3 Common Mistakes with Your Driver and How to Fix Them

TLDRLearn how to avoid three common mistakes with your driver that can hinder your performance. Find out how to set up correctly, generate speed from the ground up, and release the club at the right time for better results.

Key insights

🎯Before swinging, check the direction the tee is pointing and adjust your setup if necessary.

Generate speed by letting the club head pass your hands at the right time in the swing.

🏌️Practice releasing the club to improve your strike and get a better shot.

Q&A

What should I do if the tee points towards potential trouble?

Adjust your setup and aim slightly to the left or right to avoid obstacles.

Why am I not getting a solid strike with my driver?

You may be glancing the ball due to a poor swing path. Practice letting the club track in and out of the cane guides to improve your strike.

How can I generate more speed with my driver?

Focus on generating power from the ground up and practice releasing the club at the right time for maximum speed.

Should I try to hit the driver as hard as possible?

No, generating speed should come from proper technique and timing, not from excessive effort.

Should I release the club early in my swing?

No, the release should happen at the right time in the downswing to ensure proper contact with the ball.

Timestamped Summary

00:00Introduction and overview of the three common mistakes with the driver.

02:39Explaining the first mistake: not adjusting the setup based on the direction of the tee.

06:32Demonstrating the second mistake: not generating speed from the ground up.

08:31Explaining the third mistake: not releasing the club at the right time for better strike.