The Golf Channel for Golf Lessons

Between clubs? Use this setup trick to make the right choice

Between clubs? Use this setup trick to make the right choice

**Figuring out which club to use can be tricky, but one easy way to make a decision is to look at where the ball is positioned relative to your feet.**

For shorter clubs, like wedges, you’ll want to position the ball in the middle of your stance. This will help you to make solid contact with the ball and generate more spin.

As you move up to longer clubs, you’ll want to gradually move the ball forward in your stance. This will help you to hit the ball with a more sweeping motion and generate more distance.

Of course, there are other factors to consider when choosing a club, such as the wind and the terrain. But by following these simple guidelines, you can make the right choice and hit the ball more consistently.

Read More
Optimizing Wedge Performance: A Modernized Setup Approach

Optimizing Wedge Performance: A Modernized Setup Approach

In this blog excerpt, we delve into the intricacies of wedge performance, exploring the modernized setup approach detailed in a recent YouTube video. We discuss the optimal stance, ball position, weight distribution, and shaft positioning for wedge shots ranging from 50 to 125 yards. By analyzing key recommendations from PGA Tour players, we unravel the secrets to navigating these challenging yardages with precision and consistency. We emphasize the importance of a wider stance, forward-centered ball position, neutral to slightly forward shaft position, and a slight forward weight distribution to ensure proper attack angle and control.

Read More