The First Tee

photo credit: bradleypjohnson   Here are some tips that will make your first tee shot of the day easier:  1)  Make sure you warm-up and hit some practice balls before your round.  2)  Before you assume the address position, visualize your shot.  3)  Choose a target in the landing area.  4)  Pick the right club (perhaps a 3-metal may be better).  5)  Don’t 0verpower the shot by over-swinging or trying to kill the ball.  6)  Relax in the address position especially when you waggle. 

The first tee shot can be the most critical of the day’s round.  It usually sets the tone of the entire round, especially with amateurs.  Don’t take your first shot lightly.  No matter how tight the fairway, choose a target and visualize your shot.