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Downhill Lie Part
2 of 4-Part Uneven Lies Series
by Gregory Fields, PGA
Senior Teaching Professional
Kapalua Golf Academy
"It's all in the set up...almost."
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Ball position is in the middle or slightly
back in stance. |
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2.
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Adjust shoulders as much as possible to match the slope
of the ground. |
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3.
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Take a more lofted club (i.e. 8 or 9 iron instead of
a 7 iron), for the slope of the ground will decrease the loft of the shot. |
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4.
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Make an effort to maintain posture throughout the entire
motion while swinging down the slope.
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Remember
the set up is key for any uneven lie. Your stance will feel differently than with
a flat lie therefore you MUST adjust your set up. By adjusting your set up you
will have a better chance to hit the green and make that birdie. A smooth swing
with a "gentle transition" from the top will take the fear out of these
challenging shots.
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THE GAME OF GOLF
SHORT GAME
FULL SWING
SPECIALTY SHOTS
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