Ball Throwing — Golf Drill

Ball throwing golf drills are dynamic training exercises that use the natural motion of a toss to teach golfers how to deliver the club from the inside with a shallow, compressed strike. Specifically designed for high-handicappers struggling with a slice and competitive players looking to refine their wedge game, these drills solve the common problem of an "over-the-top" swing path and early release. We’ve all felt that frustration: standing over a short approach, only to "flip" the wrists and w

How long does it take to see results from ball throwing drills?

Most golfers feel a change in their 'path' awareness within 10-15 focused throws. To translate this to your actual swing, you should alternate between 5 throws and 5 shots with a club during a 30-minute practice session.

Can I practice these drills at home?

Yes! You don't need a full range. You can throw into a net or even use a soft 'impact ball' against a wall to feel the trail wrist extension and the inside-out delivery path.

What if I keep throwing the ball straight into the ground?

This usually means you are being too steep. Focus on [Marcus Edblad's](/creator/golfwithmarcusedblad) advice: throw the ball 'out' toward the target rather than 'down' at the ball's position.

How each of them teaches it

Coaches who demonstrate the ball throwing drill, each linked at the second they start.

  1. Paul Wilson Golf: Golf Driver Distance: Unlock Power with Your Legs & Hips! #golftips #golf #shorts (from 0:11). Throw golf balls target-ward to feel natural lower-body weight transfer and hip rotation, then translate that feeling into the golf swing.
  2. Matt Baker Golf | Malaska Certified Coach: Stop Rolling the Arms in the Golf Swing | The Throw Release Explained (from 1:58). Mimicking a natural ball-throwing motion to feel the wrist hinge and release without twisting the forearm or 'rolling' the arms.
  3. Paul Wilson Golf: Stop and Switch Drill To Get Your Legs Moving #golftips #golf #shorts (from 1:13). Using a throwing motion to feel how the legs and hips shift weight before the arm 'whips' through to release the ball.
  4. Your guide to better golf - Marcus Edblad PGA Pro: The simple push will give you speed and control… (from 1:31). Throwing a golf ball with one hand to feel how the arm extension creates power and speed compared to just using the wrist or body.

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