Low drives

[CusePhil]

I am having problems getting the ball to the correct trajectory with my 3 wood off the tee. I think I may be hitting down on it too much, but don't know exactly how get the correct sweeping swing. I can get away with it on most holes but I play two holes that are uphill that I always hit worm burners on and lose a lot of distance. Should I play the ball even further left in my stance or what? Thanks.

[greenail]

you should have name the thread "can't get it up"

/me runs

[niblick]

I am having problems getting the ball to the correct trajectory with my 3 wood off the tee. I think I may be hitting down on it too much, but don't know exactly how get the correct sweeping swing. I can get away with it on most holes but I play two holes that are uphill that I always hit worm burners on and lose a lot of distance. Should I play the ball even further left in my stance or what? Thanks.

If you were hitting down on it, even if it started low the spin would take it up in the air, I think. It sounds more like you're hitting too low on the club face. Have you tried teeing it up a little higher?

[allin]

This could be a ball position issue or tee height issue, or if you tense up a swing issue. If you hit it okay at the range, then try to make sure your arms especially your right arm is relaxed.

[rembrandt]

Allin is right about being relaxed and the worm burners are a product of trying to lift the ball on the uphill shots. Let the club head do the work and stay with the shot a little longer. You are coming out of it too quick with the left shoulder. Hang in there and relax.

[MaRx]

It sure sounds like ball position. Try moving the ball towards the front of your swing a little more. DONT change your swing, or you've done too much.. Just try one thing at a time.