Before the analytics revolution changed the way elite golfers and savvy recreational players approach the game, Dave Pelz was beating the drum about the importance of getting feedback and learning ...

​Dave Pelz, who has died aged 85, was a Nasa scientist who became one of the most successful coaches in the history of golf, known as “Professor Putt”: he was a master of the short game ...

Phil Mickelson led the heartfelt tributes flowing in for Dave Pelz, after the iconic golf instructor's passing was confirmed by his team this week. Working with some of the elite on the PGA Tour ...

There’s a yellow-lined notepad on my desk that’s home to my monthly GOLF publishing to-do list. For two years running one note failed to receive the strikethrough treatment: “Talk to Dave Pelz.” ...

Legendary golf coach Dave Pelz died Sunday at age 85. Pelz, a former research scientist at NASA, was best known for his innovations improving golfers' short game and putting. He tested and created ...

In 2024, Golf Digest announced a new recognition for renowned golf instructors who had dominated our teacher rankings for decades. The Legends of Golf Instruction, led by Butch Harmon, now includes 22 ...

After working at NASA, he became an expert on putting and shots close to the green through his coaching, books, television appearances and training aids. By Richard Sandomir Dave Pelz, who left his ...

The golf world learned the sad news this week that Dave Pelz, the legendary short game instructor, passed away at the age of 85. Pelz thought about the game like nobody else. At a time when putting ...

UNITED STATES - MARCH 19: Phil Mickelson works with short-game coach Dave Pelz during an early practice round on the stadium course Saturday, in preparation for the 2005 THE PLAYERS Championship at ...

Golf instruction is ever-evolving, but the best advice stands the test of time. In GOLF.com’s new series, Timeless Tips, we’re highlighting some of the greatest advice teachers and players have ...