Mastering the 100 Yard Shot: Nail the Perfect Distance

TLDRLearn how to consistently hit a precise 100 yard shot by managing contact and dynamic loft. Landing the club in a specific channel and controlling loft are key factors. Use feedback and launch monitors to fine-tune your technique. Practice driving a tee into the ground to improve your impact and achieve a lower launch trajectory.

Key insights

🎯A stock 100 yard shot can be easy to control if you use a club you know the stock yardage for.

🏌️Managing clubhead speed and swing length is crucial for controlling distance in shorter shots.

💥Delivering the right amount of dynamic loft at impact is essential for consistent results.

🌱Create a narrow channel to practice landing the club and develop a repeatable contact point.

🔨Train yourself to drive a tee into the ground to improve your ability to deliver the correct loft.

Q&A

Why is it important to control the loft in a 100 yard shot?

Controlling loft allows you to hit the ball the desired distance and trajectory, avoiding under- or over-shooting the green.

How can I determine the stock yardage for my clubs?

You can gather data by hitting shots with each club and measuring the average distance. This will give you a baseline for your stock yardages.

What is dynamic loft?

Dynamic loft refers to the effective loft of the club at impact, which is influenced by factors such as shaft lean, angle of attack, and ball position.

How can I improve my contact and strike the ball consistently?

Practicing with a narrow channel can help you develop a repeatable contact point and improve your chances of striking the ball consistently.

What drills can I do to improve my ability to control loft?

One effective drill is driving a tee into the ground with your clubhead. This helps train your hands to lead the clubhead and deliver the correct loft.

Timestamped Summary

00:00Introduction to the importance of the 100 yard shot in golf.

01:59Discuss the factors that make a 100 yard shot easy or difficult to control.

04:46Demonstration of creating a narrow channel for practicing club contact.

08:30Exploration of the concept of dynamic loft and its impact on shot distance and trajectory.

10:15Guided practice of driving a tee into the ground to improve loft control.

11:57Final thoughts on achieving a precise 100 yard shot.