Alignment can be a big problem for many golfers. Many people don’t realize how eye dominance can affect how we line up to a target. When you address the ball standing parallel to the target line you may actually be lined up incorrectly. Depending on which eye is dominant, your alignment may be off in either direction. This can be fixed by always lining up your shot from behind the ball. When hitting from the tee or fairway, pick a spot a few feet from your ball, down the target line. While putting or chipping, select a spot within a foot or two of your ball. Next you address the ball aiming over the chosen spot on the ground. Hitting the ball over this closer target will help assure the player of correct alignment through the shot. Correcting one of the fundamental elements of the golf swing can help make your game a success.

Kevin Zemnickas
Head Professional
Dunes West Golf Club