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Full Swing · Technique

Grip the driver off a grounded, settled clubhead

When gripping the driver, the coach's key is to let the back of the club rest on the ground and take the grip from there without adjusting it, rather than gripping with the leading edge propped up on the ground. He adds that a truly square driver face will look open to the player.

Channel: PorzakGolf

Watch official source at 12:12

Try it

  1. let the back of the club rest on the ground and then take your grip
  2. Don't grip it with the leading edge of the club up on the ground

Why this context matters

Discussed after noting a tendency to hold the driver face shut.