In the video above, Stickney gives me a simple golf lesson, sharing two easy tweaks for those looking to learn how to hit a power fade. “There’s a couple things that we need to do in order to hit that ...

Welcome to Play Smart, a regular GOLF.com game-improvement column that will help you become a smarter, better golfer. Most amateurs aspire to hit a draw off the tee, but in the professional ranks it’s ...

Let’s start with what it’s not. For one, it does not require you setting your driver in -2 with an open face, Fujikura Ventus Black TX shaft, tipped 2 inches, etc. That’s not how this is done. That’s ...

Many tour players, like 2023 U.S. Open Champion Wyndham Clark, find a fade easier to control than a draw, especially with the driver. And we’re not talking weak slices—if you do it right, there’s no ...

Being able to curve a drive on command is one of the most useful shots in golf. It can help you navigate doglegs, play away from penalty areas and counter the effects of wind. Many pros favor one type ...

Here's a question I hear every now and again: "What's the best fade-biased driver setup?" Let's start with what it's not. For ...