PGA Pro Marcus Edblad demonstrates a simple yet effective drill focused on 'controlling the toe' of the golf club to master ball flight. By using a clock-face visualization and practicing intentional hooks and slices, golfers can develop the hand feel necessary to eliminate slices and improve accuracy. Edblad emphasizes that understanding the relationship between the club toe and the spine is the fastest way to gain control over the ball.
At impact and follow-through, the toe of the club should ideally be parallel to your spine (pointing 'up').
Use a clock-face visual: pointing the toe toward 3:00 causes a slice, while 9:00 causes a hook.
Practice hitting intentional hooks and slices to 'calibrate' your hands and brain to the clubface's orientation.
Don't overthink hip rotation or lag; focus on what the clubhead is doing to produce the desired result.
Lead arm practice is essential for teaching the lead hand to understand how to open, close, or square the face.
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