Struggling to hit your irons well after driving like a pro? Golf instructor Ed breaks down why even top golfers like Rory McIlroy face this challenge. Learn how differences between drivers and irons i ...

Welcome to Play Smart, a regular GOLF.com game-improvement column that will help you become a smarter, better golfer. Alignment sticks are some of the simplest — and most useful — training aids out ...

As I walked the range on the Wednesday of WM Phoenix Open week, I was struck by the sheer number of players using alignment sticks. Nearly every single one had one down on the ground as they practiced ...

Palm Beach, Fla.— If I had to put a percentage on it, I'd say upwards of 97 percent of professional golfers use an alignment stick (or something very similar) on the driving range. Honestly, that ...