Averee Dovsek shares tips on effective punch shots in golf
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 29, 2026, 5:00 PM
Last updated Aug 29, 2026

Averee Dovsek offers insights on executing efficient punch shots in golf, especially when golfers find themselves behind trees. In a video instruction, she emphasizes that using a seven or eight iron can result in better control and distance compared to a lower club like a four iron. Dovsek suggests that many players mistakenly believe they should always use a lower club for such situations, which can lead to over-hitting or missing the target. The focus is on achieving the right ball flight and distance to better navigate tricky course obstacles.
- •Averee Dovsek discusses punch shot techniques in a recent video.
- •Using a seven or eight iron can improve punch shot results.
- •Many golfers incorrectly choose lower clubs for punch shots.
- •Dovsek emphasizes the importance of ball flight and distance.
- 5:00 PMYahoo Sports — Golfweek video instruction: The most common punch out mistake
"Averee Dovsek shares a tip on what has helped her hit more efficient punch shots.
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