Mastering Long Irons: Why Great Players Still Use Them & Keys to Control, Speed, Precision
Long irons demand center contact and high clubhead speed. Learn why elite players still trust them for control and precision, even in the age of hybrids.
Key Points
- Technology (like hybrids) has made long irons rarer, but the fundamentals remain the same.
- Long irons are less forgiving—center contact is essential
Great players succeed with them by:
• Repeating a consistent swing
• Generating high clubhead speed
• Striking the ball cleanly at the low point- Off-center hits cause vibration and loss of control
- Control, speed, and precision are still key to mastering these clubs.
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