Welcome to Play Smart, a regular GOLF.com game-improvement column that will help you become a smarter, better golfer. Alignment sticks are some of the simplest — and most useful — training aids out ...

Unless you have owned an alignment stick, you might not fully be aware of all the ways they can help you out. But it’s a great practice tool for improving your swing path, alignment and aim — the ...

CHASKA, MINN. — Go ahead, name the fundamentals of a good golf swing. How long did it take until you said alignment? Along with grip and posture, instructors and professionals have long preached ...

PGA Tour players tend to move in packs. Once one player starts doing something a little differently, the peers will take notice. Once that player starts playing well, suddenly you'll start seeing ...

Standard driving range routines rarely lead to meaningful golf improvement, with golf practice usually being a time suck. Alternatives include virtual lessons, training aids, mirror drills, and par-3 ...