I don't believe in taking much of a divot, especially with…
“I don't believe in taking much of a divot, especially with the longer irons. You want to barely comb the grass through impact. It's the only way to catch the ball on the second groove up from the bottom of the clubface. That's where you want to make contact: on the second groove.”
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
Precision in club contact requires striking the ball on the second groove for optimal control.
In simple terms: Hit the ball on the second groove for better control.
Practice striking the second groove.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- golf practice
- coaching sessions
- equipment fitting
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you train to feel the second groove?
- What adjustments improve your impact consistency?
Second groove contact is difficult for beginners.