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Scratch-Level Ball Striking Explained in 15 Minutes
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Scratch-Level Ball Striking Explained in 15 Minutes
Jon Sherman Golf›
Oct 14, 202518:0044.6K views
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If your ball striking feels random, it’s usually not your swing—it’s missing feedback on three skills: strike location, clubface control, and ground contact. In this video, I show simple drills (no swing overhaul) that quickly improve start line, contact, and distance control—the fastest way to hit more greens and lower scores.
What you’ll learn
• How clubface controls up to ~80% of start direction (face before path)
• A dead-simple way to measure strike (foot-spray / face tape)
• How to train ball-first contact and stop fat/thin shots (divot awareness)
• Why mats lie and how to fix your practice so it transfers to the course
• A 10-minute practice routine that actually moves the needle
Who am I?
My name is Jon Sherman 👋. I'm a best-selling author, PGA Tour coach, and a golfer just like you. I aim to help golfers of all levels lower their scores and enjoy the game more, but without talking about the golf swing. I focus on four topics - expectation management, strategy, practice, and the mental game. I'll share some of my best advice on this channel in an easy-to-understand, actionable format.
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