Selecting Long Irons and Fairway Woods

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In most cases, rescue clubs are more forgiving and easier to hit than a long iron. But, that doesn’t mean that they are the right choice every time. PGA Professional Eric Johnson explains why it is important to consider all course conditions before choosing what club to use on a particular shot. Sometimes hitting the shot you need may mean using the club that is harder to hit.

Tags: club selection, fairway woods, full swing, golf academy, hybrids, long irons, pga, rescue club, shot considerations

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