This HEADCOVER Drill Will Get You More CONNECTED!
Curated PGA Drill by Porzak Golf
Takeaway
3 sets of 10 slow rehearsal reps
Golf club, alignment stick (optional)
Beginner
Why This Drill Works (Kinetic Mechanics)
Keeping a headcover pinned under the lead armpit gives instant feedback when the arms separate from the torso; training the chest and core to initiate the takeaway keeps the club connected and on a better path away from the ball instead of the arms pushing it outside.
How to Perform the Drill
Follow these step-by-step instructions. Rehearse slowly to build proper motor patterns before adding full swing speed.
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Step 1
Tuck a headcover, or a glove, snugly under your lead armpit at address.
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Step 2
Make slow half-swings, keeping the headcover trapped in place as you start the club away with chest and torso rotation rather than your arms.
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Step 3
If the headcover drops during the takeaway, the lead arm has disconnected and pushed the club away from the body early: reset and repeat.
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Step 4
Gradually build from half-swings to fuller swings while keeping the headcover in place through the takeaway.
What Good Feels Like
Focus on smooth tempo and maintaining body connection through impact. Your body and club should move as a single synchronized unit.
Common Mistake to Avoid
Rushing transition before completing backswing or lunging upper body forward towards ball at impact. Keep movement controlled.
Swing Faults & Ball Flights Addressed
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