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If I understand what you are asking the butt end of the club (at the top of your swing) should be pointing at the ball or just inside the ball line. If you record yourself DTL (down the line) you should be able to draw a straight line from the butt of the club to the ball. If you are asking about where the butt end should be at the end of the drill it should be point straight back at your belly button or stomach area. If I didn't answer just let me know. Thannks

I'm so glad this will help. I was having the same issue all the sudden so I went back to this drill and it really has been helping me. When you do the drill you can place a piece of tape or something to make sure you aren't hitting the ground or mat fat. That's what I do.

Thank you! I really appreciate it and I'm glad you liked it. It's a problem I still battle and work on it all the time. This is the best drill, even though I hate it! - lol

@myst8217 I started with a baseball grip, too. I have a 1 finger overlap grip, but I will use a baseball grip from time to time to help me feel a better wrist hinge as I tend to get too flat on my backswing. I feel like I pull a little with my trail hand to help me get a better hinge during the start of my swing. I tried the interlock grip and hated it! Gotta go with what feels good and gives you confidence. As long as it's not hurting you at impact. Thanks for the comment 👍

I know that issue well. I've heard it referred to as "chasing the shoulder" because it feels so powerful our bodies want to rip that shoulder away. It sounds like you may have a push going on. I get that too as the ball just goes to the right. Usually a case of swinging in to out, but leaving the face open a little at impact. For the shoulder issue I recommend this quick video from a PGA teacher I know who just did a quick video for me. He talks about having a "sleepy head" during impact which helps me to stop chasing that shoulder. - th-cam.com/video/XMib_Mos2OI/w-d-xo.html Here is a video I really liked on fixing a push slice. I hope these help - th-cam.com/video/eGA6J43Go8A/w-d-xo.htmlsi=iUqmLb2-sRKp1NE5

@@Pfienixgolf Definitely will look into that. My posture is also an issue as one side is much tighter than the other so it's one big focus point really. Thanks for the tips and link!

@pam4280 thank you for your comments. The past few years, I've had some real mental blocks with golf and wanted to share how I've been dealing with them to help others. Just yesterday, I was having a wonderful round, and I hit a Wedge super fat and started beating myself up. Then, I took a deep breath and reminded myself I'm not a robot and made a mistake. I moved on, finished with a bogie on the hole, and saved my round. Golf is so much of a mental game it's crazy! Thanks for your comment and support 😀

@@Pfienixgolf, you’re most welcome.

Thanks for the support. It's very appreciated.

Glad it was helpful! I appreciate the comment.

Thanks for your comment. I've battled hitting hooks for years and this can be a big issue. Also, what I do when I start hitting hooks, and this may help you, is to do some drills making sure your path is more neutral, (ie - place a club head cover on the outside of the ball and make some swings), check your grip to make sure it's not too strong, and finally practice taking some swings feeling like your back stays towards the target as long as possible (this will help you from ripping your shoulders back causing hooks). Comment back if you have any questions.

Here you go. Thanks - amzn.to/3JzZEwh

Thank you! You’ve found my problem. The only part I’m a bit confused on is at 3:36 in the video you say from the top of the backswing the hands move out towards the ball? Wouldn’t that cause an over the top move? I’m thinking I want to get the club in the slot by dropping the hands and straightening the right elbow before the right hip fires through. Your thoughts please. Either way a great video and I must delay firing my hips first. I’ve subscribed!

Thank you for your comment and follow. When I say to move your hands towards the golf ball I may have used incorrect language to describe "my feels". That's just my way of saying to drop your arms down into the slot before firing your hips or turning your shoulders. You are correct, I just chose incorrect language to express what I'm feeling. :) I like to feel like my hands are going right back down the line because I have a tendency to drop my arms to far behind me and then fire my hips too early leaving me really stuck. One drill that has helped, but is tough is to place a golf ball down on the ground. Then, put a golf ball in your trail hand. Go to the top of your swing and then throw the golf ball in your trail hand at the ball on the ground trying to hit it. Or, place a quarter down and do the same. Again, thanks so much for the comment and follow. Please write any questions you have and I'll do my best to answer or share with you a video. Take care!

Thank you. I always try to be as clear as possible.

Thanks for the comment. I agree with you, as I've seen his videos, but for me, personally, I like to feel more that my trail arm needs to get in front of my trail hip vs feeling the shoulder. Even though I'm "feeling" my trail arm it's really my trail shoulder that is getting down closer to the ball first like you said. Similar to skipping a stone.

This is one of my major problems in my swing. My hips spin out way to soon. This causes me to flip or most of the time come over the top with my trail shoulder. My hands are very fast and outrun my body rotation. I think I will also be buying a gear tie! Thanks for the video buddy. Live laugh and golf!😊

Glad it was helpful!

Yes, I agree. If your hips win the race your arms can get stuck and cause that. I find when I have the occasional shanks it's all about me moving closer to the ball during my down swing. Make sure you are keeping a steady head during the back swing.

Thank you. This drill is really challenging for me, but I always play better after doing it for a bit.

I completely agree and so many times in my videos I talk about how important it is to have a professional evaluate your swing as you most likely have a problem that is causing EE or something else. Then, you can make sure you a practicing the correct drill vs. just shooting from the hip. It's easy to get a bad habit going by practicing something that really isn't a problem. I appreciate the comment as I think you added a really good explanation for any viewers.

Thank you! I appreciate it.

Glad it was helpful!

What's impossible?

Yes, I've found the same thing. Plus, you see so many pros talk about having a lighter grip can help you increase swing speed. I also find it helps me calm down before a big shot so I'm not as nervous. Glad you liked the tip!

Yes, this is a great drill to help you get a feel for a proper club path. You can also use cheap sponges to create a gateway to swing through. I've even used yoga blocks or a piece of wood. When I go to the range before a round I will use some tees to swing through. Then, I know my path is good before the round. I hope this drill helps you.

Yes, that's actually another short that I will be posting soon. The only issue with that drill is I've seen golfers who have such a bad "over the top" move their whole upper body turns so they can keep the towel under their arm and keep it there. With this, having something in the way you could hit can be more effective in my opinion. Thanks for commenting!

@tonyshans2226 Thanks for your comments and I'm hoping the tips I shared can help you out. I used to crouch really badly and would basically jump back from the ball. Finally, I learned if I stood a little taller I could get down to the ball. It feels very weird like I'm 100ft over the ball, but when I record myself I'm perfect - lol. Yes, I accidentally left my phone in the upright position when I recorded the video, so I will making future vids horizontal. Thanks again for watching and commenting. Very appreciated. Take care

Glad it was helpful!