Fixing poor contact
The next time you hit balls, place a pile of grass one club-head in front of the ball on the practice mat, then on each swing try to hit the ball and then the grass.
Why it works…
- When you practice off mats, you're hitting off a very cushy lie, which gives you a wide margin for error - even if you hit slightly behind the ball, you still get good distance and feel, which tricks you into thinking your swing is solid.
- On the course the turf will cause your club to bounce and catch the ball thin.
- Great iron shots happen when you swing down into the ball and take a divot in front it, so taking the grass pile in front of your ball along for the ride helps you groove this type of contact, even if you can't make or see a divot.
- If you can't swipe the grass in front of the ball, try pulling your left hip pocket toward the target at the start of your downswing and then turning it behind you.
- You should see and feel an immediate difference!
Good luck and remember… practice this at the World of Golf target tees!
