2026-05-29
Beginner Golfer (3): Golf Iron Shot Impact
Learn the importance of hitting the ball and turf together for a perfect iron shot impact, avoiding common beginner mistakes like scooping.
It is crucial to hit the turf along with the ball.
When most beginners attempt an #iron shot, they often swing using only their arms or release their cocking too early during weight transfer, resulting in a large arc that ‘scoops’ the ball upward.
I find myself doing this quite often as well, and it is a difficult habit to break.
Ultimately, you need to achieve this specific posture.
This is how it looks from behind.
And this is how it looks from the side.
I have shared a video from YouTube where Pro Han Seol-hee explains this. I find that Pro Han Seol-hee’s lessons resonate well with my style.
#IronShotImpact #BeginnerGolfer
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the most important thing when making an iron shot?
Yes, hitting the turf along with the ball is the most important thing. For a correct impact, the club head should not just scoop the ball, but rather dig into the turf after hitting the ball.
What are common mistakes beginners make in iron shots?
Beginners often swing only with their arms or release the wrist cock too early during weight transfer. This results in a larger swing arc, scooping the ball upwards, and making it difficult to achieve accurate impact.
Why is a scooping swing path problematic?
Yes, scooping the ball makes accurate striking impossible. If the wrist cock is released too early during weight transfer, the club cannot properly compress the ball and only creates a large arc, resulting in a loss of both distance and direction.
Are there any videos that help correct iron shot impact posture?
Yes, I recommend Han Seol-hee Pro's YouTube lesson video. The video addresses common problems faced by beginners and explains the correct impact posture from various angles, such as from behind and the side, which is very helpful for posture correction.