G· GOLF NUGGETS Find Browse Teaching moments Short Game · Practice Method Take practice swings outside the bunker first Before going into a bunker, Craig Hanson suggests taking two, three, four, or five practice swings outside the bunker. He says it helps you get a feel, hit the ground, and build some confidence. Channel: CraigHansonGolf Watch official source at 5:56 Short GameCraigHansonGolf Keep learningHit a low checking wedge before a downslope — Dan GrieveOpen the sole to point at 10 o'clock — CraigHansonGolfBuild a wedge setup: feet together, widen, hip bump — PorzakGolfChoke down in the fairway bunker to firm up your swing — PorzakGolfAdd loft with release, not an open cutting face — Dan GrieveKeep the clubhead outside your hands going back — Dan Grieve JavaScript is only needed for the in-app player and library actions. This verified teaching summary and its official-source link remain readable.