Correctly usage of Golf Drivers

Correctly usage of Golf Drivers

 You may find that picking up the driver and attempting to swing it can be quite difficult for high- and medium-handicap golfers. Yes, the driver can help hit the ball for quite a long distance, TaylorMade R9 460 Driver is a good example; however, it can also cause its share of embarrassments on the golf course. With such a large club head, it can be a difficult club to control. Yet, there's no need to throw away your driver.

Give yourself adequate room when hitting the ball with your driver. Don't stand too close to the ball, stay at least 18 inches away and as much as 24 inches from the ball to give yourself room to take a good swing.

Play the ball a bit forward in your stance. Most drivers only have 3 to 6 degrees of loft. To get the ball in the air, play the ball about 1 1/2 ball lengths closer to your front foot than your back. This will enable you to catch the ball on the upswing and sweep it into the air.

Take an athletic position when you hit all your golf clubs, but especially the driver. One of the things you have to do to hit the ball for distance and keep the shot accurate is shift your weight from back to front. This is much easier to do when your knees are flexed slightly and you feel a bit of bounce and movement as you prepare to swing.

Start your swing by rotating your hips toward the back of the tee box. As your hips turn, bring your hands back until they are at about head height. Once you have gone as far as you can with your hips, rotate them in the opposite direction as you bring your hands to the ball.

 Snap your right wrist with authority as you come through the ball. Most people let their left side do all the work and bring their right hand along for the ride. By snapping your right wrist forcefully at impact, you will get maximum distance and keep the ball on track.

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