GOLFTEC TIP OF THE WEEK: The Smart Way to Hit the Hero Shot on a Par 5 | Situations

In this episode of Situations, we’re facing the second shot on a par 5 with water protecting the right side and bunkers sitting left of the green

It’s the classic risk-reward decision: after a great drive, do you attack the green and give yourself an eagle opportunity, or play it safe? The lesson: great course management isn’t about hitting perfect golf shots. It’s about choosing targets that give your normal shot pattern room to succeed. Know where the biggest trouble is, aim away from it and give yourself permission to miss in the right place.
00:00 Going for a Par 5 in Two
00:38 Avoiding the Big Mistakes
01:16 Setting Up the Hero Shot
01:42 Focus on Course Management, Not A Perfect Shot
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