Lesson Corner-
Simple Bunker Thought for a Dollar
This is a good tip for the beginner golfer as well as a terrific visual reminder for everyone.
The bunker shot is very challenging for numerous reasons. Not the least of which is the varying conditions of sand bunkers from course to course. One of the challenges in executing the basic shot, is learning how far to strike the sand behind the ball.
In most cases, you can visualize that your ball is sitting in the middle of a dollar bill. What you want to do is strike the sand at a point behind the ball that would represent the back edge of the bill. You want to swing as if you want to get down and through the sand enough to send the ball and dollar bill out of the bunker.
If the sand is compacted or wet, you will want to aim a bit closer and try to knife the ball out.......but that's a lesson for another time.
Good Luck,
Tom Clooney, PGA
www.IslandwoodCountryClub.com
