Knockdown Shots: 1 Key Adjustment for Beginners

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Master⁢ the Knockdown Shot: A Simple Adjustment for Windy ‍Conditions⁤ and Precise Approach Shots

Welcome to⁤ Play Smart, a regular GOLF.com game-improvement column designed to help you become a smarter, better golfer. Having a reliable swing for ideal conditions is great, but sometimes you need to adapt to get the ball close to the hole.One of the most popular adjustments is the knockdown ⁣shot.

The knockdown shot is all about taking a little yardage off your normal shot. This is notably useful when it’s windy and you need ⁢less spin,or when you simply want to hit a more controlled shot.Learning the ‍knockdown⁤ isn’t‍ elaborate, and we’ve covered it before. However, to truly master⁢ it, there’s one key adjustment to remember in ⁢your setup. As Colt Knost explains, ⁤the secret lies in your stance.

“One thing, and I learned this⁢ from the great Randy Smith, that’ll help your start line – you’ve got to open your stance a little bit,” Knost says.

Here’s how it works: moving ⁣the ball back in your stance naturally creates a swing path that tends ⁢to draw the ball. By opening your stance slightly – meaning angling your feet slightly to the right for a right-handed golfer – you ⁣offset that path and ensure a⁢ straighter ball flight.

“By opening your stance, you’ll improve your start line,” Knost explains.”So many people hit pulls when they try this shot ⁣as their⁣ stance⁢ is closed.”

So, next time you’re facing a challenging wind or need a precise ⁢approach, remember ‍this simple adjustment. Move the ball back, take one more club, and open your stance. You’ll⁢ be hitting knockdowns like a pro in no time.