Better by Saturday (TM): Iron Play & Long Game Tips from Golf Magazine's Top 100 Teachers | Grand Central Publishing

Improve your iron play and long game with practical cues from the sport’s best teachers

Better by Saturday brings together insights from Golf Magazine’s Top 100 Teachers in a compact, easy-to-remember format designed for on-course confidence. The focus is not on lengthy drills, but on clear reminders you can bring from the practice tee to the first fairway of the day.

What sets this apart

The guidance centers on brief, memorable cues rather than heavy swing theories. Readers can picture a handful of cues and translate them into a repeatable motion, aiming for cleaner contact and more predictable trajectories on approach shots and longer clubs.

• Iron play emphasis: better contact, more consistent distance control, and improved target awareness on irons.
• Long game focus: smoother transitions from driver or fairway wood to mid- and short-iron approaches.

On-course usability

The book prioritizes practicality: cues you can recall while over the ball, a quick setup check, and a simple routine you can repeat on a round. The tips are designed to be accessible for casual rounds and friendly matches alike.

• 60-second pre-shot checks: alignment, grip position, posture, and balance before each iron shot.
• Tempo and swing path reminders to help maintain control through impact.
• One cue per hole: stay focused without overthinking your entire swing.

How to use it day to day

Built around the idea that small, memorable cues can translate into meaningful on-course results, even with limited practice. This makes the book appealing for players juggling work, family, and weekend rounds.

Whether you’re stepping onto the first tee after a long day or prepping for a weekend match, the guidance is designed to be accessible, easy to recall, and ready to try right away. The overall aim is to help you play more consistently by focusing on a few clear ideas you can carry through the hole, not a full overhaul of your swing.