This One Golf Drill Solves Your Downswing Problems
PGA Instructor Scott Yurgalevicz breaks down the 'Bowler Drill,' a technique inspired by Scottie Scheffler's unique trail foot slide. This drill is designed to help golfers control the rate of hip rotation during the downswing to prevent early extension and over-the-top movements. By presetting the trail foot back and feeling 'stuck in the mud,' players can improve their ball striking and maintain a better swing arc.
The 'Scheffler Shuffle' (trail foot sliding back) is actually a mechanism to control hip rotation speed.
Over-rotating the hips too early often leads to an over-the-top path or a 'tilt and flip' compensation.
To perform the Bowler Drill, preset your trail foot about 12 inches behind your lead foot and keep it planted during the swing.
Maintain forward pressure in the lead shoulder to control the low point and avoid thin or fat shots.
Use auxiliary drills like the Armpit Tee Drill to ensure the arms work around the body in a proper arc.