Playing the correct tees is the fastest way to enjoy golf more — and score better.
One of the quickest ways to enjoy golf more is deceptively simple: play from the right tees. Too many new golfers battle from tees built for long hitters, turning a fun round into a long afternoon. Here is how to choose well.
A tee box is the starting area for each hole. Most courses offer several, marked by colour, each a different distance from the green. Forward tees play shorter; back tees play longer. Picking the right set is about matching the course to your game, not your ego.
A reliable rule: multiply your average driver distance (in yards) by 28 to find a course length that suits you. If you carry your driver about 150 yards, a course around 4,200 yards will feel fair and fun.
Playing forward is not "cheating" — it is how the game is designed. From the right tees you reach greens in regulation more often, three-putt less, and finish rounds with energy to spare. That is exactly where improvement comes from.
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Absolutely. Forward tees are designed to make the course play fair for shorter hitters. Playing them helps you learn faster and enjoy the round far more.
For casual and learning rounds, yes — many coaches encourage it. For an official handicap score you should play one consistent set of tees.
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