THE TECHNIQUE: THE CONFIDENT SAND SPLASH
This technique is all about commitment and generating that powerful sand explosion.
1. The Swing Path:
• Because your body is aimed slightly open, your swing path will naturally follow that body line, creating a gentle “out-to- in” motion relative to your target. Allow your body alignment to guide this path. (The pictures will illustrate this natural swing arc). 2. The Impact (The “Splash”): • Your primary focus here is to strike the sand first, aiming about one to two inches behind the ball. • When your club makes contact with the sand, you’ll feel resistance. This is the moment to maintain and even increase your acceleration through impact. Imagine splashing a large quantity of sand onto the green – you need to commit to that forceful motion. The sand itself will act as a cushion, slowing the club head slightly, but crucially, it will also push the ball out. “scoop” or lift the ball. This often leads to poor contact. Trust the sand to do the work. • Commit fully to your swing, completing a natural follow- through, much like you would with a full swing. Don’t stop your swing short after impact. You want to propel that sand forward. • Maintain stability in your lower body throughout the swing. Avoid any tendency to lean back or shift your weight away from the target, which can cause mis-hits. • Important: Do not try to 3. The Follow-Through:
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