Poor alignment costs more strokes than most golfers realize, yet it's the easiest fundamental to fix once you understand the proper techniques. [Danny Maude](/creator/danielmaude) demonstrates how many players blame their swing mechanics when the real culprit is simply aiming in the wrong direction, while [Matt Fryer Golf](/creator/mattfryergolf) shows exactly how to find your optimal distance from the ball using the two-fist method that creates consistent ball position every time. The challeng
According to Danny Maude, this inconsistency often comes from alignment and setup issues that golfers don't realize are changing between shots. What feels like the same swing actually isn't when your stance, ball position, or distance from the ball varies slightly each time.
Matt Fryer explains there's a simple way to find the correct distance for every club in your bag. If you stand too close, the shaft raises up and affects ball contact, while standing too far creates other swing issues.
Georgia Ball Golf emphasizes that the secret to straighter drives has a lot to do with what happens before you swing, not just the swing itself. Todd Graves also stresses the importance of a consistent pre-shot routine with three specific steps to eliminate inconsistency.