Setup Distance and Rotation Check (Shanks)
| Target Fault | Focus Area |
|---|---|
| Shanking | Setup/Impact |
Why This Drill Works (Kinetic Mechanics)
This fix targets the two most common shank triggers: poor setup distance and posture, and weight or the swing low point moving too far toward the ball; restoring balance and full body rotation through impact keeps the clubface center, not the hosel, meeting the ball.
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.
Check your distance from the ball at address: standing too close is one of the most common setup causes of shanking.
Check that your weight stays balanced through the swing rather than drifting toward your toes or the ball, which pushes the hosel closer to the ball at impact.
Focus on rotating your body fully through impact rather than letting the arms and hands take over, since stalled rotation is a common swing cause of shanks.
Hit a series of slow, controlled shots checking these setup and rotation checkpoints before building back up to full speed.
Swing Faults & Ball Flights Addressed
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