Golf shots that begin off line usually end the same way. "The ball goes where the club tells it to go," said Dave Altemus, head professional at Royal Oaks Country Club. "The first thing you've got to ...

Welcome to Play Smart, a regular GOLF.com game-improvement column that will help you play smarter, better golf. Having proper golf alignment is essential for executing a good shot, so why do so many ...

Most swing flaws are caused by incorrect alignment. For most golfers, I suggest their alignment be square, or parallel, to their target line. To achieve correct alignment, simply practice with a club ...