Making Contact With The Ball…

4:17 pm May 24, 2009

Making Contact

A. Let’s Do It

Congratulations, your swing is now fully initiated, from backswing
to downswing.

We’ve come so far!

It’s now time to make contact with the ball & follow through with
technique.

The contact you make with the ball and the direction (and loft) that it
takes is determined here. If you are going for a straight shot, then the
clubhead must move directly within the target line. If you want your
ball to go left, then the path of the clubhead should point left, and
vice versa, for the right.

Now, at first, it’s not that easy to learn how to correctly steer your
clubhead in relation to where you want the ball to go. This takes
thousands of shots to master.

The downswing will ultimately release your power into the ball.

The hands and forearms should rotate slightly counterclockwise (for
right-handed golfers).

The clubhead then rotates toward the ball until it’s close to
perpendicular to your target line.

B. The Power of Visualization

By visualizing the proper technique, you will better execute the
release of your clubhead.

Imagine your right forearm rotating over your left forearm (for righthanded
golfers) as you make your swing. Once you make contact
with the ball, the right hand and forearm should be gradually turning
towards your left. The backside of your left hand should be facing
the direction of the target line after impact.
And finally, the backside of your right hand should be pointing
skyward.

C. The Follow Through
Every swing results in a “follow through.” This describes what your
club, and the body, looks like after making impact with the ball.
Although the ball is well on its way flying through the air, you still
need to rotate your body and the club in a smooth and graceful
fashion.

Imagine if you suddenly stopped all movement as soon as the ball is
hit. This would reduce clubhead speed (because you would have to
slow before impact).

Not to mention that it might injure you too! Your wrists and hands
are delicate instruments.

Once your swing is done, your hips should be turned just enough so
that your stomach area is facing the target. Most of your weight
should be transferred to the left foot and your right foot should be on
its toes. Your back should be somewhat straight and the club will be
wrapped around the back of your shoulders.

D. Last Minute Tip
Once your body has stopped moving and your follow through is
complete, practice remaining in that position for a few seconds after
each shot. Not only can you watch the flight path of the ball, but if
your body remains still without tilting over, it’s a good sign that you
maintained perfect balance & coordination with the shot.

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