Lesson 2: The Short Game

When is a "low-risk" bump-and-run more effective than a "high-reward" flop shot?

Hinge and Hold, Trajectory, Landing Spot, Bounce

2.12.1 Demonstrates knowledge of tactics and strategies within lifetime sports & activities.

(DOK 2) Explain how changing the ball position in your stance affects the launch angle of the club. 2. (DOK 4) Analyze a specific greenside scenario and justify your choice of club and trajectory based on the lie and pin position.

Golf is often called the "game of life" because it demands emotional regulation and calculated risk assessment. In the professional world, much like on the golf course, you are rarely presented with a perfect "lie." Success depends on your ability to accept a bad break, manage your "misses," and focus on the next objective rather than dwelling on a past mistake. This unit prepares students for the social and professional networking that often occurs on the course, emphasizing etiquette, integrity, and strategic thinking.

Different clubs and different sized clubs to choose from

Students will demonstrate using a wedge from a variety of ranges and techniques.

• Full sets of golf clubs (Drivers, Irons, Wedges, Putters)

• Range buckets and high-visibility practice balls

• Portable launch monitors or swing analysis apps (e.g., Hudl or V1 Golf)

• Alignment sticks and "impact bags"

• Scorecards and yardage books for the local course

• Putting gates and string lines