Golf Short Game Basics

Golf Short Game Basics by Oliver Heuler, published by Sterling Publishing Company in 1996, is a comprehensive guide designed to enhance your golf skills, particularly focusing on the short game. This edition spans 127 pages and is presented in English, offering insights into improving essential techniques such as putting, chipping, pitching, and bunker shots. The book emphasizes the importance of the short game, which accounts for more than half of all golf shots, and provides practical advice on refining your approach to achieve better scores.

Readers will find detailed instructions on various aspects of the short game, including how to analyze your putter path, establish proper posture, and develop a consistent pre-shot routine. The book also covers techniques for positioning the club blade, connecting with the sweet spot, and controlling your grip. Additionally, a unique appendix features a one-hour test designed to help golfers evaluate their strengths and weaknesses, making this resource particularly valuable for both novice and experienced players looking to improve their performance in sports and recreation.