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Long Game

Driver and Tee Shots

Learn how to tee the ball, swing with balance, and choose safe targets.

Quick Guide

CategoryLong Game
Read time8 minutes
Level3 out of 5
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Tee height

What to remember

Use a tee height that lets half the ball sit above the driver face. This helps you hit slightly up on the ball.

Target choice

What to remember

Do not aim at the narrowest part of the hole. Aim where your normal miss still leaves a playable second shot.

Speed

What to remember

Swing fast only if you can finish in balance. A straight 180 metre drive is often better than a wild 220 metre drive.

Key Points Table

Simple checkpoints

Best tee toolTee Selector
Practice count10 balls per target
Course goalPlayable misses

Learning Focus Chart

How much attention to give

Understand90%
Practice80%
Use on course65%

Practice Plan for This Topic

A 30-minute session

5 min

Warm up with slow swings or putts.

10 min

Work on the main skill from this guide.

10 min

Add a target, score, or small challenge.

5 min

Write down one lesson for next time.

Guided Drill

Three-ball checkpoint

  1. Hit or roll three balls with one clear target.
  2. Pause after each ball and name what happened.
  3. Repeat only when you know the next small adjustment.

Common Mistakes

Avoid these first

  • Trying to fix too many things in one session.
  • Using your best shot as your normal distance.
  • Skipping notes after practice or a round.

Singapore Practice Note

Keep it realistic

In Singapore heat, bring water, plan shade breaks, and keep practice goals short. A focused 30 minutes often beats a tired 90 minutes.

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