Are big blocks and snap hooks killing your scores and costing you strokes every round?
You need to look more like Woods than Piercy at this point in the downswing. Watch the video for a great swing thought (about 6:40 in) to get you there.
If so, the free video at the end of the article may help you identify the culprit — and an AI swing analyzer can pinpoint exactly where your swing is breaking down.
Want to feel this in YOUR swing? Try a free AI-powered golf lesson → — GOATY gives you real-time voice coaching, pose tracking, and instant feedback on every rep.
A lot of better players I see have a tendency to get stuck in their downswings.
This means the club path is coming too far from the inside and swings out to "right field" through impact.
There is no choice but to flip the club face during the release in an effort to save the shot.
This swing flaw often stems from an attempt to increase distance. Many players develop this habit as children to try and keep up with their older competitors.
Yes, it can be powerful, but consistency is sacrificed because rotating the club face so much through impact is tough to time.
I played with many college teammates that would block the ball 60, 70, even 80 yards to the trail side as they bombed 300+ yard drives, clearly the result of getting stuck on the downswing.
Scott Piercy is having similar results. He is 15th in driving distance (just over 300 yards) but 154th in driving accuracy.
This can lead to many of his hot and cold rounds.
So, if you want to
- find out if you are getting stuck,
- hear a great swing thought for getting your hands more in front of your body,
- eliminate the blocks and hooks, or
- find out what SECRET lies in the trail forearm that can fix your stuck position forever,
you will want to watch this video right now!
Fix Your Flying Elbow & Stop Getting Stuck
The GOAT Drill system is built around eliminating exactly these impact position flaws — training your body to deliver the club on the correct with proper sequencing from trail side to lead side. Check out some of the articles and videos we have that cover, in much greater detail, both the good and the bad from this swing analysis:
How to Stop Getting Stuck in Your Golf Swing
Learn techniques to improve your golf swing and avoid getting stuck during your downswing.
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Identify Your Swing Flaws
Begin by analyzing your swing to determine if you are getting stuck in your downswing. Look for signs such as a club path coming too far from the inside and swinging out to the right through impact.
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Watch the Instructional Video
View the recommended video around the 6:40 mark for a swing thought that can help you adjust your downswing. This visual aid will provide insights on how to improve your swing mechanics.
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Practice the GOAT Drill
Engage in the GOAT Drill system, which focuses on eliminating impact position flaws. This drill trains your body to deliver the club on the correct swing plane with proper sequencing.
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Focus on Hand Position
Work on getting your hands more in front of your body during the downswing. This adjustment can help you eliminate blocks and hooks, leading to a more consistent swing.
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Understand the Role of the Trail Forearm
Learn about the importance of your trail forearm in maintaining the correct swing position. This knowledge can help you fix your stuck position and improve your overall swing.
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Seek Real-Time Feedback
Consider using AI-powered golf lessons for real-time voice coaching and pose tracking. This technology can provide instant feedback on your swing and help you make necessary adjustments.
Watch part 2 now to see how you're moving your body in the opposite direction of the pros!
