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Bunkers are one of the most feared shots in amateur golf, but PGA Golf Coach Georgia Ball believes they don’t have to be. In this video, she breaks down three straightforward techniques — covering club selection, setup, and swing mechanics — to help you escape the sand with confidence. Whether you’re facing a greenside trap or a fairway bunker, Georgia has a clear plan for both.
Georgia Ball – Short Game
Georgia Ball walks through the key elements of a reliable bunker shot, from choosing the right club based on sand conditions to the correct grip and stance before you even step into the sand. She also covers fairway bunkers as a separate scenario, explaining how the approach changes when the lip is lower and distance matters. Two of the most common mistakes — ball position too far back and decelerating through impact — are addressed head-on with simple fixes.
Key Takeaways
Open the club face before you grip it
Open the club face before you grip it
Lay the club head flat so it points skyward, then take your grip — this stops your wrists from rolling the face closed during the swing.
Ball position forward, weight forward
Play the ball just left of centre in a wide, low stance with weight favouring your lead side, so the club can glide underneath the sand rather than digging in.
Match your swing length back and through
Decelerating is the most common reason golfers stay stuck in the sand — commit to a balanced, equal-length swing to ensure the ball gets out every time.
Next time you’re on the practice range, take a wedge into the bunker and focus on these three checkpoints — open face before gripping, forward ball position, and a full follow-through — before worrying about where the ball goes. This video is ideal for golfers who dread the sand and want a reliable, repeatable method they can trust on the course.
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