The 40-yard wedge shot over hazards might be the hardest shot in golf, since it requires masterful trajectory and precision. Golf instructor Anthony Wik advises considering club choice, bounce, and ...

On wedges inside of 50 yards, the best way to alter the trajectory is to focus on where your hands finish in relation to your body. When your hands stay in close (above, top), you’ll hit a higher shot ...

Poor contact with wedges is a real score killer because these are the shots that you’re supposed to hit close. Good ones lead to par saves and easy birdie putts. Unfortunately, many amateurs don’t ...

Most amateurs mishit wedge shots by pushing their hands too far forward. Golf coach Anthony Wik shares some golf swing tips to correct this, and says that using the club's bounce prevents from digging ...

Welcome to Play Smart, a regular GOLF.com game-improvement column that will help you become a smarter, better golfer. One of the best ways to shoot lower scores is by taking advantage of your scoring ...

There’s a critical question often overlooked by golfers: Are your wedges truly helping your game, or are they holding you back? Too many players suffer from a mismatched wedge setup, costing them ...

We've all been there before: you're sitting pretty in the center of the fairway, 95 yards from the green. It's a perfect yardage for the three-quarter swing. You address the ball, make a good pass, ...