If your irons feel weak off the face or you’re constantly missing your yardage, the problem likely comes down to one of three things — and none of them require a complicated swing overhaul
In this video, PGA Golf Coach Georgia Ball walks through the three biggest mistakes she sees in iron play and gives you a practical drill for each. Whether you’re thinning it, losing distance, or just not trusting your club selection, this is a straightforward session suited to any handicap level
Key Takeaways
- Strike location is everything Georgia uses a simple two ball gate drill place a ball either side of the one you’re hitting to train centre face contact If you’re catching it off the heel or toe you’re losing distance and accuracy no matter how fast you swing Foot spray or impact stickers on the face are another quick way to check where you’re actually making contact
- Rotation creates the power not the arms The drill here place the club across your chest and practise turning your lead shoulder and lead hip down toward the ball on the backswing then let the hips fire first on the downswing If your trail foot stays planted you’re bleeding speed Let it release through and you’ll hear the difference
- Know your yardages and adjust for conditions No swing change needed just use a rangefinder learn the distance each club carries and factor in wind Georgia suggests a simple rule one club up into the wind one club down with it If you’re unsure of your numbers spend time on the range hitting to different flags until they stick
Hit play to watch Georgia talk you through each drill in full For more of her coaching head to georgiaball.com and don’t forget to subscribe to Women & Golf so you never miss a lesson
