This week we are going to talk about a very simple tip that will make a big difference in your ball striking! I see golfers of all levels guilty of looking to see where their ball is going just a fraction of a second too soon. I call this “peeking” or as it is often called “coming out of the shot too soon” or not “staying down”. You can call it whatever you want but the end result is the same…mishit shots that generally go to the right. Don’t be too hard on yourself when the top professionals in the world can do it and often do, as you can see, when watching them play week to week on TV.
Next time you are out on the range just watch how many people are so quick to take that look to see where the ball is going. Here’s some tips to help you “stay down” and avoid one of the most common mistakes in golf.
TIPS FOR “STAYING DOWN” THROUGH YOUR SHOT
- Be conscious of the fact that it is only natural that you want to see where the ball is going and that you MUST concentrate to stay down just a fraction of a second longer than you would like or believe you have to.
- Stay down long enough so that you SEE the club strike the ball.
- Practice hitting balls without lifting your head. Stay down watching where the ball was for a full second after you have struck the ball. Remember to still get to a full finish position with your body while still keeping your head down and maintaining your spine angle.
- These tips also apply to your chips and putting as well!
Try these tips out and be aware of this common fault. Skulled chip shots and mishit putts are usually a result of “peeking”.
Fix this common fault, stay down longer and you will strike the ball more solidly and perhaps get rid of that nasty slice and…… play YOUR best golf!
Wanted…Teenage Junior golfers!
Earlier in the year I had a great response from junior golfers that happened to be in the under 10 years of age category. We held a series of lessons that everyone enjoyed.
What I would like to now offer is a series of lessons for juniors aged 13 to 18. Lessons will be $10 per lesson with playing priveleges at Lakeside Greens at reduced rates and deals for the parents who may want to join their children for a round of golf. If interested drop me a line at sandymacdonald@shaw.ca to register or for more details.
