Topping

[Busjedwa]

I don't usually top the ball ... but i started topping some yesterday and couldn't stop ... i remember this happened one round last year ... how do i stop it once it starts? I'd been striking really well until i topped a couple and the confidence just drained!!

[denver_nuggs_15]

I would play the ball a little farther back in my stance and take 3/4 shots. I make better, more consistent contact when I play 3/4 shots. You may too. If you move the ball back, you'd force yoursef to hit down on the ball. You're probably lifting your head, so try concentrating on keeping it down.

[Busjedwa]

thanks, i'll try 3/4 swing ... hopefully it won't be coming back in the next round ...

[ks8829]

Watch the video on topping the ball

[klaymon]

I start topping when I get too arms-y and don't use my torso enough.

[Dub]

Was at a clinic that Boo held last week on our home course. A lady asked him this very question.

He felt the topping was most likely the results of swaying.

He had a practice drill that he did using a beachball placed between his legs....held it in place throughout the swing.

He pured a few shots with this ball in place.

Great tip...one of many he offered up.

[wrx_junki]

Also, try not to lift your head when striking.

[walk18]

without seeing your swing, I'd say don't be afraid to take a divot. Hit a few fat ones at the range on purpose just to get the feel. Also Boo's tip from earlier is a great one.

[Comeback City]

Thanks for the post. I actually just came back from the range a few hours ago and began topping a few of my Irons like I haven't done...for a very long time. I hit my wedges, 9 & 8 pretty well but I just topped about six straight with my 7 and couldn't fix it :(

Was pretty frustrating and never got it right...I think so much of it is mental, though.