In this instructional video, Warren Bennett introduces the 'Freezer Drill' as a versatile tool for correcting both slices and hooks. By pausing in the downswing, golfers can consciously adjust their club path and hand orientation to either encourage a draw or stabilize a fade. Bennett emphasizes the relationship between the right elbow and the release to help players achieve a more neutral, consistent ball flight.
The Freezer Drill involves stopping at a 3/4 downswing position with hands near the right foot to check the club's 'slot'.
To fix a slice, keep the right elbow tucked and the club head behind the hands at the pause, then release past your nose.
To fix a hook, feel the club head 'outside' the hands at the pause and use body rotation to hold off the release through impact.
Your elbow acts as a guide for your wrist; keeping the right arm bent longer helps maintain the proper shaft angle for a better release.
Bridge the gap between drill and game by performing slow-motion swings that transition from the 'freeze' position into a full finish.