Big Tournament Coming Up? Is Your Short Game Ready?
Late summer means tournament golf for many of us. Whether it’s a Club Championship, Member-Guest, league championship or another event that matters to you, Bill shares six ways to prepare...
This is the most frustrating profile for golfers.
One shot is left.
The next is right.
Then one comes up short.
That inconsistency makes it hard to trust your game—and even harder to improve it.
Your issue isn’t one thing—it’s variability.
• Misses in multiple directions
• No predictable distance control
• Lack of confidence over the ball
When there’s no pattern, there’s no system—and that leads to hesitation.
When everything feels inconsistent, the solution isn’t more swing thoughts.
It’s fewer variables.
Start by simplifying:
Consistency doesn’t come from trying harder—it comes from reducing variables.

1. Target Line Drill
Pick a very specific target and commit fully to that line.
2. One-Wedge Practice
Use one wedge for multiple distances.
Simplify your decisions.
3. Pre-Shot Routine Drill
Use the exact same routine every time.
If your wedge produces different results on similar swings, you’ll never build trust.
A more consistent design helps:
Start hitting your wedge shots closer.
Download your free Short Game Guide and start improving immediately.
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About Bill Totten
Bill Totten is one of the most experienced wedge fitters in the game, with more than 40 years helping golfers improve scoring from 100 yards and in. As the former Director of Golf at Fripp Island, SC, Bill has worked with thousands of players—from beginners to low handicaps—focusing on the part of the game that matters most: the scoring zone.
His approach is simple—better contact, better distance control, and smarter practice lead to lower scores. The insights in your scoring profile are based on the same principles he’s used to help golfers consistently hit it closer and convert more opportunities.
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