Get your game ready for 2020 – Episode 5: How to build a pre-shot routine
Having a consistent pre-shot routine is one of the easiest routes to better golf, especially under pressure. It’s something the pros put so much emphasis on, yet the rest of us continue to undervalue its importance. Here are my top tips…
Building an effective pre-shot routine: The main points
In the video, I’m on a par 3 with Andy and straight away, he’s used his rangefinder from two yards further back than where he’ll be teeing off from. Nowadays, almost everyone has a laser or uses some sort of GPS system, so there’s no excuse for not getting an accurate number.
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When he corrected this, I split the rest of his routine into sections – something I think is really important.
First, you should assess the variables that are going to impact the shot before picking the club and shape you want to hit. For example, things like wind, temperature, and flag location should all be considered in a good pre-shot routine.
Want to find out what comes next? You’ll have to watch the video…
Missed any of our previous episodes? Catch up here…
- Episode 1: How to set the right goals
- Episode 2: Feel vs Real
- Episode 3: Master Tiger’s nine-shot drill
- Episode 4: Improve your driving with this range game
Our new instruction series was filmed at Lumine Golf Club, host venue of the 2019 European Tour Qualifying School. For more information, visit their website.
Andrew Wright
NCG's instruction editor. Terrible student so trying my hand at passing on some of the best advice I've never listened to. Member of Royal Troon. Favourite golfer is two-time major winner and hall of famer, Retief Goosen.
