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I have recently developed a low hook to the left off the tee that doesn't go very far. I've tried all manner of things but to no avail and it's driving me mad. Obviously what I'm doing to correct the fault isn't working. Thanks!
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You could end up with a multitude of answers as to why you are doing something wrong to get those results. My advice would be to treat yourself to a half hour / hour with a golf pro at your local course. These guys can watch you and tell you what is wrong.
Last time I used a pro was a few years ago now. Think it was £20 for the hour. Possibly £20 per half an hour nowdays. But well worth the fee to find out what you need to correct.
Last time I used a pro was a few years ago now. Think it was £20 for the hour. Possibly £20 per half an hour nowdays. But well worth the fee to find out what you need to correct.
lay a golf club down on the ground parallel to your feet and to the right.
draw your club back to the point that you begin to break your hands to take the club upwards and look at where your club shaft and head is and at what angle it is to the club on the ground. And come back to us....I just want confirmation before I expound more.
I played off 5 by the way in the states......
draw your club back to the point that you begin to break your hands to take the club upwards and look at where your club shaft and head is and at what angle it is to the club on the ground. And come back to us....I just want confirmation before I expound more.
I played off 5 by the way in the states......
Given the time.....I'll add my opinion now
normally a high handicapper/beginner would have the club shaft outside the line - so that when they come into the forward swing and the club head comes through slightly open and hence a slice. If too open, then the risk of a shank.
you should ideally be inside the line but I think you are way inside meaning that you are rotating your body into the backswing too much so your club head is too closed - and probably you are rolling your wrists over too much.....
Also take care about your swing back, if too fast, this may be throwing you off. something you rarely hear of, you should have a little pause at the top of the swing and this allows you to load up properly for coming down. I've always said you should be able to feel the clubhead up there...... For a role model, take a look at Annika sorenstam's swing - it's a work of art.
Darn zacs, that's why I couldn't get the handicap down to a lower number!!
normally a high handicapper/beginner would have the club shaft outside the line - so that when they come into the forward swing and the club head comes through slightly open and hence a slice. If too open, then the risk of a shank.
you should ideally be inside the line but I think you are way inside meaning that you are rotating your body into the backswing too much so your club head is too closed - and probably you are rolling your wrists over too much.....
Also take care about your swing back, if too fast, this may be throwing you off. something you rarely hear of, you should have a little pause at the top of the swing and this allows you to load up properly for coming down. I've always said you should be able to feel the clubhead up there...... For a role model, take a look at Annika sorenstam's swing - it's a work of art.
Darn zacs, that's why I couldn't get the handicap down to a lower number!!
don't overgrip by the way, we want your wrists nice and loose - too firm and you will tend to hook. Also for a 250 yard drive, think all I need to do is take it 200/210 on the fly and the roll on the ground will do the rest, ditto irons with shorter distances....
Do you remember Corey Pavin - he used to swing with a couple of duckhooks before he actually swung for proper, to try and keep himself loose and to avoid it. however, I can remember one time at the Buick Open I think it was when he duckhooked on 18 and the ball went at 90 degrees at velocity and straight through the window of a Buick sitting on a dais in the middle of the lake! Ooops......
Do you remember Corey Pavin - he used to swing with a couple of duckhooks before he actually swung for proper, to try and keep himself loose and to avoid it. however, I can remember one time at the Buick Open I think it was when he duckhooked on 18 and the ball went at 90 degrees at velocity and straight through the window of a Buick sitting on a dais in the middle of the lake! Ooops......
I used to play of 6 handicap. I would never give any tips, hints, advice etc because everyone is different. However, what I would always say is this:
1. Firm grip
2. Head down
3. Steady swing. Don't try and hit the ball too hard. Just hit it.
That is the sum of my coaching. As mentioned by others, go and have a half hour lesson with a pro, although to be honest, I never had a golf lesson in my life. Not a one.
1. Firm grip
2. Head down
3. Steady swing. Don't try and hit the ball too hard. Just hit it.
That is the sum of my coaching. As mentioned by others, go and have a half hour lesson with a pro, although to be honest, I never had a golf lesson in my life. Not a one.
I was coached by Nick Faldo's coach ! lol played off 8 last medal card.. relax..loosen grip keep head doon..slight bend at knees and align as DT said..BUT..these wee things are usually in the heid..lol..just chill and enjoy your play..do not let yourself get overly anxious about it..it will correct in time..
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