Coach’s Answer
Your question: “I'm chunking my short irons”
We’re about to groove it. 🎵 A few quick tweaks will get you back on track this.
Chunking with your short irons often comes from a lack of proper sequencing and timing. Focus on maintaining a good hip hinge throughout your swing. This will help you stay in posture and allow your hands to move smoothly through impact, rather than trying to muscle the shot with your arms.
Make sure you're not pulling down on the club too early. Instead, ignite your lower body first to create a natural flow into your downswing. This will help you avoid that "chicken wing" effect, where your lead arm disconnects from your body, leading to inconsistent strikes [1 p.4][9 p.9].
To improve your hand speed, practice a drill where you start with your hands at waist height. As you swing, focus on releasing the club when your hands reach the thigh level. This will promote a quicker release and help you strike the ball cleanly [8 p.8].
Key Points
- Maintain a solid hip hinge for better posture.
- Ignite your lower body before your hands in the downswing.
- Practice releasing the club at thigh level for improved speed.
