A Golf Teacher’s Simple Feel in Instruction Could Help You Find More Fairways—Want to Try It?
Why the Driver Wanders
The driver is the longest-hitting club in the bag, and its length can also make it easier to send a shot offline. Hallett’s drill focuses on controlling the clubface during the swing. Hallett is a GOLF Top 100 Teacher and director of instruction at Vanderbilt Legends Club in Nashville, Tenn.
Try A Split Grip
At the range, hold the driver with your hands two to three inches apart. Make a practice swing and notice whether the takeaway feels more controlled. Once comfortable, hit a few shots, starting slowly with three-quarter swings. Gradually add speed as you make solid contact.
Return To Normal Grip
After a handful of good swings, bring your hands together in a normal grip. Hallett says golfers will likely notice greater hand stability through impact. The drill offers a simple way to work on steadier driving before returning to a regular grip.
Key points
- Joe Hallett recommends a split-grip drill to help stabilize the driver’s clubface.
- Place your hands two to three inches apart for practice swings.
- Begin with slow, three-quarter shots, then gradually add speed.
- After several good swings, return to a normal grip.