Real-World Examples of Better Shot Selection

Put the idea on a real hole

Better shot selection shows up on ordinary holes. A crosswind tee shot, a front bunker, or a back pin over a ridge asks whether you understand lie quality, wind, carry number, penalty areas, and the best side to miss well enough to choose without rushing.

Course moment	Smarter response
Wind pushes toward trouble	Aim where the curve has room to finish during Real-World Examples of Better Shot Selection
Pin is tucked	Play to the section that leaves an uphill putt for shot selection
Lie is uncertain	Choose contact and balance before distance in this example for shot selection
The pattern to keep is a target your stock shot can handle, because the next shot is where smart planning pays you back.