Jimmy Ballard demonstrates the classic Split Hand Drill, famously used by U.S. Open Champion Curtis Strange to maintain connection. The drill emphasizes the left arm as the 'inner force' and the right arm as the 'outer centrifugal force' to ensure the club squares naturally. Ballard explains how separating the hands prevents pulling the club and helps golfers feel the correct plane and forces throughout the swing.
Separate your hands on the club to better feel the centrifugal forces of the swing.
The left arm should act as the short, inner force while the right arm acts as the long, outer force.
Using split hands helps prevent 'pulling' the club, which creates bad angles and makes squaring the face difficult.
Incorporate split-hand practice swings into your routine, then move your hands together to replicate the sensation.
This drill was a fundamental practice technique for major champion Curtis Strange.