Difficult shots on Golf

In the case of the difficult shot, the peril is usually evident in the form of a bunker, a water hazard, or a narrow green that slopes away from you. (Not to mention the peril involved if you’re competing in a match.) If you mis-hit the ball, it could end up in the bunker or the stream, fly across the green into the heavy rough, or run across the green into the woods. Dire consequences lie ahead! If you miss the shot, you may lose the hole to your opponent or even lose the match.
Less evident is the opportunity a difficult shot presents:

• Put your practice to work: A tough shot is an opportunity for you to test your skills and the techniques you’ve practiced. You have a chance to “show off.” And, if you can pull the shot off, it may stun your opponent!
• Build confidence: Making a successful shot from a perilous situation helps you build confidence for the next time you face one. Tough shots present an opportunity to improve and gain experience.

Be aware of the hidden peril that each difficult shot presents. Notice the break of the green, the length of the grass, and any obstacles between your ball and the hole, and know the consequences of hitting the shot too short or too long.