Sue Shapcott looks at why a golfer can hit full shots comfortably but struggle with shanks on wedges or shorter swings.
Sue Shapcott – Game Improvement
In this brief Change Golf Instruction lesson, Sue identifies the takeaway as a possible cause. She explains that a full swing can allow a golfer to compensate for an early movement that becomes more troublesome when the swing is shortened.
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Key Takeaways Compare full and partial swings:
Notice whether the problem appears mainly when the swing becomes shorter.
Check the takeaway:
Sue focuses attention on the beginning of the motion.
Avoid assuming every shank has the same cause:
Use the lesson to investigate this particular pattern in practice.
Watch Sue’s explanation, then compare your takeaway on full and half shots. This is a concise troubleshooting lesson for golfers who recognise that difference.
Sue Shapcott, PhD, PGA GB&I is a former tour player with a passion for helping recreational players reach their potential. She trained with the British PGA and spent 5 years developing technical expertise with Hank Haney in Dallas, TX. Sue is also an educational psychologist and will sneak that into video content!
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