The Unexpected Secret To Striking Your Irons Like The Pros
PGA instructor Danny Maude identifies lead wrist cupping as the 'corrupting flaw' that prevents consistent iron striking. Using a simple credit card drill and a 'toe-down' impact sensation, he shows golfers how to square the face early and achieve pro-level compression. The video also features the HackMotion sensor to provide real-time biofeedback on wrist angles during the strike.
Proper iron setup requires the ball to be one club-width inside the lead heel and the handle inside the lead thigh.
Cupping the lead wrist at the top of the backswing opens the clubface, leading to a weak, flicky impact.
The credit card drill provides immediate feedback to keep the lead wrist flat or slightly bowed during the swing.
To hit down on the ball, visualize 'throwing' the toe of the clubhead into the turf to naturally create shaft lean.
Consistent compression is only possible if the clubface is squared before impact, reducing the need for timing-based corrections.