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#1 Reason Why 99% of Golfers STILL Hook The Ball

Porzak Golf
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Clubface feels wide open

Set club perpendicular to body

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Key Moments
Take it to the range
  1. 1Position the ball just inside your lead foot for an 8-iron.
  2. 2Place your trail hand more on top, gripping with your fingers.
  3. 3Set the club perpendicular to your body, then take your grip.
  4. 4For driver, ensure the entire sole of the club rests on the ground.
  5. 5Use an alignment rod to verify correct ball position.
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Editorial Notes

This video teaches how to correctly set up your clubface and ball position to prevent an unintentional hook.

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