US Open Lessons - Why the US Open is Won Around the Greens
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Your Scoring Profile
Precision starts here
The Inconsistent Scorer
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.
What's Costing You Strokes
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.
How to Fix It
When everything feels inconsistent, the solution isn’t more swing thoughts.
It’s fewer variables.
Start by simplifying:
- Use fewer wedges
- Use one consistent setup
- Focus on a single target and commit
Consistency doesn’t come from trying harder—it comes from reducing variables.
3 Drills to Improve Immediately
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.
Where Equipment Can Help
If your wedge produces different results on similar swings, you’ll never build trust.
A more consistent design helps:
- Reduce variability
- Improve directional control
- Build confidence
Start hitting your wedge shots closer.
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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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