Expert common faults & fixes guides, tips, and answers — part of our Golf Instruction & Improvement section. 358 articles covering everything you need to know.
: Why Can’t I Hit My Long Irons? Inconsistent ball striking is the main reason you’re having trouble. It’s all about solid contact. Setup and swing mechanics are usually the culprits. Think topping or chunking shots, not pure strikes. You might have the…
Hitting behind the ball is usually a sign of poor weight transfer and insufficient hip rotation. Your club is likely bottoming out too early in your swing arc. Focus on shifting your weight forward and letting your hips lead the downswing for…
Pulling the golf ball left usually boils down to an open clubface at impact or a swing path that cuts across the ball from outside-in. Get your grip, stance, and swing mechanics dialed in, and you’ll start hitting it straight. Consistent practice…
: Why Can’t I Hit My 3-Wood? Inconsistent contact and distance are the main culprits when your 3-wood isn’t cooperating. Your grip, stance, and even the turf conditions can mess with your fairway wood shots. Fixing these common issues will get you hitting…
Hitting it fat means you’re striking the turf before the ball. Most often, it’s a steep swing, poor weight shift, or bad ball position. The fix? Think shallower swing and getting your weight forward. Who This Is For Golfers who are tired…
Nail your setup: Ball position and stance are critical for consistent iron shots. Smooth out your swing path: Ditch the over-the-top move and swing through. Hit down: Get that descending blow for pure contact and distance. Who This Is For Golfers who…
Shank shots happen when the club hits the ball on the hosel, usually due to an outside-in swing path or an open clubface at impact. Setup issues like ball position, grip, and stance are common culprits that can lead you down the…
A slice to the right with your driver usually boils down to an open clubface at impact or an outside-to-in swing path. Think of it like trying to throw a ball and releasing it sideways instead of forward. Fixing it means getting…
Hitting behind the ball, also known as a “fat shot,” usually means you’re losing your posture during the swing, causing you to strike the ground before the ball. Common culprits include incorrect weight transfer, poor body rotation, and a tendency to lift…
Skying driver shots often result from hitting the ball too low on the driver face, an incorrect swing path, or an improper setup. Focus on improving your contact point, ensuring a slightly ascending strike, and checking your stance and ball position. Addressing…
: Why Do I Pull My Irons Left? Pulling your irons left typically boils down to an open clubface at impact, a swing path that cuts across the ball from the inside, or a grip that’s too weak. You’ll want to zero in…
Hooking your driver is usually a combo of swinging too much from the inside and having the clubface shut at impact. Your grip, stance, and swing path are the prime suspects. Give ’em a good once-over. Simple setup adjustments and focusing on…
A slice in golf is typically caused by an open clubface at impact, combined with an out-to-in swing path. Key areas to examine include your grip, stance, alignment, and ball position. Understanding and correcting these swing mechanics is crucial to fixing your…
A slice is typically caused by an open clubface at impact, an outside-to-in swing path, or a combination of both. Grip, stance, and swing mechanics are key areas to examine for common slicing faults. Addressing these fundamental aspects of your swing can…
Your clubhead speed might be too low for your current iron set, or the clubs might be too stiff. Inconsistent clubface angle at impact is a common culprit, leading to unpredictable launch conditions. Swing mechanics or ball position could be holding back…
You’re likely using golf balls with a compression rating that’s too low for your swing speed, or your swing mechanics are adding too much loft at impact. Check your ball position at address and your angle of attack with irons. Matching the…
Topping the golf ball? It’s usually a combination of standing up, swinging too steeply, or having your ball position off. Focus on shallowing your downswing and keeping your body anchored through impact. Small tweaks to your setup, like ball position and posture,…
Topping your driver usually boils down to issues with your swing plane or failing to keep your spine angle intact through the swing. The goal is to hit down on the ball, even with the driver, and keep your head relatively still….
Hooking your irons typically means your clubface is closing too early on impact, or your swing path is coming too much from the inside. Your grip, swing path, and how you rotate your body are the usual suspects. Get these basics dialed…
Your swing path or plane is likely out of whack, leading to inconsistent contact. A shaky setup or bad aim throws your whole swing off before you even start. You’re rushing, losing rhythm, and not making solid contact with the clubface. Who…
Heel strikes on your driver shots usually mean your clubface is open when it connects, your swing path is off, or your setup is just not right. Get your grip, alignment, and swing plane dialed in to ensure a square clubface and…
← Golf Instruction & Improvement | Common Faults & Fixes BLOCKQUOTE_0 A rightward curve, or slice, usually means your clubface is open when you
Your driver’s loft is likely too high for your swing speed, or your shaft isn’t a good match. Adjusting your equipment or making small swing tweaks can bring that ball flight down. Common swing faults can also be sending your ball sky-high…
Pushing the golf ball typically boils down to an open clubface at impact or a swing path that cuts across the ball from out-to-in. Setup problems like misaligned aim or incorrect ball position are often the root cause. Tuning up your grip…