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Grip Problems (too strong of left hand causing hooks)


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I have a problem that has come and gone over the years It has to do with my left hand wanting to get to much on top of the club (making it a strong grip causing me to hit hooks and sometimes even snap hooks.) I have to make a very conscious effort to make my grip feel uncomfortable before my left hand get down where it belongs. I was just wondering if anyone had a good way of going about getting my grip to line up were my left hand is not so Strong. Any advise is greatly appreciated. I have been working with my pro on it and when i take a lesson with him i can get it to go where it is suppose to be but then about 2-4 weeks later after the lesson it works it way back around to the top and then i start hooking th ball again. Thanks to anyone who has any advise for me.
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Driver: R7 425CC 9.5° with 65 REAX (Co-designed by Fujikura) Mid Tip Stiff Flex

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I'm nowhere near a 5 handicap, but what about grips with markings? My taylormade grips have very clear markings and i use them to keep my left thumb in the right place to give me a very neutral grip.

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I view the shot from behind the ball and hold the club vertical (toe in the air) with my right hand and bring my left hand in from the SIDE. Once I like where the placement is, I bring the right hand into postion. While this is happening, the shaft is aiding in downrange aim and target finding.

I actually pay close attention to this detail before every shot - practice and while playing - it eliminates a variable when diagnosing bad shots . . .

J.P.

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A simple technique you can use is by looking at your left hand when on the club (for Right handers), you should only see a little of the left knuckle on your index finger. If you are seeing 2-3 knuckles your grip is probably too strong.

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