How Jon Rahm Gained Control: From Power Overswing to Consistent, Reliable Ball Flight
Jon Rahm’s evolution from power to precision included shortening his swing, grip changes, and learning to trust ball flight feedback for long-term consistency
Key Points
From Power to Precision:
Jon Rahm originally had a very long overswing, which gave him power but little control. His coach, Eduardo Celles, helped shorten the swing for more consistency.Grip Adjustments:
Rahm’s grip was too strong early on, causing erratic ball flight. Eduardo gradually weakened it to improve control, even though Jon initially resisted the change.Self-Sufficient Learning:
The goal was for Jon to understand cause and effect in his swing and become self-reliant. This led to long-term development and elite consistency.Flex vs. Extension:
Eduardo notes that different players succeed with different top-of-swing positions—some flexed, some extended. The key is giving athletes the knowledge to understand their own swing style.Jon’s Success:
Rahm’s evolution into a self-sufficient player—able to diagnose and adjust based on feel and ball flight—is one of Eduardo’s proudest coaching achievements.Ball as the Teacher:
Eduardo emphasized learning from ball flight and outcomes rather than only from instruction—asking Jon to prioritize control over distance.
