The Secret to Consistent Ball Striking: Mastering Low Point Control
If you’re looking to strike the ball more cleanly, compress your irons, and gain consistency in your golf game, there’s one fundamental concept that can transform your ball-striking overnight: low point control.
What is Low Point in the Golf Swing?
The low point is the bottom of the clubhead’s swing arc. For most full shots-especially with irons-it should occur after you strike the ball. That means the club is descending into impact, brushing the ground just past the ball
Controlling the low point leads to:
Crisp, clean contact
Divots that start in front of the ball
Solid compression and spin
Consistent distances and trajectory
Why Most Golfers Struggle
If you tent to hit behind the ball or “thin” it across the green, chances are your low point is happening too early—behind the ball.
Common causes include:
Flipping the wrists
Staying back on the trail foot
Poor weight transfer
Ball position too far forward.
These flaws shift the low point behind the ball, leading to inconsistent contact.
4 Simple Drills to Master Low Point Control
Brush the Grass Drill
Without a ball, set a tee or mark where the ball would be. Make half or full swings and focus on brushing the grass just in front of that mark. This trains the correct bottoming-out point.
Towel Drill
Lay a small towel 3-4 inches behind your ball. Hit shots without touching the towel. If you do hit it, you’re hitting behind the ball. This drill teaches a forward, compressed strike.
Lead Side Pressure Shift
Make practice swings while feeling 80-90% of your weight move into your lead foot by impact. This weight shift naturally moves your low point forward.
Ball Position Check
Ensure the ball isn’t too far forward. For a 7-iron, it should be just forward of center. Too far forward encourages early release and poor low point control.
Swing Keys to Remember
Flat lead wrist at impact
Forward shaft lean
Rotate through the shot
Don’t “help” the ball into the air
Compress the ball, then take a divot
Final Thoughts
Low point control is the foundation of great ball striking. If you want to hit it clean, crisp, and consistent-this is where it all starts. The best part? It’s 100% learnable with the right drills and focus.
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