Goal: Enter the sand behind the ball every time, never at it
How to do it
Draw a long line in the sand with your finger, perpendicular to the target. Without a ball, make swings trying to enter the sand right at the line, moving along it after each swing. Once you nail 5 in a row, place balls a couple of inches ahead of the line and repeat: the club enters at the line and the ball comes out on its cushion of sand.
The club contacts the ball clean (or enters the sand right at it) instead of entering a couple of inches behind; the ball rockets low into the lip or…
Frequently asked questions
What is the "The line in the sand" drill for?
Enter the sand behind the ball every time, never at it
How do you do the "The line in the sand" drill?
Draw a long line in the sand with your finger, perpendicular to the target. Without a ball, make swings trying to enter the sand right at the line, moving along it after each swing. Once you nail 5 in a row, place balls a couple of inches ahead of the line and repeat: the club enters at the line and the ball comes out on its cushion of sand.
How long does the "The line in the sand" drill take?
About 15 minutes per session, 15 reps.
Sources
Dave Pelz — Dave Pelz's Short Game Bible
Stan Utley (con Matthew Rudy) — The Art of the Short Game