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Stick the Landing
By Jim Hafner, Head Golf Professional, Lake Jovita Golf & Country Club

Jim Hafner

We hear so much during the Olympic Gymnastics competition about, “sticking the landing”. Though it is only one component of the routine, it is what defines a performance and the last thing the judges and audiences see.

The same can be said for a golf shot. So much can be gained through the swing if we just concentrate on where we want to “land”. For right handed players, every swing should finish with the golfer facing the target, firmly flat on their left foot, and up on their right toe. Hold that pose until the ball hits the ground. Getting there ensures good balance, a full turn, and a proper weight transfer.

Stick the landing to finish each shot and score a golf swing perfect ten.