From Slice to Success: Jacob Shaved 15 Strokes Off His Game in 6 Months

When Jacob first walked into GOLFTEC Clearwater, he struggled with a rightward miss and frequent heel strikes. Like many golfers, Jacob struggled with excessive sway in his backswing, which made it difficult to return the club to the ball consistently. That’s where Coach James Nigh stepped in.

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The Problem: Sway and a Rightward Miss

Jacob’s swing had two key issues:

1. Excessive lateral sway during the backswing.
2. An over-the-top, outside-in club path, leading to slices and heel contact.

This combination made consistent ball striking nearly impossible. Jacob found himself compensating mid-swing, which only led to more inconsistencies.

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The Plan: Stability, Structure, and a Better Path

Coach James created a clear, personalized plan to eliminate Jacob’s sway and promote a more in-to-out club path. The foundation of this plan started with one major adjustment.

1. Pre-Set the Hips Forward: By encouraging Jacob to preset his hips slightly forward at address, Coach James helped him start in a more centered position. This small setup change discouraged a swaying motion and kept his weight better centered during the backswing.
2. Improve Low Point Control: Jacob also practiced low point drills, learning to control where the club bottomed out - a crucial skill for solid contact. These drills helped eliminate his heel strikes and promote a more consistent strike pattern. 

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Results: 15 Strokes Gone in 6 Months

The change didn’t happen overnight - but the progress came steadily. With regular lessons, smart practice, and committed effort, Jacob began to:

• Hit the center of the clubface more often
• Start the ball on a better line
• Control his shot shape with confidence

Over six months, Jacob lowered his scores by 15 strokes - a huge leap for any golfer.

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