Most Golfers Don't Know About These 3 Short Game Killers
PGA instructor James Ridyard breaks down three 'death moves' that sabotage short game performance: lowering the body toward the ground, neglecting body rotation due to an open setup, and releasing the clubhead too early. He provides technical fixes and the 'Checkpoint Drill' to help golfers achieve consistent contact and better control around the greens.
Maintain your height through impact; lowering your body moves the low point behind the ball, causing fat and thin shots.
Avoid a 'hands-only' chip by ensuring your body rotates to move the club, rather than relying solely on wrist action.
The 'too wide too soon' fault occurs when the club and arm line up before impact, leading to flipping and inconsistent ground contact.
Use the Checkpoint Drill: When hands return to their starting position, there should still be an angle between the arm and club.
Technique is the foundation; without sound mechanics, your skill and performance will reach a ceiling regardless of practice volume.