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Shanks happen when the club hits the hosel instead of the ball, usually due to an open clubface at impact. Common culprits are a faulty swing path, poor setup, and a grip that’s off. Dialing in your swing plane and ball position…
Hitting behind the ball, or “fat shots,” usually boils down to your swing path or how you shift your weight. Keep your head steady through impact and make sure your weight moves forward. Practice specific drills and dial in your swing mechanics…
A slice is your driver’s way of saying “I’m open!” – meaning an open clubface at impact, usually coupled with a swing that cuts across the ball from outside-in. The fix usually boils down to your grip, your setup, and getting that…
Longer irons demand a more precise swing due to their extended shafts and lower lofts. Achieving consistent, solid contact is tougher, requiring better timing and technique. These clubs offer less margin for error, making a smooth, repeatable swing essential. Who This Is…
Interlocking fingers creates a unified, stable grip for better clubface control. It helps prevent hand separation during the powerful downswing. This technique promotes a more consistent and powerful golf swing. Who This Is For Golfers looking to dial in their club control…
Long irons require a more precise swing plane and a descending angle of attack compared to shorter irons or woods. The combination of lower loft and a longer shaft creates a smaller sweet spot and a much smaller margin for error. Most…
Dial in your driver’s loft and shaft flex to match your swing. Focus on a shallower angle of attack and proper ball position. Work on squaring the clubface through impact. Who This Is For Golfers who are frustrated with their driver shots…
Oakmont’s legendary difficulty comes from its brutal elevation changes, notoriously deep bunkers, and lightning-fast, severely sloped greens. It’s a strategic masterpiece that punishes errant shots and demands pinpoint accuracy and smart course management. Its reputation is cemented by a long history of…
Inconsistent golf ball striking usually boils down to swing mechanics, gear issues, or your head game. Lock in a repeatable swing plane, make solid contact with the ball, and understand how your equipment performs. Nail these basics, and you’ll be hitting the…
Topping the ball is often a result of an inconsistent swing path, insufficient hip rotation, or lifting the club too early. Focus on maintaining a consistent low point in your swing and ensuring proper body sequencing to improve your contact. Practicing drills…
Chunking irons happens when your club digs too deep into the turf behind the ball, killing distance and control. It’s usually down to a steep swing, poor weight shift, or bad tempo. Focus on hitting down and through the ball for cleaner…
Chunking means your club hits the turf way before the ball. It’s a distance killer and accuracy wrecker. This usually boils down to your swing path, how you move your weight, or where the ball is set up. The fix often involves…
Identify your biggest swing faults and short game weaknesses. Get a qualified pro to diagnose and fix your game. Practice with purpose and manage the course like a pro. Who This Is For Amateur golfers who feel stuck in a scoring rut….
Pulling your iron shots typically means your clubface is closing too early as you swing from the inside. The usual culprits are an inside-out swing path, a grip that’s too strong, or incorrect ball position. Focus on a more neutral swing path…
Topping your driver is usually a sign you’re standing up too early in the downswing, swinging too steeply, or making contact with an open clubface. The fix often comes down to maintaining your spine angle throughout the swing and ensuring you’re hitting…
Master the basics: grip, stance, posture, and alignment. They’re non-negotiable. Practice with a plan. Hit balls with a purpose, not just for the sake of it. Get a coach. A good instructor is worth their weight in gold. Who This Is For…
Topping the ball in golf is almost always a result of your body getting ahead of the clubhead through impact, often due to lifting your head or standing up too soon. Key areas to check are your setup (ball position, posture), your…
A snap hook is a golf shot that curves sharply from right to left for a right-handed golfer, often going wayward. This usually happens when your swing path comes too much from the inside and your clubface is closed at impact. You…
Slicing your irons typically stems from an open clubface at impact or an outside-to-in swing path. Addressing your grip, stance, and ensuring a square clubface at address are your first lines of defense. Focusing on a balanced stance and a proper inside-out…
Inconsistent driver shots often come down to setup, swing mechanics, or equipment that’s not quite right for you. Getting your ball position, grip, and a smooth, balanced swing dialed in are the big wins for driver performance. Fixing common problems like that…
Hooking shots with your driver? It’s usually an in-to-out swing path or a clubface that’s too closed at impact. Simple as that. Setup issues, like a grip that’s too strong or too much bend in your knees, can also get you pulling…
A golf swing going right, commonly known as a slice, is usually caused by an open clubface at impact or a swing path that travels from out-to-in across the ball. The most common culprits are an incorrect grip (too weak), poor stance…
Hooking your irons usually boils down to a clubface that’s too closed at impact, often paired with an inside-out swing path. Your grip is a prime suspect; an overly rotated lead hand is a common culprit. Focus on a neutral swing path…
A slice usually comes down to an open clubface at impact or an outside-to-in swing path. Fixing it means checking your grip, alignment, and how you swing the club. Aim for a neutral or slightly closed clubface and swing from the inside….