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Approach · Strike Control

Iron - Shank Fix

Understand your strike location and find a way to move it. Part of Approach — Strike Control training — score against par, track every attempt in the app, and see real improvement.

Beginner Par 10 Max 20 10 min ~10 balls
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Why this drill

What this drill fixes

Strike control means hitting the centre of the face consistently — not the toe, heel, or high and low. Every miss off-centre costs you distance and accuracy. Drills like this one (often with impact spray or tape) give you immediate feedback on where you're making contact, so you can make real adjustments instead of guessing. Part of TeeBetter's Strike Control training — the same framework coaches use to eliminate the mishits that cost you shots.

Instructions

Practice steps

Preview the flow here — full setup, scoring, and every step unlock in the app.

01 — THE CHALLENGE

Iron - Shank Fix

GOAL

Understand your strike location and find a way to move it.

REQUIRED EQUIPMENT
Irons
OPTIONAL (ENHANCES)
Impact Spray Impact Tape Marker Pen Towel
COACH TIPS
  • So many factors can lead to a shank so it is always worth delving deeper into why it is happening with a PGA professional. It could be a severely open clubface/ excessive club path (in either direction), or it could be a fundamental set up issue.
  • If we can summarise a shank though in its simplest form, out hands have moved too far away from us and closer to the ball at impact. It does not take much at all. Have your hips moved forwards? has your head moved up and back? always worth thinking about these things to help you understand how to fix the dreaded shank.

FAQ

Common questions about Strike Control drills

How can I improve my ball-striking consistency?

Strike control drills train you to find and hold the centre of the face. Use impact spray or tape so you see exactly where you're contacting the ball — heel, toe, high, or low strikes are easy to spot and correct. Pick one or two strike drills per session, score against par, and track your progress so you know you're improving instead of just guessing.

Does where I hit the face really matter?

Yes — off-centre contact costs significant distance and affects direction. A toe strike with a driver can lose 20+ yards. Centre Strike Ladder, Strike Window, and similar drills isolate face contact so you can see the pattern, make adjustments, and tighten your dispersion. Training with a par gives you a clear goal every session.

Practice this drill in the app — track every score, beat par, and see your progress over time. Free to start.

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