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Hey, I'm Zach.
I am a former D1 collegiate golfer, creator of The DIY Golfer, and avid student of golf. I'm here to share what I've learned to help you shoot your lowest score ever! Select your skill level below to get started. More about me here.
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New to golf? In this 7-Step guide, I'll teach you everything you need to know and what you need to buy to get started in golf.
Golf for Beginners is a course that will give you a comprehensive introduction to the game of golf including how to swing, what equipment to buy, and more.
Is golf worth the hype? To the beginner, the skeptic, and the hater, here are my favorite parts about this game.
The Break 90 Blueprint course will take you through everything you need to know to start playing more consistent golf and break 90 every time you play.
Most golfers never break 90 in their lives and for good reason; it's hard! As a former college golfer, here are some tips for breaking through this barrier!
Breaking 90 is no easy task. As a former D1 college golfer, here are my top 10 tips to break through this scoring barrier.
Break 80 Secrets is your ultimate guide to breaking 80 through on-course strategies, mental game, and other advanced tactics.
This post will walk you through the mindset of breaking 80, and in it, I will share my personal experience trying to break 80 and finally breaking through.
"Just punch out to the fairway" is a difficult instruction to follow in golf, but if you want to break 80, it is decisions like this that make the difference.
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Learn How to Swing a Golf Club
The golf swing can be broken down into 10 swing positions that we can analyze on video. Tap on one below to learn more about it and how to analyze it!
Learn Golf Terminology and Slang
Golf has a language of its own. Learn the most common golf terms and slang to help you understand the game better.
When a match is "all square", that means that two golfers are tied.
Golf Terms and Slang Glossary
View the most comprehensive golf terms and slang glossary on the web.
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Also known as a "cut", for right-handed players, this is a shot that starts left of the target, curves left to right, and ends at the target.
Golfers refer to their "go-to shot" as the type of shot they are most comfortable hitting, especially when they are a bit nervous.
A cool-season grass found on golf courses worldwide, recognized for its adaptability and ability to thrive in various climates.
Dive into Golf Drills
One of the best ways to work on a specific part of your game is to use golf drills. Here are some of my favorite drills to help you improve your game fast.
This drill will help you learn how to chip with your right hand only, which allows you to feel how the right side influences your chip shots.
The follow-through drill is an excellent way to learn both the proper weight shift and sequencing of the golf swing.
To build a consistent golf swing, it is crucial to maintain great tempo and balance through the finish. Here's one of my favorite drills to achieve that.
This drill will help you learn how to transition properly.