Rules of Golf Explained: Bunkers

Golf - Bunkers - Control Your Low Point ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Gain better control of your low point with this simple technique. The low point in your swing is determined by where your weight or pressure is at the moment of impact. To start, your ball position needs to be closer to your lead foot which places your club’s ideal entry point closer to the center of your stance. Begin by placing more pressure on your lead side and maintaining that pressure as you make your backswing. Avoid making

Golf - Bunkers - Long Bunker Shots ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Longer greenside bunker shots are one of the hardest shots in golf. Your technique should remain the same as a shorter bunker shot with the exception of using a less lofted club. If you normally hit a sand or lob wedge on your shorter bunker shots, consider taking a pitching wedge or a 9 iron for your longer bunker shots. The lower loft will help drive the ball forward producing more rollout instead of sliding underneath the ball and p