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Old June 27th, 2008, 09:35 PM
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Re: Riddle Me This

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Originally Posted by NineteenHoleGolfer View Post
I am hitting averything straight left 10-20yrds. (5-iron), with my little draw. So I figure I am maybe swinging over the top a little. So I double and triple check and I don't think so. So I check my divots and they are right down the line, not too deep-very nice. So anybody know how your divots can be right down the line and hit it staight left.
What do you mean by 'straight left' with a little draw (which curves to the left, for a righthander)? The down-the-line swing (and divot) with a closed clubface would be expected to cause a draw.

As to why you are closing your clubface, the previous posts had some great pointers. In addition, is it possible that you are not shifting your weight properly, hanging back a bit? If your body stays behind compared to your arms/shoulders, it would result in a premature closing of the clubface. You would know from a slightly awkward follow-though move, and a less than perfectly balanced finish position, with your club ending up down your back.

Good luck! It sounds like you are close. It sounds playable also: If you can count on it happening, just aim right a bit until you fix it!
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