Coastal golf
Common Mistakes Golfers Make on Coastal Golf
Avoid the high-risk habits that turn wind and firm turf into big numbers.
Fighting the course
The biggest mistake is trying to play coastal golf like soft parkland golf. High shots to tucked flags, full swings into heavy wind, and aggressive recovery attempts all invite big numbers.
Avoid these habits
- Aiming at flags because the yardage says you can reach.
- Forgetting how far firm turf can release the ball.
- Letting scenery or hazards shrink your routine.
- Changing balls, gloves, and swing thoughts every three holes.
Choose boring when boring is available.
Better default
Use the center of the green as your friend. If the day gets tricky, a 35-foot putt is not a failure; it is often exactly what the hole was asking you to accept.