In today's edition of Play Smart, GOLF Teacher to Watch Addison Craig explains the benefits of knowing how to shape the ball both ways. The post Why knowing how to hit fades *and* draws is so ...

Jordan Spieth’s natural shot shape is a high, sweeping draw. It has served him well throughout his career, but most club golfers tend to find it a far more difficult shape to master. With 13 PGA Tour ...

Welcome to Play Smart, a regular GOLF.com game-improvement column that will help you play smarter, better golf. Being able to shape the ball in both directions is a huge advantage when you get to the ...

Shot shaping is a skill that really sets the top players apart. If you can hit the ball with some consistency, whether that’s a draw or a fade, you’re already on your way to becoming a scratch golfer.

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 ...

Welcome to Shaving Strokes, a GOLF.com series in which we’re sharing improvements, learnings and takeaways from amateur golfers just like you — including some of the speed bumps and challenges they ...