Golf
Landing Spot Ladder Drill
Improve distance control and commitment on pitch shots
10 min
3 balls at each of 4 distances
Beginner
Why this drill
Builds toward improve distance control and commitment on pitch shots.
Instructions
- 1Place targets at 20, 30, 40, and 50 yards.
- 2Hit three pitch shots to each target with a full, accelerating finish.
- 3Score each shot by proximity, and note any decelerating swings.
- 4Repeat the ladder in reverse order to test consistency.
What to focus on
A committed, accelerating swing through impact at every length.
Recommended reps
3 balls at each of 4 distances
Common mistake
Decelerating into impact when trying to hit it soft, causing chunked or bladed shots.