 | Don Farquhar is Head Golf Professional at Rolling Hills CC, a position he has held since 1988. Don has earned several distinctive awards: 1991 South Central Section Golf Professional of the Year, 1994 South Central Section Merchandiser of the Year, 2003 & 2004 South Central Teacher of the Year and 7 Time Kansas Chapter PGA Teacher of the Year. Don has competed in 5 National Club Professional Championships and qualified for the USGA Public Links Championship. Don is also a member of the Titlist Custom Fitting Staff. Don may be contacted Rolling Hills Country Club Pro Shop, (316) 722-1181, 223 Westlink Drive, Wichita, KS 67209, or by e-mail at dafarquhar@pga.com. |
Golf
2002-11-01 14:20:00
Wrists at top of swing
ANSWER: That is an excellent question and one that many people ask. Everyone is slightly different in their swings so this position will vary from player to player.At the top of the swing the left wrist should be flat and firm. The position of the wrist should be parallel to the left arm and the face of the club should also be along this same line. The face of the club should be pointing at approx. 45 degrees toward the ground. This position is called square to the target line. Any other position and the club face will either be open or closed to the line. In order to achieve this position with the wrists it is not necessary to cock or manipulate the wrists. If the trunk is turning and the arms swing up during the backswing, then the wrists will be in the right position at the top. The correct position of the wrists looks the same as if you were to hold your left arm in front of you and make a fist, stick a club in the fist and there you have the proper position.If cocking the wrists is a conscious decision, then chances are that the club, hands and left arm will not be in the proper position at the top of the swing. A player could hit a good shot from a poor position, but will likely be inconsistent in his ball striking.Working in front of a full length mirror is an excellent way to achieve the right position, and the right feeling. Stand with the mirror to your right and "looking" down the target line. Swing back to the top of your swing and hold it, turn your head to the right and look in the mirror. You should be able to see your left wrist flat, and your clubface parallel to the left arm. Repeat this movement several times until you see the proper results.
