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How to Draw the Ball with Spin

ByMichael Reeves

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Quick Answer

  • Mastering a draw involves a slightly closed stance, a neutral-to-strong grip, and an inside-to-out swing path.
  • Focus on closing the clubface relative to your swing path at impact.
  • Practice drills that emphasize wrist action and clubface control.

Who This Is For

  • Golfers ready to add a little more shot-making flair to their game.
  • Anyone tired of battling a slice or hook and wanting more control.

What to Check First

  • Grip: Make sure your grip is neutral or slightly strong. This means your left hand (for righties) is rotated a bit clockwise.
  • Stance: Check your alignment. You want your feet and body to be aimed slightly right of your target.
  • Clubface: At address, your clubface should be aimed directly at the target, not where your body is aimed. This is crucial.
  • Swing Path: Visualize swinging from the inside of the ball to the outside.

Step-by-Step Plan for How to Draw Spin

  • Action: Adjust your grip. What to look for: Your left hand (for right-handed golfers) rotates slightly clockwise on the club, showing you more knuckles. Mistake: Gripping too tightly or with a weak grip, which kills clubface control.
  • Action: Set up with a slightly closed stance. What to look for: Your feet, hips, and shoulders are aimed a few yards right of your intended target. Mistake: Aiming your body way too far right, which can lead to a block or a pull.
  • Action: Aim the clubface directly at the target. What to look for: The clubface is square to your actual target, not where your body is aimed. Mistake: Closing the clubface at address, which will make it tough to get the ball to start online.
  • Action: Swing from the inside. What to look for: Imagine your clubhead approaching the ball from slightly behind the target line. Mistake: Swinging over the top, which is the slice-maker’s best friend.
  • Action: Release the clubface through impact. What to look for: Your wrists hinge and unhinge naturally, allowing the clubface to close relative to your swing path. Mistake: Holding the clubface open through impact, fighting the natural closing motion.

Common Mistakes Drawing the Ball with Spin

  • Incorrect Grip — Leads to inconsistent clubface control and makes it hard to square up. — Adjust grip to neutral or slightly strong.
  • Open Stance — Encourages an outside-to-in swing, the opposite of what you need. — Set up with a slightly closed stance.
  • Swinging Across the Ball — This promotes a slice or a pull. — Focus on an inside-to-out swing path.
  • Closing Clubface at Address — This makes it impossible to start the ball where you want it. — Aim the clubface at the target, not your body line.
  • Trying Too Hard — Forcing the draw often leads to over-swinging or tension. — Focus on the setup and let the swing happen.

FAQ

  • What is the difference between a draw and a fade? A draw curves gently from right to left for a right-handed golfer, while a fade curves from left to right.
  • How does my grip affect my ability to draw the ball? A neutral-to-strong grip makes it easier to close the clubface through impact, which is essential for a draw. A weak grip makes this much harder.
  • What is an inside-to-out swing path? It means the clubhead approaches the ball from the inside of the target line and swings out towards the right (for a righty) relative to that line.
  • Do I need a special club to hit a draw? Nope. You can draw the ball with any club in your bag if you have the right technique.
  • How much should I close my stance? Start with just a little. Aim your feet and body a few yards right of the target. Too much will cause other problems.
  • Should the clubface be closed at impact? Not necessarily closed to the target, but closed relative to your swing path. That’s the key to creating the curve.

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