Stop Those Fat Shots

Hitting the ball ‘fat’ or striking the ground behind the ball is a very common problem for high handicappers.

One way to correct it is to try and hit the ball on a lower trajectory while you practice. Do not change the ball position relative to your stance, just try and hit the ball lower.

You do this by keeping your hands slightly forward of the ball at impact. This will, in effect, de-loft the club and result in crisp shots that let the club get the ball well into the air. It will also minimise the tendency to hit behind the ball.