Everyone wants to find an extra 10 to 15 yards, and it’s possible with a good setup and drill I like to show my students:
Place an empty golf ball sleeve box 7 to 10 inches in front of a ball that’s teed up.
Make contact with the ball after your swing has bottomed out and the clubhead is on its way up to the finish.
Think about swinging through the ball and not at it. If you do that, you’ll hit up on the ball, miss the box and launch your tee shots.
I like this drill because it’s visual and gives immediate feedback. Other things to keep in mind to ensure hitting up on the ball include:
Create a strong base, with 60 percent of your weight on the back foot and the ball just off your front heel.
For a good spine tilt, make sure your left shoulder is higher than your right at address.
Keep your head behind the ball throughout the swing.
Almost all long drivers have launch angles that propel the ball high and far. Practice these tips and join the fun.
Jordan King Thomas, PGA, is an instructor at the Henry Brunton Golf Academy at Strawberry Farms in Irvine. He can be reached at (949) 556-7857 or jordan@henrybrunton.com.
