I often wonder if there is one process that ensures perfect ball contact. You know, that smooth swing and flawless contact that can be emulated by every golfer. Unfortunately, I concluded that one swing does not fit all and this process to produce superior ball contact needs to be modified to suit each player. Yes, there are some basic fundamental aspects of every golf swing that produces the results we crave and each player has that one swing within themselves. And for me, it is focusing on ball contact that works best.
Swinging the golf club naturally is a bit of a challenge some days. I know what is suppose to happen when the club is in my hands. That does not always mean I will execute my shots as expected. The smallest things sometimes rip my attention away during the milliseconds required to execute a golf swing. There are so many factors (both physical and mental) that can detract from perfect ball contact that they are to numerous to list. Fortunately, I developed a process that works for me that might be beneficial to your game. It is simple, easy to replicate, and sustainable.
After years of playing golf I understand that if I focus on ball contact I usually hit the ball very well. This might seem strange after swinging a golf club over 250,000 (rough estimate) over the years, but it this fact is truer today than in the past. Challenges like not focusing on the contact point, not looking up early, trying to steer my shot or overswinging are just a few challenges all golfers experience when hitting the links.
I found that if I focus on contact and let my body do its thing, my ball striking improves. I hit behind the ball less and I am able to finish my swing in a more balanced position. My ball travels a goodly distance and is usually on my target line. After completing my pre-shot routine, picking my target, and telling my mind what I want to accomplish, all that is left is focusing on ball contact and letting the rest of my swing happen naturally. The results are usually pretty good and I can comfortably live with the results.
As my season draws to a close, I feel I will need to practice focusing on contact in the off season. I intend to use my driving net more this winter because it is fun and the right thing to do if I want to continue to play solid golf. Finding areas of improvement, like focusing on ball contact, are measurable during practice sessions. It is all a matter of making it happen.
I am a grateful golfer! See you on the links!