How to Hit a 6 Iron Only - Course Management 101 at Horizon Hills

I tried to break 80 using only two clubs - a lofty goal that almost came true if it hadn't been for some mental errors. While playing and just having fun with it, I learned more about course management. I love to hit the 6 iron it is my favorite club. This is how to hit a 6 iron only and use a putter to manage a golf course. Most people would be well to do only two clubs.
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THINK! COMMIT! HAVE FUN! ROCK ON!
Do you notice a better quality image? I bought an iPhone to provide you playas with a better experience. I love you all. I also love to show how to hit a 6 iron all day.
It's so important to have a course management strategy when you play. It's equally as important to have a playing objective. In this round, mine was to play away from bunkers or I would be screwed. But I forgot that a few times and the results were what you'd expect.
I used one golf club for all shots in this one guys. I chose my 6 irons because it's my favorite and took a putter along because I was having so much fun learning how to putt. The greens at Horizon Hills in Johor Malaysia are some of the truest I have played on in the region.
I hope you learn something from this two club challenge and I hope I get a chance to shoot another one and maybe take a lob wedge or sand wedge with to help out in the tricky spots.
Enjoy and like share, subscribe. Let's continue growing the movement and keeping more playas on the course, more often, having more fun!
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[@beatsbypher]

... the caddies had a fun day, "I would go with the 6-iron for this shot Matt,.. ok, the putter would be good now" :)

[@mcfly2727]

Whadda course, whadda two clubs whadda playaaaa!👍

[@garyrae5413]

That rake though!!😫. Another insightful vlog Matt many thanks,really look forward to these and I'd say this has become my go to golf channel..👍🏌⛳️

[@GolfSidekick]

Thanks playa! Smashing baby!

[@TheBobgoose]

hahaha just pissed myself watching in bed hahahaha

[@kennyallan5113]

Hitting the Rake, now that was funny...

[@leoncoertzen1649]

Bwahahahahah.....I nearly fell of my chair when the ball hit the rake - waddarake

[@leoncoertzen1649]

Rake it UP!

[@GolfSidekick]

waddarake indeed! Laughing at others misfortune is so bad Mr Leon. I do it too though so we're both in trouble I guess.

[@leoncoertzen1649]

Golf Sidekick I was so focused on the game, the rake took me by surprise! Keep sharing, your vids is awesome - Rake it UP!

[@scaborough817]

definitely agree with this we have about 40 guys play a tournament with only a 7 iron and it's amazing how well we can shoot when you don't worry about what club to hit, it's become my favourite mid iron because of it

[@deldridg]

Well - 30 mins after watching this I went out to my course armed only with a 7i and played the first 10 holes. I'm off 7 and tend to use up 3-5 of my strokes on the front 9. Well... I hit Bird, Bird (*tweet tweet*), Par, Bog, Par, Bird, Bog, Bog, Bog (3 very long par 4s), Bird for 1 over! Wow!!! It's been years since I did this and you've totally inspired me to do it more often. What a wonderful new perspective on the game. I will give it some deep thought and reimagine my course strategy now. Awesome stuff and thank you great man of coloured hat from the land of the giraffe! Cheers from the land of the kangaroo and idiot politicians - Dave

[@gregherman7906]

Your putting has improved light years. Well done, friend.

[@4Stanzas]

Dang! Another thing in common! I walk 9 holes at least three times a week here in South Carolina: Winter Summer Spring and Fall. Two times a month, I play the nine with only my 7-iron. I clip my little club brush onto my belt loop, grab my 7-iron and go. It helps me to see the course differently, and to appreciate the benefits of shortened play by keeping the ball safely in bounds. It truly does make you more wary of bunkers too, and makes you finds ways to set up a bump and run chip. Fortunately, I can use my seven out of green-side bunkers: open the face really wide, using an almost vertical swing straight down into the sand. Works pretty well. I also putt with the seven... just for kicks. The funniest part about it is that I have more chip-ins during those rounds than a regular round, and far less double bogeys.

[@leightonkekuewa4066]

Matt, I'm so glad I stumbled upon your videos. Love them! I'm learning a lot from them. Thanks!

[@sycadelic666]

So... shot an 83 today. Best I’ve ever shot, especially being on the hardest course in the area. Even had an old-timer as a witness! Lol Stuck to my strengths and no hero ball. All course management. Big ups. Keep the content coming.

[@GolfSidekick]

Wadaplayuh Well done sir! What an achievement!! I can smell the 79 from here. Beer tasted good today I am sure

[@sycadelic666]

Golf Sidekick Nailed it. lol. I played a round solo and shot a 92. Took an hour off in the clubhouse and joined up with everyone on the course afterwards. Shot my best score ever and it wasn’t about making technical improvements in my game. Just confidence and course management. Confidence with what your comfortable with. No hero ball!

[@sycadelic666]

All praises the the Heineken Gods! 🙏

[@GolfSidekick]

@@sycadelic666 that to me sounds like golf enlightenment achieved! Next step, even higher level thinking. Coming soon playa. So much content so little time!!

[@GolfSidekick]

By the way, if one can shoot an 83, that same one can shoot a damn 79. But no rush, process process process.

[@manbearpig7359]

You sound like one of those wildlife show presenters. Just waiting for something like "and the lion stalks the wilderbeast in complete silence, whilst I quietly pick up and eagle on the 9th...." 😂

[@edwardpentney8007]

Great Video and with playing with limited clubs. Remember Seve started with only a three iron that was gifted to him. As a result, he learned how to play many types of shots with one club. What a player he was !

[@RD-hy7pv]

Your videos are absolutely amazing!!!!! They help so much 👌

[@adolfozayas3359]

Easily one of your best videos. Keep em coming

[@drzlife9756]

I recently walked a course so to offset the weight of beer I only took 5 clubs, 3h, 6i, PW, 56 sandy and a putter. I noticed when having no indecision on what club to play you can just focus on what you need the club in your hand to do, not what the other club in your bag could have done for you. I swung with confidence and no regret in club choice and played well and enjoyed the heck out of my round.

[@GolfSidekick]

Clearly a golfer who has had a glimpse of enlightenment. I think that the analysis paralysis and indecision associated with all the choices makes people lose their minds. Great comment

[@danielflores6136]

Wadddaplaya!!! Great video. You have really stepped up production and visual effects since you started. Keep up the great work Matt.

[@dank454]

Best video man loving the new content keep EXPANDING

[@donkoo7687]

Great video! Entertaining and insightful. Keep up the great work!

[@luke2183]

Whattaplaya!! Nice round Matt 👌keeping hitting em pure

[@coreyl6221]

Totally tried this tonight but with a 7 iron as that is my fav. Before the rain came I was playing bogey golf which I am usually just under. Might've been the last round of the year but so glad I did this as it was fun & totally played out to what your preach.

[@floriskorsen3943]

Once again a great video. You help me so much with these practical tips. With your help I already dropped a couple of points on my handicap

[@tigermajor9467]

Great Video , Great Soundtrack ! Thx Matt :)

[@mattihelenius2]

waddamanagment!! awesome vid again Matt!

Oo this course is just SUPERB! Was playing here month ago in WAGC final. Love it!

[@mythbusterman8541]

Excellent videos sir. I played my first round since watching your videos and had 41 stableford points off 17 handicap and I’d say I hit 1 good iron shot in the entire round all really did was hit soft drivers to keep the ball in play and putted very well .

[@azri79]

Nice video.. And I love the humor!

[@deldridg]

Yes - excellent vid. I'm off to do the same at my home course - 7i only. A 6i from a greenside trap scares the panties off me. Love your work mate and cheers from Sydney, Aust - Dave. "Meeeester, you so hansum." hehe - bet they loved your hat! :-)

[@SharperGolf]

LMAO when that ball hit the rake. Great video.

[@manbeast713]

Love your vids man really helping my game!! Loved this vid, can’t believe how well you have played with a 6 iron. 6 iron is possibly my favourite iron along with sand wedge for sure!! You should come and play in Middlesbrough UK show me how it’s done!!

[@acrobaticfish]

This channel is subtle genius.

[@GolfSidekick]

jimbob Subtle????? Lol kidding. Thank you my good man!

[@ANZFishing]

That’s outstanding, thanks Matt :)

[@oldgold5848]

Waddaplaya.....great again Matt

[@ianwoollard2063]

When you hit the rake! Golf is awesome but also cruel 🤣

[@ageclipse]

This is already my favorite video by you! Wadaplayah!

[@GolfSidekick]

Thanks playa

[@OakBarrelTravel]

I am Going to try This with My 5 wood and a 56 degree This looks like alot of fun Cheers Matt Great Video as always

[@ackanunu1310]

great video as always

[@nickcronin9254]

Going to try this after lock down. Rake part was hilarious. Great idea though!

[@Webpixum]

Great challenge! I've been working with my 7iron.

[@HughRogers609]

Our social group play a 3 club game every Christmas, in perfect West Aussie weather. We get about 30 players, from low teen and higher handicaps. Many shoot their handicaps, or nearer than they do with a full bag. I won it one year with a 40 stableford off 21 , playing a 4 hybrid, 9i and putter. I peaked early. Most years my usual is near 100 score, which is the same as a full bag.

[@lincthesinc1283]

Really nice golfer, love your videos

[@DanTwigGolf]

thanks to some of your tips, I've managed to seriously improve my own game. The tips about course management and your mentality have been extremely helpful.

[@GolfSidekick]

Im very happy to hear it and stay tuned for even better even bigger things!!!

[@blake60ah41]

I’ve played every hole with 7 iron or less, and it really helped with finding the center of the club face. I’ll have to give it a go again

[@bryandoyle3092]

Keep em coming... love the vids

[@GolfSidekick]

Yes sir!

[@tonymiddlehurst8438]

I'm definitely going to try that 4 clubs + putter thing. Have been thinking about doing it for a while. I'll try 4, 6, 9 and 56.

[@vocher38]

Rake shot was so funny Matt ROFL.

[@JoeHan]

whadda rake hahahha that hitting the rake part got me geekin

[@gavindavis4252]

I've tried something similar only using 5 clubs, not been brave enough to try 2 but I'll give it a go!

[@PkGam]

This is really impressive! It's better than most players that play with a full set actually.

[@theswedishgolferchannel1186]

I enjoyed this episode! Great creativity! Intro was 🔥 Playing with a caddie must be a treat! Your voice sounds a bit David Attenborough-ish 👍🏻

[@abnrangerjapo]

Very cool video!

[@PatrickDespain]

This is a great instructional video. If you break this down into the most simplistic ideals of golf, it makes total sense. "I have a club (6 iron), I have 143 to the center of the green....how do I make this work? (Thinks, sees it, commits) Okay, let's do it." Brilliant!

[@GolfSidekick]

Essentially that is what we should be doing. There's less lack of commitment when all you have is a club or two. There's no doubt in the mind thinking about the 7 or the 5 being a better club. More stuff coming to hopefully address more mind game thingies

[@paulchambers5022]

Great video and thought provoking. What would I shoot if I didn't use my driver 🤔🤔

[@TheShivedj]

Brand new to your channel. Definitely unique and different, and I like it! Keep it up, cheers!

[@GolfSidekick]

Thank you B&B - let's hope we can keep growing the movement to better scores worldwide!

[@henrygrand695]

The ONLY time I've broken 80 was when I played with 3 clubs. Driver, 9-iron and a wedge. Whaddaday!

[@manbeast713]

Also, you putted so well!!

[@Thundawich]

Great vid again. I reckon I'll have a crack at this game, I'll let you know how it goes.

[@norms4831]

Good strategy and I've adopted more of what you say, hitting less clubs but with more confidence. Did not get out this weekend but will play on Friday of this week. I always have a plan for every hole, I sometimes get in to trouble with the execute part, or lose focus and waste a shot with a bad chip or send a putt 10 feet past. Hybrid, 7/8/9 iron with two wedges is pretty much what I'm down to, unless the hole is WIDE open then I'll hit driver or three wood. I'm better than I was at the beginning of the year, and you have helped me get there with just THINKING on the course! Keep it up and hard luck with that rake shot! WHADDA RAKE!!!!! 7.5K!!!!!!!!

[@GolfSidekick]

Wadanorman! Have you received the book yet? It should help with the separation between thinking and executing

[@norms4831]

Tis still in shipping from California! Should have it this week - glad to hear it will help with just execution as clearly that's where I get hung up sometimes.

[@pekkalaaksonen8384]

Awesome!

[@FritzCasperfujimo]

Coin tracer. Bomb. love it

[@UncleDanBand64]

I used to play every Monday and Tuesday morning with just a 5 iron. Not even a putter. I'd putt with the 5. I usually scored better than with my bag. My normal bag is driver, 5 iron, 9 iron, putter. So I'm a minimalist at heart. I think I'm going to try it with a 6 or a 7. I've been thinking about making a magnetic putter face that would just stick on the iron. That way a couple of balls, one club, and a magnetic putter face. I could really enjoy my walk👍

[@GolfSidekick]

This is genius. I love it and report back

[@UncleDanBand64]

@@GolfSidekick will do brother. When I get it done I'll shoot a little video of it. One thing is for sure... Your caddy would love you long time 😂👍

[@BaldyFella]

Great VLOG Matt and fair play to you for taking it on, we have an annual trophy which is 2 clubs plus putter. I took 4-hybrid and 8-iron. I did okay, just struggled out of the bunkers, plus it pissed down and my wet weather gear was in my bigger bag (doh). I struggled witn an 8-iron out of the bunkers. If I did it again, I reckon I'd go 6-iron and gap wedge.

[@GolfSidekick]

I reckon I am going to do this again because I left so many shots out there because of the sand. I reckon easily a 79 is doable.

[@trevwells948]

superb video once again...as someone else posted here, you have a really good game anyways, but its great to see you push yourself and I love the strategies you apply, I'm learning a lot from you.thanks.

[@GolfSidekick]

Thanks sir. Did I ever mention I was a downhill luger? I tried stand-up skateboarding but that was scary. Easier doing 75mph on a luge than 50mph on a skateboard. Those were the days.

[@trevwells948]

@@GolfSidekick that's amazing ! Full leathers ? I've never tried it but would love to have a go. Keep up the brilliant videos they are really worth the effort. T

[@johnkervin9503]

I've been considering adopting the 5 or 6 club philosophy for a while now and this might be the tipping point. I enjoy how simple it makes club selection, and it makes you be creative with your shot selection. The putting on the front 9 was excellent Matt, and it was fun seeing the draw shot tracer all video! Excellent music as always- if you ever need original music I might be able to help you out.

[@GolfSidekick]

Thank you sir and give it a go - see how you do! Thank you regarding the music. How can I contact you?

[@johnkervin9503]

@@GolfSidekick email me at [e-mail]

[@tonymiddlehurst8438]

Genuine LOL on the rake.

[@reuk]

Aaahhh the Horizon Hill. Waddaplay Waddashot

[@Daleshouse]

I'd like to try playing a round like this, at a course with ALOT less bunkers....

[@starman6092]

Me and my buddies are going to take the 4 club challenge next week to spice things up a bit.

[@Indycrr]

I have done this many times with a 7i and putter. It’s a lot of fun. And when you beat someone with a full set of clubs it is quite satisfying.

[@GolfSidekick]

It's extremely satisfying! We halved the game against the two British fellows.

[@blendering3D]

waddarake! hahahahaha, man you made my day

[@JezFTW]

Inspired to try this my next round, thanks playa!

[@GolfSidekick]

JJ, its gonna be fun and youll learn a TON about yoir game, and take away a lot of ideas for managinf yourself around a course with a full bag. You may never play a full bag again!

[@JezFTW]

@@GolfSidekick So I tried this with a 7i at the weekend at a par 3 course that I've played several times before. There was so much to love about the round. I didn't hit anything above a 5, and got a new pb for the course at 78, down from 86! What I loved about the round was how every hole was fantastic practice for my short game and putting. Most holes I ended up short, meaning I could experience some pressure chipping and putting, forcing me to think carefully on these shots to keep my score low, yet the approach was always pressure free as I could swing away and know I'd hit it fairly straight and consistent with my best club. Looking forward to trying this at my home course now, and getting my playas involved! Thanks Matt :)

[@margincall2598]

great up and down from 170y

[@afizahyusoff4920]

somehow u make golf is fun!!!😆

[@juhanj7909]

I think you should bring out a golf bag with "your best shot can be your best shot ever" written in massive capital letters. that one statement has helped me so much to never give up on a hole and enjoy golf. so what if your are reloading again for the 3rd time after putting a few oscar bravo. you still have it in you to play your next shot well, forget about the score and then later over a beer you can think of how you actually did well to make a 4 with your 4th ball (even though the medal card would state a 10 )

[@cookieman136]

These videos are great. I’m learning golf and would much rather watch you than someone “on the tour”.

[@GolfSidekick]

That made my day. Thanks sir

[@tonyduff7054]

thanks for all your videos. im going to try this with my 7 iron its my favorite club. let you know what the result is. shot a 91 today best score for me this year 5 rounds in. Im going to keep watching you are really lowering my score. thank you! before your videos I rarely broke 100 now im always chasing breaking 90 thanks for course management and just playing to my comfort level.

[@GolfSidekick]

Waddagamechanger!!!

[@FredCDobbs-er4qd]

When I play a round with one club, say the hole is a par 4, all I want to do is keep the ball out of trouble on the drive, hit the second shot so that I have a clear run at the green for my third and get the ball somewhere near the center of the green in three. I usually shoot around the same score as when I use 14 clubs....amazing.

[@GolfSidekick]

Brilliant and yes this is usually the case - it's so freeing

[@gregpfaff8060]

Hitting 6 iron out of high lip bunkers? I think Seve would have a tough time. Waudda playa!!!

[@kevinmichaelx4894]

I may try this some day with a 7 iron and add a 58 degree. Don't want to punish myself too badly. Should definitely be good course management training.

[@kylee2039]

What does BDE stand for love the videos

[@JeffJefferyUK]

14:29 ACTUALLY a laugh out loud moment. So funny

[@jacobmyers7566]

Love the coin tracer lol

[@lhv3936]

My favourite club is a putter, my second favourite a sand wedge. It would take 5 strokes to reach a 370 yard par 4!

[@drzlife9756]

that damn rake.

[@TylerWeber65803]

If you make it to OREGON, I will be on a beat 100 video. Great Stuff.

[@GolfSidekick]

If you make it out here, I would love to have you on one. Pity our South African passports are a bit tough to get to the states on. Such a mission for a visa. But maybe one day.

[@gerryfinn8646]

Interesting vlog Matt. I play a half set during the winter as I use a carry bag then. I don’t particularly see a big difference now that I’m back to the full set and trolley. I’m probably more inventive with the half set. 🤓

[@GolfSidekick]

Most people will play to their handicap or better with 6-8 clubs. It is science!

[@osu7898]

My grand father talked about his friend who played every round with a 7 iron, pw, and a putter shot in the 80s all day long.

[@blendering3D]

"three of those and one of these still make par" Walter Hagen

[@wildforthecats661]

Hitting the rake 😂

[@mcfly2727]

ABP soon?

[@kingrex1931]

Pretty amazing, if you throw out the two triple bogeys, he was seven over on the other 16 holes.

[@IamRayz]

Finally new shoes!

[@GolfSidekick]

Old ones smelled so bad, I couldn't in good conscience get them on the plane in my hand luggage so I tossed them out.

[@tavarua18]

Ive been intrigued by the idea of doing this for a few years now, but watching you do it and score so well and have fun with the wonky stuff (flop a 6? 97 yard punch over water?) has made me decide 100%. One big question: how did you decide to select a 6? Is it your favorite iron? Did you look at the course and find which iron would add up the best on par 3s? Or did you prioritize a club long enough to give you a chance on the par 5s? Seems like you hit a 6 about 185-190 if im not mistaken

[@GolfSidekick]

6 iron is based on my favorite club, reach all par 3's with it and most par 4's on the white tees by looking at the distance of most par 4's on the card: usually 350-380 yards, Give it a try. It's so much fun

[@ianbutch1]

👍👍👍👍 8 iron for me

[@bruceallen3858]

Next time out I will go with 5W-6i-9i-putter. Here’s hoping to eschew damn bunkers!

[@GolfSidekick]

No worries with a 9 iron you can get out easily with a 9 my good man. Good luck!

[@mattparsons946]

Am I the only person wondering “why the putter, Matt?” You’d be better off with that 6 and a lob/sand wedge. 😀 Amazing run, either way.

[@bruceallen3858]

And just for the record … that admonition of yours to equally split the 2nd & 3rd shots on a par 5? Strategy gold. Utterly stress free hitting a full 7i onto the green *when*you*just*hit*one*3mins*ago!

[@GolfSidekick]

Thank you sir, I wish more people would listen to it! Not always to equally split them. Depends on your comfort level. A 5 iron wedge split is fine too if you're confident. But most people I reckon 7,8,9 and wedge is gonna be best.

[@xXchaosassXx]

I stay in Malaysia and would love to have a game with you! Could really learn a whole lot from you if you’re up for a game! Could I contact you personally when you’re in malaysia anytime soon for a golf game?

[@GolfSidekick]

[e-mail] We can probably schedule a game in October or november. Shoot me a mail.

[@seancoxe3577]

During walking season here in Southern Arizona (Oct.--Apr.), I carry a Sunday bag with six clubs--and usually score better than I do with my full complement of 14. Kinda depressing, in a way. With your length, Matt, an eight iron and a putter might have worked better. (And, yes, the rake shot was worth the price of admission!) And did we actually hear YOUR voice a couple times during the video?

[@GolfSidekick]

Sean Coxe Yes sir, one day there may be a video of me actually talking. But for now, I like this format a lot. I love my friends voice. When I get into on course in play strategy I will talk more

[@seanmcmenamin788]

Hole 13..... why greenside rakes go in the bunker....

[@WeathermanMilSim]

Imagine the impact you had on the playas with you that day...