Golfers advised to focus on play over driving range practice

PGA Tour coach Randy Joyner has criticized conventional driving range sessions, suggesting they may hinder a golfer's performance. Joyner, a professional based in Charlotte, North Carolina, argues that the driving range lacks the necessary demands and consequences of an actual course, such as varied lies and specific shot requirements.

He contends that golfers often use range time to attempt swing corrections rather than preparing to play, which can lead to doubt rather than confidence. Joyner advocates for learning the game through actual play on the course rather than repetitive practice in a controlled, flat environment.