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24. Apr. 2024 · 1. Poor Address Position. Firstly, you need to understand how far to stand from the ball, as this could be the cause of your problem. If you stand too close, you'll lose your spine angle in the downswing. This will cause you to lift up out of the shot and hit an open-faced shank.
28. Nov. 2021 · The issue, as he explained, was simple. Every golf swing involves loading and unloading. In our backswing, we load our energy, and in our downswing, we unload that energy, we hope, in the ...
15. Jan. 2024 · In summary, a shank in golf can be caused by swing path issues, clubface alignment problems, and weight distribution errors. By addressing these factors and focusing on proper setup, alignment, grip, and weight transfer, you can minimize the chances of shanking the ball. Stay tuned for the next section where we will explore the signs ...
- What Is A Golf Shank?
- Common Causes of A Golf Shank
- How to Fix Golf Shanks: Techniques and Drills
- Perform Drills For Stance and Posture
- Bouncing Back After A Shank
A golf shank is when the ball hits the hosel of the golf club instead of the clubface, causing the ball to veer off its intended line. It is quite an embarrassing shot that can damage a golfer’s confidence and ruin rounds. Most golfers, if not all, have hit a shank at one point in their playing career. Even professional golfers who put countless ho...
Incorrect Stance and Posture
One of the biggest causes of a golf shank is having an incorrect stance and posture. If you stand too close or far from the ball, you don’t give yourself enough room to complete your swing, which can cause a shank. The same goes for your posture. If you stand too upright at address, you don’t allow yourself a proper weight transfer for your swing. This means you are using all arms for your swing and can cause the ball to go off the target line. Ensuring your stance and posture are good before...
Grip Issues
A proper grip is crucial in golfas it affects the direction and distance of the ball. Holding the club too tight can cause tension in the arms and hands, leading to poor swing mechanics and shanking the ball. On the other hand, having the club too loosely can cause the clubface to twist, resulting in a slice or hook. To avoid shanking, it is essential to maintain a relaxed grip and ensure the clubface is square to the target at impact. Golfers can practice their grip by holding the club with...
Swing Path Problems
The swing path is the direction that the club head travels during the swing. An incorrect swing path can cause the club head to approach the ball from the wrong angle, resulting in a shank. A correct swing path will allow the clubhead to approach the ball from the inside, creating a square clubface at impact and a straight ball flight. A narrow swing is one of the biggest swing path problems that cause a shank. We must widen our stance and stand further from the ball to correct this. Next, yo...
Analyze and Record Your Swing
Recording your golf swing is a great way to practice and improveyour game. It allows you to analyze your swing in slow motion and diagnose the specific cause of the shank by seeing where the hosel is lagging or where your hands are moving too far away from the body. The Flightscope Mevo is a great swing analyzer and launch monitor that records your video. A tripod or other device is recommended to keep your phone steady while recording. There are two methods for recording your swing, down the...
Stance and Posture Adjustments
1. Check your stance to ensure you aren’t standing too close or far away from the ball. A good rule of thumb is to take your hands and drop them to your side. Straighten them out and have them sitting underneath your chin with the club. This should allow for a proper swing. 2. Make sure your posture isn’t too upright or crouched over. You should be standing shoulder-width apart and your knees slightly bent. Your back shouldn’t be too straight up, but ensure you aren’t crouched over the ball....
Here are a few simple drills that I really like to help you minimize how much you shank the golf ball.
Shanking the golf ball can be embarrassing and frustrating and psychologically impact all golfers. Golf is a mental game, so if your head isn’t in it or you overthink, you tend to overcompensate your actions. If you feel your stance, grip, and swing are all working, you might need to step back and relax. Everyone has bad days on the golf course, in...
21. Apr. 2021 · 1. The in-to-out shank. Otherwise known as the “better player” shank, or the “heel” shank. This happens when your clubhead swinging on a path that is too shallow, on a severe inside-to-out,...
22. Mai 2020 · The golf shank may be the most dreaded shot in the game. You think you’ve got a good shot lined up, then the ball flies low and to the right. Now you’re off course, you’re irritated, and you just wasted stroke. So what can you do? What causes the golf shank, and how can you avoid it on your next round? Here are some quick tips ...
3. Juni 2019 · June 03, 2019. Photo by Walter Iooss Jr. Hitting a shank is bad enough, but they tend to come in bunches. That can really mess with your mind—and your score. Anyone who tells you to forget you...
