I wanted to impart some of my wisdom and experience.

I said when playing their practice round that it is a good idea at the end of the hole to stand at the back of the green and look back at the hole. Then try to think what the golf course architect had in mind when he was designing the hole. Sometimes you will get a different perspective that can be helpful in club selection.

I am a big believer in playing smart golf. That is why I love doing playing lessons and helping students get better at their course management.

Playing to the fat of the fairways and the middle of the greens goes a long way. Most pros aren't going after the pins unless they have a short iron in their hands. Your subconscious will know where the pin is and this can often help guide the ball in its direction if you focus in on your target. Every shot must have a clear plan.

If you hit the rest of your golf shots forever more to the middle of the greens, how long a putt will you have to the pin? Golf is a game of misses as much as it is a game of hits. Ball placement is so important and where you leave your miss hits will go a long way in helping you lower your score. You have to know where you can miss a shot. Is it better to be long or short? Right or left?

A lot of things are common sense and playing smart golf is the difference between a player shooting under par or over a hundred. We all have to start somewhere and everyone needs to improve in different areas. It is important to think about what areas of your game need the most help. I love it when students come to me asking for help with their short game, with practice they can quickly see some improvements. Have a plan and stick to it... play smart golf.

Leave yourself full shots to the greens and play the shots you feel most comfortable with. When you practice, work on those areas of your game that need the most attention. But practice with a plan.