In today's edition of Play Smart, GOLF Teacher to Watch Christy Longfield explains the importance of consistent ball position. The post Why proper ball position is so important in the golf swing ...

How Does Golf Ball Position Impact Golf Shots? This Test Explains originally appeared on Athlon Sports. If you’re a beginner golfer (or even an average one!), you probably overlook a key factor when ...

Most golfers reading this understand that moving the golf ball position either forward or backward will influence the outcome of the shot. It’s why it’s recommended to position it on the front foot ...

Unless you're a better-than-average golfer, there's a good chance you overlook one of the simplest factors when it comes to consistent ball-striking: Your golf ball position! When your ball's too far ...

GOLF Top 100 Teacher Tom Patri explains why the biggest "cancer" to your golf swing happens before you ever take the club ...

Ben Hogan's imprints remain all over the golf world—especially the world of golf swings. Except over the years, one of Ben Hogan's tips has been thoroughly cast by the wayside, which is interesting ...

What were the best swing tips of 2025? A handful of our GOLF staffers shared some that worked for them this year.

Many golfers have swing tendencies that, no matter how hard they try, they can’t get rid of. In this Golf Digest+ series, Matchmakers, I’m teaching you how to play with what you’ve got. No matter your ...

Correct golf ball position is key for consistent, solid ball-striking with any club. Top-ranked golf teacher Tony Ruggiero advises different ball positions for driver, irons, and wedges for best ...

If you’re unsure about where your golf ball position should be for certain shots, this easy test from top-ranked golf instructor Tom Stickney helps you understand — and will make you a better golfer.