The Proper Way to Grip a Golf Club
There are several correct ways to grip a golf club, and it doesn't matter what the grip is in terms of teeing off or putting. The golfer can grip the ball incorrectly, leading to errant shots.
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Lead Hand and Trailing Hand
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The lead hand is the left hand for right-handed golfers, while the trailing hand is the right hand. The opposite is true for left-handed golfers.
The Baseball Grip
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You would grip the club the exact way you would a baseball bat. All 10 fingers must be on the grip of the club. Beginner golfers commonly use this grip until they get comfortable with the Vardon or interlocking grip.
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Vardon Grip
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This grip is one taught most by instructors. The little finger of the leading hand overlaps, but doesn't interlocks, between the trailing hand's index and middle fingers. The thumb on the lead hand lies directly in line with the club.
Interlocking Grip
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With this grip, the trailing hand's little finger should interlock with the trailing hand's index finger. Both thumbs are in line with the life line.
Hockey Puck Grip
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This grip is rarely used. When it is, they are used on putts with off-balance clubs. The lead hand grips the club toward the top hand, while the trailing hand grips a lower portion of the club.
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