Golf instructor Brit Golf Dad breaks down the physics behind playing shots when the ball is above your feet. He demonstrates how raising the club tilts the loft vector left, causing shots to pull, and details simple adjustments—including opening the clubface and taking extra club—to maintain target alignment.
On a ball-high slope, raising the club causes the 3D loft vector to point left of the target.
Open the clubface slightly at address to realign the start line directly toward your target.
Select at least one extra club because opening the face adds effective loft and reduces power.
On severe slopes, position your hands about half an inch forward and swing normally.
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