Stop Changing Your Swing for Every Club (Jimmy Ballard Explains Why)

Jimmy Ballard explains why golfers should use the exact same swing motion across all clubs, from short wedges to the driver. He demonstrates how maintaining connection, arm extension, and measuring to the bottom of the ball ensures solid contact without altering your swing mechanics.

• Maintain the same full swing motion, connection, and arm extension regardless of the club being hit.
• Club length naturally dictates how far you stand from the ball and the width of your swing arc without reaching.
• Always measure to the bottom of the ball at address to ensure proper low-point contact and crisp impact.
• Tee up your driver so the top edge of the clubhead aligns with the equator (middle) of the golf ball.

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