Alignment Station Drill: Yardstick & Aim Sticks for Consistent Ball Position

Key Points

• Must-Have Tools in Your Bag:

  • At least 1 yardstick
  • At least 2 aim sticks
  • These tools are lightweight, inexpensive, and incredibly effective for setup consistency

• The Drill / Station Setup:

  • Place the yardstick along your feet line (e.g., aligned with your heel)
  • Use an aim stick to mark precise ball position relative to the yardstick
  • Example: 3 inches inside for a stock iron1 inch forward for a driver (adjusted for foot angle)7 inches back for specific wedge positions

• Why It Works:

  • Creates a repeatable setup for every shot type
  • Trains ball position accuracy — a critical yet often overlooked skillBuilds consistency and confidence before each swing
• Pro Tip:
  This is exactly what professionals do during practice — setting up disciplined, consistent stations before every session