More Sand Game TipsOut to In Swing Path in a Greenside BunkerAnother sand game tip is to focus on having a correct swing path. Your swing in a greenside bunker should have a slight out to in swing path. This will help to generate more spin out of the sand and will also help you hit in higher and get it out of the bunker more easily. Make sure to setup up correctly with an open stance and open clubface, this will help promote the proper swing path out of the bunker. Then simply start the swing along the same line as your feet which will take the club outside. On the followthrough, you'll come back down more along the inside path so you'll swing along the line on which your clubface is open. This swing path creates a slight loop in your swing. The out to in swing path will help to generate spin with your bunker shots out of the sand.
Hit Down on the Sand Behind the Golf BallIf you are keeping your weight on your left side or on your front foot, you will naturally be able to hit down on the sand. Pick a shot two inches behind the ball and hit that spot. Do not try to hit the golf ball or you will have a lot of problems with consistency. Make your normal full swing and simply hit the sand first. Make sure to hit down on the sand but still follow through and finish your swing. Don't just chop at the ball. You are still making a swing, just hit down on the sand during impact instead of trying to hit the ball. This is probably the most important fundamental for a successful sand shot. Many amateur golfers will try to scoop or pick the ball out of the sand traps. This will lead to struggles in the bunker and much inconsistency. Keeping your weight on your left side will help you to hit down on the sand behind the golf ball. Also, your hands will be able to lead slightly ahead of the golf ball at impact. Make sure your hands are leading the clubhead slightly when hitting out of the sand. If you are releasing the club too early and the clubhead is getting to the sand with your hands behind, you probably are going to struggle quite a bit just getting out of the sand consistently. Make sure to keep your weight more on your left side and keep it there throughout your swing in the bunker. Then hit down on the sand behind the ball and watch your successful escapes out of the bunkers.Return From More Sand Game Tips To Sand Game
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