How to Drive a Golf Wood Straight
Learning to drive a long, straight shot off the tee will enhance your golf game. Driving is a skill that helps you drop the ball onto the fairway, setting you up for a better shot at the hole. Here are some tips to make your drive more competitive.
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Check your stance to make sure your lead foot is straight. If the ball is going to the left or the right immediately, you might be pointed in the wrong direction. A great golf tip to remember is that your ball will move in whatever direction your lead foot is pointed.
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Hit the ball with a closed club face. This means you want to strike the ball in the center of the wood driver and keep the driver flat, so the front and the end move together rather than at an angle.
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Guide the wood driver with your non-dominant hand for a clean, powerful swing. Let your dominant hand provide the support.
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Practice your drive at the driving range and on the course as well. Make a mental list of golf tips and check off each item as you set up your drive. By focusing on technique, you'll see an improvement in the strength and direction of your drive.
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