Master Bunker Shots: Tips from Scratch Golf Academy

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In this thrilling episode of Scratch Golf Academy, the legendary Adam Baseljet unveils the closely guarded secrets to mastering those pesky bunker shots. With decades of teaching experience under his belt, Adam dives straight into the most common flaw he's encountered - the dreaded low point too far back. But fear not, for he doesn't just stop at pointing out the problem; oh no, he offers up practical fixes and invaluable insights into weight transfer, divot placement, and swing plane. It's like having a golf whisperer right in your living room, guiding you to golfing greatness with each swing.
As the slow-motion footage rolls, Adam demonstrates the perfect swing - weight transfer, lag, and that crucial impact where the hands meet the ball before the club head. It's a symphony of movement, a ballet of precision that results in a divot placement that would make even the pros nod in approval. But Adam doesn't just leave you with the theory; oh, he takes you right into the practice bunker, drawing lines in the sand, and showing you how to correct that pesky early bottoming out issue. It's like a masterclass in bunker shot wizardry, with Adam as your trusty guide.
But wait, there's more! Adam delves into the common pitfalls that plague golfers, from excessively steep swings to bailing out too soon. He emphasizes the importance of a decent swing plane and how it all ties back to the quality of your fundamentals. And just when you think you've got it all figured out, Adam throws in some instructional nuances - presetting weight, face angles, and even debunking the myth of squatting postures. It's a rollercoaster of golfing wisdom, a journey that promises to transform your bunker game from zero to hero. So buckle up, grab your clubs, and get ready to revolutionize your bunker shots with Scratch Golf Academy and the one and only Adam Baseljet at the helm.

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Hands leading through impact in bunker shots
Technique of having the lowest point of the divot in front of the ball
Weight on the left side in bunker shots
Not making direct contact with the ball in bunker shots
Club hitting the sand just behind the ball in bunker shots
Divot finishing in front of the ball in bunker shots
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Guidance tailored for normal people, not elite athletes
Lesson dispelling fallacies in golf techniques
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