MY GOLF BLUEPRINT
Driver fundamentals: tee, strike and balance
A driver is built for a teed ball and a longer swing arc. Begin with solid contact and a playable start line before chasing launch numbers.
Work through it
- Use a tee height that presents the ball around the upper half of the face at address as a starting check.
- Place the ball forward in a comfortable stance.
- Aim at a broad corridor and make a balanced swing.
- Use impact spray approved for clubfaces or another safe marker to observe strike location.
A practical example
A high toe strike can change both distance and curve. Changing your swing path without checking impact location may chase the wrong cause.
Practice task
Hit ten drives at a comfortable effort. Record center, heel or toe contact and whether the ball started in your corridor. Compare the pattern before changing a hosel setting.
Common mistakes
Do not assume every golfer must hit a large amount upward. Launch and spin depend on speed, loft and strike. Never adjust the club during a stipulated round when the Rules prohibit it.
Choose a comfortable movement and change one variable at a time. Stop if a movement causes pain; a qualified coach can adapt the task to your mobility and experience.
Sources and further reading
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