5 keys to mark from rough

As summer approaches, many players from the southern warm states escape to the coldest northern destinations to beat the heat and enjoy some amazing golf courses. While southern courses usually have shorter hazards of grass and water, their northern counterparts protect a little differently, relying on a second lush cut that may be complicated to navigate – especially in the spring, when it is extra.

To help you play these shots successfully, here are five keys that will help you mark from the rough.

1. Appreciate the lie

Not all stand in the rough are equal. Sometimes, the ball sits at the top of the grass, in this case you can play it as a standard shot. But the real challenge begins when the ball sinks under the ball of the grass.

Take a moment to appreciate how much the ball is visible. Can you see 75 percent? 50 percent? Maybe only 10 percent? The less ball you can see, the more you will need to adjust your configuration and potentially choosing your club.

2. Do not be coveted

One of the biggest mistakes you can make when dealing with rough is to try to do a lot. Trying a very ambitious blow by a bad lie often results in poor contact and even a turning club, shooting the ball outside and offline.

It is better to be conservative with your club’s choice and target target. Take your medicine, advance the ball and set yourself for a better stroke.

3. Lean for the right angle of attack

To provide a solid contact from a second thick cut, you need to decide for a faster angle of attack.

Start by supporting your upper body and sternum towards the target. Let your club axis match the same degree of slope forward. This adjustment naturally lowers your lead shoulder and positions your head in front of the ball, creating a faster shoulder angle. This steep slope helps the club go down the grass, increasing your chances of making clean and rigid contact.

Next, position the ball in the center of the back in your stay. The heavier the lie, the farther it should be. At the address, your weight should favor your front leg. Try to save this as you swing, as it will promote a downward strike and make sure you make first contact with the ball.

Expect your club to be excavated on the ground, as it may be necessary to get the ball out. It may feel as if your finish is shortened or stuck immediately after the impact. That is okay and in some situations, it is expected to be expected.

4. Loft is your friend

While Forward Lean encourages a quick angle of attack, he also de-lofts your club. This makes the ball low, and if you use a low club, it can even make it difficult to get the ball in the air.

To fight this, make sure you choose a club with a lot of attic, especially when the rough is heavy or your ball is deep in the bar.

When you suspect, using a 9-Herkuri or a wedge is a sure option that will ensure that the ball goes out and advance it.

In places like Northeast JSC, Fescue Rough is common and especially punitive. Here, a wedge is usually your best option. Attempting to muscle a long iron will end poorly.

5. Bring speed and attitude

Once you have the right club and a good configuration, commit to the purpose of speed and purpose. A slow or tasting rate will not generate enough strength to cut the grass or prevent the club’s turn.

Be aggressive and safe. Think: DOWN.

This speed and attitude are essential to success from the rough, and with little practicality, you will build confidence and technique to treat even thicker.

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