Welcome to Play Smart, a regular GOLF.com game-improvement column that will help you become a smarter, better golfer. Hitting solid drives off the tee starts before you even draw back the club. If you ...

Being able to curve a drive on command is one of the most useful shots in golf. It can help you navigate doglegs, play away from penalty areas and counter the effects of wind. Many pros favor one type ...

Fixing a slice and turning it into a draw starts with understanding clubface control and swing path. I work on closing the face at impact while swinging from the inside, creating the right spin to ...

True Spec Golf Master Fitter Kevin O'Connell explains why the golf ball is so important to every golf club fitting.