Most amateurs fear a sand shot more than any other shot in
golf.
Most amateurs fear a sand shot more than any other shot in golf.
This stems from the fact that we don’t get a chance to practice them very often. Our practice usually comes on the course when we land in a bunker and by then it’s too late.
The main fault that most players have is just simply leaving the ball in the bunker after a couple of swings at it. This usually comes from digging to deep into the sand and thus not getting any energy transfer to the ball.
The shortcut to succesfull sand play is in the set up. Most players place the ball too far back in their stance and with too much weight on their front foot. This is what causes the digging action deep into the sand.
To cure this, play the ball farther forward in your stance and balance your weight when you dig in with your feet. This will allow you to splash the sand out from under the ball and not dig. You only want a thin slice of sand coming out with the ball, not half of the bunker.
Remember when all else fails take a lesson. You’ll be surprised how much we can help.
To schedule a lesson with PGA-certified instructor Don DeLorenzo, call Gilroy GC at 848-0490.
