Golf Setup Secrets: Mastering the Perfect Sand Shot!
In this Golf Life lesson, learn key setup adjustments and swing mechanics for executing soft, reliable sand shots. The video covers proper stance width, clubface orientation, and how to control ball flight out of greenside bunkers.
Open the clubface slightly before taking your grip to utilize the bounce of your sand wedge.
Widen your stance and dig your feet into the sand for a stable foundation.
Target the entry point in the sand 1 to 2 inches behind the ball rather than hitting the ball directly.
Maintain swing acceleration through impact to ensure the ball splashes cleanly out onto the green.
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