The driver is the longest club in the bag. Being the longest club, means it is harder to wield and more difficult to control than the rest of the clubs.
The key to solid driving is simple; Don't overdo it and let the club do the work. For many amateurs, the driver carries with a stigma that causes many to over swing in an effort to produce long drives. The opposite often occurs and the mishits are many.
The key to consistent driving is a proper set up, smooth tempo and confidence in the driver.
Set up a drive with the driver by taking a wide stance and positioning the ball much forward in the stance. The ball should be opposite the forward breast and just inside the forward instep.
Lean away from the ball by tilting the spine. The hands and shaft should be even with the ball with the weight centered between the feet.
Make a slow, smooth take away with the hips, shoulders and arms while shifting the body weight onto the rear foot.
Work the club up into a full swing. Transition into the downswing by shifting the body weight to the front foot while allowing the arms to drop.
Turn the hips while maintaining the wrist hinge that was naturally created in the backswing. While turning the hips, the arms will whip through the ball and the club will release.
Finish in a high position. Finishing in a high position will ensure that acceleration was made through the ball.
Let the club do all the work and resist the urge to help send the ball 300 yards with the arms. Spinning the hips through the swing will produce all of the club head speed needed to launch the ball far.
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