Escape plugged lies with confidence

William Wistrand of the Arizona Wildcats hits out of the sand during the NCAA Division I Men’s Golf Championships at Omni La Costa Resort & Spa in Carlsbad, California. Amateurs do well to remember, the key here is to stay composed and apply a few reliable adjustments. — AFP

A plugged lie in the bunker can rattle even the calmest of golfers, but there’s no need to panic.

Professionals face this situation too – and amateurs will do well to remember that the key is to stay composed and apply a few reliable adjustments. Follow these steps and you’ll surely give yourself every chance of getting the ball back in play.