Controlling Trajectory Part 1 - Keeping it Low

Keep It Low

A key element to becoming a better player is learning to create different ballflight trajectories on command. It’s this aspect of your play that will allow you to effectively tackle a variety of situations ranging from lob pitches to knockdowns to recovery shots. Here are six “factors of flight” to help you learn to keep it low.

1. Ball Back Position the ball anywhere from dead center of your stance to your rear foot. 2. Weight Forward This helps de-loft the clubface and ensures a steep, descending blow. 3. Shoulders Level The shoulders need to be leveled out. Focus your eyes on the ground to get your shoulders to match the horizon. 4. Hands Forward Leaning the hands and shaft toward the target also helps de-loft the face. 5. Swing Slow A softer swing pace will lower the ball’s spin rate and prevent an up-shooting flight. Swing with an even, pendulum-like rhythm to accomplish this goal. 6. Finish Low No full finish here! Try to hold the clubhead below your waistline after impact.