One of the most important aspects of playing golf is selecting the right club for the situation. There are many different factors to consider, such as distance to the green, elevation changes, wind, cold, and, rain. Choosing the wrong club can lead to a number of problems, such as hitting the ball too far or not far enough, hitting it into a water hazard, or ending up in a sand trap. Worse case hitting it OB (out of bounds) and losing your ball. So it's important to take your time when making a club selection and make sure you know what distance you can hit each club. Also, using the best club for the situation at hand.