Your 7-iron just went 155 yards. You pull the 5-iron, make what feels like a better swing, and watch it land at 158 yards.

While hybrids and high-lofted irons have become increasingly popular, the ability to hit great mid and long irons is still a necessary skill. Your longest iron should still be able to launch high ...

If you're anything like me, hitting long irons can be a struggle. Sure, there are times when I catch one on the screws and ...

Hitting your long irons pure on a consistent basis is a challenge for most recreational golfers. Sure, they may catch one solid a couple of times per round, but sprinkled in there are chunks and thins ...

Welcome to Play Smart, a regular GOLF.com game-improvement column that will help you become a smarter, better golfer. Consistency is the No. 1 indicator of a great golfer. Everyone can hit one good ...