8241]

Hi Pete, loved this! Question for you, I'm a 15 handicap but I am regularly parr'ing about 9 or 10 holes on average a round and then catastrophe happens and I have 2 or 3 blow up holes. Any tips on that?

[@jamiemcdowell7404]

Great video going to be thinking of this when I play

[@InternationalPsycho]

Gave this a try my last round and it worked a treat. I normally shoot between 85-90 and this time I was just +3 after 15 holes played and ended tieing my lowest score of 81 (had a couple of unfortunate shots on 16 and 18...). Still, great advice, thanks a lot!

[@danwallis1984]

Good tips. My tip is that i work out the yardages that leaves me a full club into the green. So i can leave myself a 100 yard full swing wedge or a 140 8-iron (I dont have the control to hit an accurate 3-iron into the green!) Then plan what clubs to hit to get me there. Great when you know you can't reach a par 4 in 2, just take 3 full iron shots instead. Makes avoiding traps better too. Means i can afford to hit an iron off the tee rather than a driver and not have a difficult half swing in or hit from trees or something. Last time i played l did this and shot a very respectable +13 which was fantastic for me because it got rid or the silly double and triple bogeys i normally see on my card.

[@jdivadwillis]

Great tips thanks Pete!

[@keithstarnicky6993]

The course mgmt tip I mainly try to follow is pick the short iron/wedge you are best at(most accurate) with a full swing, then on par 4's & 5's, try to position your approach shot to be on the fairway at the yardage for that club.

[@Birdiesandpars]

I love the simple things in life. Great video as per usual Pete 👍🏻

[@sviljoen1]

it’s so nice to see you guys playing fun golf together again 😉

[@bogetostart9550]

Quality stuff Mr. Finch. A little course management advice is always appreciated. Especially coming from such a legend as yourself😉

[@zakboffey8728]

I love the simple things in life Ps thanks for the clubs they have made my putting so good

[@aaron5keaveney]

I love the simple things in life xx❤️ Also can we all just appriecate that matt actually has such a nice tempo in his golf swing

[@Slicktycoon]

Hi Peter, I'm a 5.6 handicapper. My on course handicap at my club is 7. So I ideally like to play to my handicap as often as possible. So a 79 is a good score for me. What I do to achieve that is break down the holes into 6 chunks. With that mindset, at worst, I aim to get 1 over par across 3 holes. I find that it's too difficult to think about 18 holes at a time (scorecard pressure). This also helps me to kick on if I fall behind, e.g. If I score 2 over in a chunk, I really focus on shooting level par in one of the next tranches. It does suck if I run out of holes though 😂😂

[@Ecclestone71]

Nice Vid! Best Advice was, aim for the good miss. That means depending on my swingpattern I look for the best spot near the green I can easily chip to the hole and have a good opportunity for an up and down when I miss it. 2nd On Par5 laying up to distances I have a full swing with my wedges and feel comfortable. 3rd identity pinpositions on the green u can and are able to attack otherwise aim to center of the green.

[@garybrumley3519]

I love the simple things in life. Mostly, I just want to keep it in the fairway. A piece of advice given to me early on, and when I had a strong slice, is to tee up on the right side of the tee box and aim towards the left side of the fairway. The spot should be far enough away that should you hit it straight, it will still be in play. If you hit your typical slice, your ball won’t be so far off of the fairway. Used that for many years. Now, mostly, my tee shots do hit the fairway, or just off.

[@tuckerdaily4812]

thank you man i really like the tips and advice

[@lukehosman]

Peter, I’ve learned to not only plan out a hole but also to mentally play each hole before I even arrive at the course looking at the wind forecasts and knowing my usual misses. Even though you plan out each shot and hole, only focus on the shot you’re on. For instance, don’t dwell on, “if I get up and down, I’ll make par and only be 2 shots off the lead”. Instead, focus on what you have to do swing/set up wise for that one particular shot. In other words, don’t get ahead of yourself. I’ve shaved a few strokes off my index by merely thinking instead of feeling and reacting on the golf course.

[@paulspencer8308]

Course management is really the key. At the start of the winter I was 24 handicap so got 6 holes where I got 2 shots. I used to stand on the tee thinking " I can get big points on this one" and go for it usually making a mess and coming off with a single point. Started playing them to boggie. Scoring more points and ended up seniors winter league champion and 2 strokes off my handicap 😁😉

[@k-nick97]

I love the way Golf Sidekick teaches course management. Stress-free golf. 1. Don't try to play like a tour pro (or get mad when you can't) 2. Play the shots you're comfortable with. Don't try to invent one you've never done when you find yourself in trouble. 3. One bad hole doesn't ruin a round, one bad shot doesn't ruin a hole. Fight to save every stroke you can.

[@telmore117]

Still learning the game but I don’t get upset with a bad shot. I look at at what I did wrong and try to fix it. But I also get excited about my good shots. I know that if I keep working on my game it will get better.

[@brotherjoseph13]

Love the simple things in life.

[@cupofjoe2562]

I’m somewhat new to golf, and I find that playing best ball in a pair or group of 4 is more enjoyable and helps me to improve my game more than if I played my own ball.

[@pacino8612]

Good stuff. We need a full course vlog though Pete! Cheers

[@xboog1ex]

Great advice

[@Groz18511]

Matt is an all round nice chap when he's playing well. When he's not, he's a sassy Sally, and it's hilarious!

[@theohuioiesin6519]

Great advice. Thanks You !

[@gordonmcshannock4610]

Good vid guys big fan of both u guys keep up the good work.

[@michaelscore6763]

Nice to see Matt Fryer matchin with you. He is for me a excellent player with a overview about the game. Your tip to study the scorecard and looking for the difficulty of every hole is (for me!) not improving my strategy. The reason is simpel: Nobody knows the benchmark for the selection of the difficulty. Is the brutto score or the netto score the fundament for the judge? A Par 3 210 yards with water, bunker and slope in the green is a very heavy par for me, for a hcp 18 player it is a simpel bogey. If I miss the green, I have maybe a problem, the Hcp 18 player arrives in two shots and makes two putts for bogey. On the most golf courses this typ of hole are rated not very heavy so that but for me it is. On my home course the challange tour played a few events and after this the rating of every hole was changed on this results who are played by the tour pros. This is a fair rating, but not normal in golf.... Have fun and stay healthy!

[@hanwalter4065]

“Make golf easy.” Favor holding the ball up against the wind, lay back if it means you’re hitting to the widest part of the fairway, favor the middle of the green, and if you have to punch out, go for an easy shot while trying to shave as much distance off as possible. -advice from my first playing lesson

[@geoffwinn3884]

If I’m playing a course I’m not familiar with or haven’t played for a while, I’ll go onto the course website and look at their hole pictures and yardages, or if they have a flow over video that’s a great way of getting to understand the holes

[@stegmannkruger8949]

I love the simple things from life!

[@joerodriguez325]

Coming in from insta and love the simple things in life

[@oli266]

Thank you P Finch, great video 👌

[@michaellepatourel2148]

Great vid Pete.....a full 18 hole vlog about course management would be great, especially if its a course you haven't played before

[@karlcole7329]

That ball flight on 29 seconds 😍

[@blue24563]

The DG Guide to Course Management Course Management can be broken down into three objectives: 1. Hit the Fairway For effective course management you first need to know your carry and total distances with each club, then use a rangefinder to measure distance to hazards from the tee. Then you need a course guide to look for the wider part of the fairway, which most holes will have. Most hazards are set up to catch wayward driver shots at 230-250 yds. Use your shot shape and the right club to avoid the hazards. You'll be much more likely to score lower from the fairway. 2. Hit the Green Rather than trying to get as close to the green as possible, aim to set up approach shots you know how to hit. You need 3 or 4 'go to' approach shots that you have practiced to death on the range. I have a three quarter swing that has become very consistent. I hit the PW 100yds, the 52 degree 75yds and 58 degree 50yds. Distance control is key - you don't have to hit as far as you can with the shortest club possible, just the right distance you need. With such short distances, you'll never be that far off line with a decent strike. Most greens have a 'short side' to be avoided, but will have a larger, flatter part as well. Some pins are to be aimed at, others are not (even for tour pros). Where the pin is on the large, flatter part of the green, aim right for it. Become familiar with the slopes and where the easiest putts are and use them to your advantage. I'd prefer to leave a 20ft straight uphill putt than a 8ft downhill putt with 3ft of break. 3. Put the Ball in the Hole Spend at least 50% of your practice time chipping and putting like mad. You'll get there!

[@adityasuryadanahartojo8615]

I love the simple things in life!!

[@bigdogpete43]

Hybrids helped me more than anything. Ditching the long irons made me much more consistent.

[@iaingrieve3264]

I love the simple things in life xxx

[@richardpeat3327]

That little ripper at 0:26 😍😍

[@liamhack6]

Thank you for the birthday upload Peter! Much love from junior

[@N0d4chi]

Another vid from a great golfer and great inspiration =)

[@1augustt]

I love the simple things in live

[@Martyn-rn7ec]

Good advice there Peter, look at your handicap and plan your way around the golf course, Simples (if only)

[@kymstock1852]

Golf Sidekick videos for course management are good entertainment and you learn a lot. emotion management tip : SW factor. Some will, some won't, so what! Next shot.

[@cmkeenan1904]

I went out for my first round today, was very rusty, great video

[@peterfinchgolf]

Thanks bud, it’ll get better

[@michaelsettle913]

What a nice tiger stinger draw on that one dog leg left! impressive.

[@brettmclucas5872]

Always played with a draw, for over 30 years. So I generally set up on the left hand side of the tee (right handed) to give myself more room to hit a fairway or green.

[@richardvalentine4133]

I play on a very hilly and often very windy course. I am a right handed 15 h/c, my tip is when playing into the wind. I grade the strength in terms of clubs, I.e. A strong wind is a 3 or even 4 club wind, in other words if the normal club is a 9 iron for me and the wind is very strong, I will use a 6 iron or may be even a 5 iron.

[@golf8ict943]

Great Video again Pete 👌💪

[@markderby9416]

Great video Pete course management that goes out of the window on the first tee ha ha😂

[@thomascrawford6968]

I love the simple things in life ❤️

[@lukefisher7890]

I used to hate hitting into trees from tee box. Then i learned to tee it up on side of tee box where trees are. Aim on opposite side of fairway of the trees. Learned to do a fade from that.

[@jasonstutzman9094]

I always try to set up my shots so I can "open" the green to my approach (i.e. give myself the most green and least hazards to work with). I play with so many other amateurs that dont even consider this concept

[@aaronconsaul6645]

Nice putting guys

[@guilbault1164]

I love the simple things in life!

[@tomcharlesworth9687]

I’m a 19 handicap at the minute. So I play every hole as a bogey hole which helps me a lot !

[@brettharris628]

First tip for course management is dont use clouds to judge wind direction as the higher in altitude you go wind can change direction which is why sometimes you see clouds going in different directions

[@jakemartinez1354]

Love the videos Pete! Can you do more course vlogs???! Keep it up!!

[@peterfinchgolf]

Thanks Jake

[@billystephens3149]

I love the simple things in life! ❤️❤️❤️ xxxx

[@ryansmallbone431]

Took a few mushrooms today and finally worked out that the point is to start square and return to square and golf is easy

[@rheffner3]

I caddied for a pro a couple of times. And one of the most important things I learned was how they play the hole backwards. Us average golfers just get up on the tee with a driver and whale away. Then, on a par 5 for example, we whale away with a 3 wood. Let's say you hit both of them perfect. Now you find yourself about 70 yards away. One of the most difficult shots in golf. A pro, assuming they are not going for the green in 2, would want their 3rd shot from a distance that they are really good at. Say 110 with a sand wedge. Really a good lesson to learn. Play the hole backwards.

[@glennwatson3313]

I love the simple things in life, like a solid thwack of a well hit ball.

[@paulharrison5584]

Fryer is sneaky long isn’t he, he doesn’t look like he really goes after it but booms it. Enjoyed the vid again, course vlogs always my favourite 👍🏻

[@jjboomheimer7847]

For me it's just taking my time with the putting. Saves me 5 shots a round when I remember to do it!

[@ethanpearson7461]

One of the things I do is look for the yardages for the front, middle, and back of the green depending on the position of the flag, I know my ball wont stop or roll back like the pros so I can have my ball run up to the flags

[@ashwinumans9982]

Coming in from Insta and I love the simple things in life

[@justinmun5982]

Comin in from Insta! I love the simple things in life 🥰🥰

[@fraserboklach2729]

My coarse management is takin the driver out the bag . Irons and hybrid are usually bang on but seem to have a 30yd slice with the driver that just wont go away