Goal: Play for position, not distance — cut down the wild drive
How to do it
Play 9 holes using at most a long iron or hybrid off the tee — never the driver. Before every shot, decide WHERE you want the ball to end up first, then pick the club — not the other way around. Track how many shots you save by staying out of the rough and fairway bunkers.
Not a swing fault — it's a strategy call: reaching for the driver off the tee out of habit, not out of odds.
Frequently asked questions
What is the "9 holes without a driver" drill for?
Play for position, not distance — cut down the wild drive
How do you do the "9 holes without a driver" drill?
Play 9 holes using at most a long iron or hybrid off the tee — never the driver. Before every shot, decide WHERE you want the ball to end up first, then pick the club — not the other way around. Track how many shots you save by staying out of the rough and fairway bunkers.
How long does the "9 holes without a driver" drill take?