Alignment Stick Takeaway Drill
| Target Fault | Focus Area |
|---|---|
| Disconnected Takeaway | Takeaway |
Why This Drill Works (Kinetic Mechanics)
Using the stick as an extension of the shaft provides tactile feedback on connection. If you roll your wrists or lift your arms early, the stick will leave your side instantly.
How to Perform the Drill
The coach gives no set rep count. Our general guideline: 3 sets of 10 slow rehearsal reps, then half swings with a ball, adding speed only once the steps feel natural.
Place an alignment stick alongside the grip of the club, extending up under your lead armpit/side.
Takeaway (First Foot): Move the club with your chest. The stick must stay in contact with your lead side.
Wrist Hinge: As hands pass the trail thigh, hinge the wrists so the stick slides down your lead thigh.
Check Position: At lead arm parallel, the stick should point slightly inside the target line.
Swing Faults & Ball Flights Addressed
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