Get in the Game 4-Week Golf Series with LPGA Professional, Ashaunta Epps

Golf is a sport that demands precision, focus, and consistent practice. For professional women looking to sharpen their skills and elevate their game, a structured approach to preparation can make all the difference. This 4-week golf series, led by LPGA professional Ashaunta Epps held weekly beginning May 20, 2026 from 7-8pm EST, offers a clear path to improvement, combining technical drills, mental strategies, and physical conditioning. Whether you are preparing for a tournament or simply want to play your best, this series breaks down the essentials into manageable weekly goals.

Ashaunta Epps demonstrating a golf swing during training session

Week 1: Building a Strong Foundation

The first week focuses on fundamentals. Ashaunta emphasizes the importance of a consistent setup and grip, which are the building blocks of every successful shot. Start by assessing your stance and grip with these key points:

• Grip: Ensure your hands work together as a single unit. A neutral grip helps control the club face.

• Stance: Feet shoulder-width apart with knees slightly bent. Balance your weight evenly.

• Posture: Keep your back straight and tilt from the hips, not the waist.

  
  

Practice simple drills like slow-motion swings to ingrain muscle memory. Spend time on the driving range focusing on these basics before moving on to more complex techniques.

Week 2: Mastering the Short Game

Short game skills often separate good players from great ones. This week, Ashaunta guides you through chipping, pitching, and putting drills designed to improve accuracy and control around the greens.

• Chipping: Use a narrow stance and focus on a smooth, pendulum-like stroke.

• Pitching: Practice varying your swing length to control distance.

• Putting: Develop a consistent routine and focus on reading greens carefully.

  
  

Try the “clock drill” for putting: place balls around the hole at different distances and angles, then putt each one. This builds confidence and sharpens your feel for speed and line.

Week 3: Enhancing Power and Distance

Adding distance to your shots requires a combination of technique and physical fitness. Ashaunta introduces exercises and swing adjustments to help generate more clubhead speed without sacrificing control.

• Swing mechanics: Work on a full shoulder turn and proper weight transfer.

• Core strength: Incorporate exercises like planks and rotational twists to build stability.

• Flexibility: Stretch regularly to maintain a full range of motion.

  
  

On the course, focus on smooth acceleration through the ball rather than trying to hit harder. Controlled power leads to better accuracy and longer drives.

Week 4: Mental Game and Course Strategy

Golf challenges the mind as much as the body. The final week centers on mental preparation and smart decision-making during play.

• Visualization: Picture each shot before you take it to build confidence.

• Routine: Develop a consistent pre-shot routine to stay focused.

• Course management: Learn to play to your strengths and avoid unnecessary risks.

  
  

Ashaunta recommends keeping a journal to track your thoughts and decisions during rounds. Reflecting on what worked and what didn’t helps improve your mental toughness over time.

Putting It All Together

This 4-week series offers a clear, step-by-step approach to improving your golf game. By focusing on fundamentals, short game skills, power development, and mental strategies, you build a well-rounded skill set. Remember, progress comes from consistent practice and patience.

Commit to the process, and you will see measurable improvements in your performance. Whether you are competing professionally or playing for enjoyment, these lessons from Ashaunta Epps provide valuable tools to get in the game and play your best golf.