Getting a higher golfing score is every golfer’s goal for the day. The best way to get a higher golfing score is by becoming a thinker on the golf course. It really does not matter as much how far or straight you hit the ball because you will almost always have the option of playing a club that is a safe club. If you think your way around the golf course, you will lower your score. You really need to just do some simple calculations to think smartly. Make sure that you plan to land at least 30-40 yards in front of or beyond any hazards that you are playing around. This will always give you some slack in case you mishit the ball or you hit it better than expected. You should also look around at where the pins are located on the holes as you go around the course. Make sure that you always try to give yourself uphill puts. It is better to go past the hole by 10 feet and have a 10 footer uphill than it is to miss by 5 feet, and have a 5 footer downhill. Be smart and play to your strengths.