7 Tips For Better Bunker Play

*7 Tips For Improving Your Bunker Play*

by Jim Nettleton

We all know that the bunker shot is
one of the most difficult to master
in golf and it puts fear into both
novice and seasoned golfers alike.

I bought a new McGregor sand
wedge in July last year and that’s certainly
helped; my previous one was very bulky
and I found it extremely difficult to
get underneath the ball especially when
the sand was wet.

After talking to my club pro last week I’ve come up with
a list of  seven tips that should hopefully
help you out.

Here they are:

1. Choose the right club.

As I mentioned a moment ago, one of
the keys to improving your bunker play
is ensuring you use a good sand-wedge. Ideally, the club’s underside
should be well-sloped and smooth, which
will allow the head of the club to
effortlessly slide under the golf ball
and hit it out of the trap.

2. Give yourself the time you need to
get good footing.

Always allow yourself the time to
establish good footing in the sand.
Make an effort to sink your feet in until you
have solid stance.

3. Relax.

It’s essential that you relax by having
the right mindset. Just because you’re
in a sand trap doesn’t mean you’re going
to have trouble getting out. Relaxing
starts with your stance. Make sure your
feet are approximately shoulder-width
apart and are pointing slightly left of
your target as this will allow you to
swing through the ball more effectively.


4. Take several practice swings.

Before you take your shot, take several
practice swings. Practice your swing in exactly the same way as
if you were going to hit the ball.
Obviously don’t touch the sand though!

5. Know where to hit the ball.

Once you’ve relaxed and taken your
practice swings, survey the green ahead
of you so you know where you want your ball to
land. Keep that marker in your
head and visualize yourself hitting
the ball to that precise point.

6. Imagine the shot before you take it.

Carrying on from the last point, as
you’re preparing to hit the ball, imagine
the shot before you actually take it.
Remember, thinking positively is critical
to overcoming the tension that’s often
a result of being in the bunker in the
first place.

7. Take the shot.

Take a deep breath, and take the shot,
taking care to ensure that your club
hits the sand at least two inches before
it hits the ball. Always take a full
swing - follow through completely - but adjust the speed depending on
how long the shot is. This will help
you to avoid quitting on the ball which
is why many people fail to get out of the
bunker the first time round.

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