Iron Stinger: Low, Controlled Knockdown Shot for Windy Conditions

Take two extra clubs, choke down, swing three-quarters, and finish low with your chest over the ball to produce a penetrating knockdown shot that holds its line in the wind

Key Points

  • Club Selection Tip: Take two extra clubs than your normal choice for the distance.

  • Setup:
    Choke down about 1 inch on the grip.Play a three-quarter swing for more control.

  • Swing Mechanics:
    Load the shaft on the backswing.Finish low — visualize stopping at the “bird branch” (parallel to the ground).Smooth tempo = fewer RPMs = lower flight.

  • Chest Over Ball:
    Focus on covering the ball with the chest.Drive the right shoulder down the target line to stay down and keep trajectory low.

  • Why it works:
    Helps eliminate high, spinning shots that balloon in the wind.Creates solid, penetrating ball flight that holds its line.

  • Why it works:
    Helps eliminate high, spinning shots that balloon in the wind.Creates solid, penetrating ball flight that holds its line.

  • Purpose: Learn a reliable knockdown shot for windy conditions, especially on par 3s.

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