What causes a golf ball to Shank?
The main cause of shanking the golf ball is a strike that is too far out of the heel of the club, close to the hosel. This generally comes about because your set up is too close to the ball, or you tip forward towards the ball during the swing. Try setting up farther away from the ball and maintaining head position throughout your swing.
What does it mean to Shank a golf chip?
Here is a classic example of a shanked chip shot: When you hit the golf ball off the hosel, the ball travels super low and far to the right, assuming you’re right-handed. If you’re left-handed, the ball veers to the left. To put it another way, a golf shank is the quickest way to turn one of the most popular sports into a frustrating pastime.
How do you stop shanking the golf ball?
To stop shanking the golf ball, one must first understand what golf swing flaw is causing the shanked shots. In this golf lesson article and subsequent video by Herman Williams, PGA Professional in Raleigh, NC, we will discover both the causes and the cure for the shank. First, a definition.
Why am I shanking my irons so much?
A shank is typically caused by striking the ball on the hosel. Why am I shanking my irons all of a sudden? You may start shanking your irons out of nowhere due to swing changes that have impacted other parts of your swing.