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MyGolfSpy Drill Of The Week: The Start Line Stick

When something goes wrong on the range, most of us look at where the ball ended up and start guessing about what caused it. This week’s drill has you look at where the ball starts. I’ve worked on this drill…

Published: Tuesday, 27 October 2026 at 11:01 AM
MyGolfSpy Drill Of The Week: The Start Line Stick
Key Things to Know
  • MyGolfSpy highlights "The Start Line Stick" drill to help golfers improve start-line control and clubface awareness.
  • The drill requires an alignment stick placed roughly 10 feet in front of the ball along the target line.
  • Golfers practice hitting shots that intentionally start to either the right or the left of the stick.
The Story in 60 Seconds

MyGolfSpy highlights "The Start Line Stick" as its drill of the week, an exercise designed to help golfers focus on where their shots begin rather than where they land. The drill requires a single alignment stick placed in the ground about 10 feet in front of the ball on the target line, with players tasked with hitting shots to the left and right of the stick.

The writer notes that the drill works for every handicap level and can be adapted by starting with short chips before moving up to full swings and longer clubs. According to the article, the exercise promotes clubface awareness, provides instant feedback, and helps players shape shots by focusing on a specific task rather than internal swing mechanics.

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