WhyGolf explains why mastering the start line is the single most important factor for predictable ball flight and accuracy. The video demonstrates how using physical gates provides immediate feedback on face angle at impact, helping golfers narrow their dispersion. Viewers will learn why a consistent start line is the foundation of high-level ball striking.
Start line is approximately 80% determined by the clubface angle at impact.
Using a physical gate in front of the ball creates an objective pass/fail metric for every shot.
If you can't control your start line, you cannot effectively play for a specific shot shape like a draw or fade.
Practicing with a visual aid helps calibrate the golfer's 'feel' versus the actual 'real' face angle.
Consistency in start line allows for much larger margins of error on the golf course.
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