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Where should my eyes focus on the ball?

I normally look at back of ball (pick a dimple) with all clubs, and sometimes when I hit the ball it flies low for 100 yards and drops to the ground. I assume that means my low point is a couple of inches behind the ball. Should I be looking on top of the ball & slightly to player side of ball with my irons? Also, should I look at back of ball & slightly to player side of ball with my driver?

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MarkG in NH

Jul 04, 2021

I hear that. I come from the shifter-lifter lineage of golf hackers, so each new thing we learn is just a new building block towards a much more enjoyable experience. I recently unearthed another nugget that got me to a new level (in my grip). As I have stated several times here (Tom knows), sometimes hearing the same message, or instruction, in more than one reference, or voice, helps most of us learn and grasp this material better. Since I bought the S&T book (amazing), I've clarified so many things in my mind.

Tom Saguto

Jul 05, 2021

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@MarkG in NH - I appreciate your shoutout for the S&T book as it is a tremendous supplemental reference guide for the school! And yes - definitely - listen attentively to the "voices" of those here in the Forum as many an "AHA" moment coms not from an instructor or a book, but from the shared experiences of fellow members who wrestled with various issues and then figured out on their own how to resolve them.

calvin.odriscoll

Jul 04, 2021

Thanks! That makes sense to me. I’m going to experiment with focal point 1 inch in front, front of ball, and on top of ball & see which works best for me. All these will be major adjustments for me because I’ve always focused on the back of the ball. I’m really hoping for better contact with the new focal points.

MarkG in NH

Jul 04, 2021

My focal point is always in front of the ball, and this works for "me" because I want my arms and club fully extended just after the ball (my power point). As Tom stated, it varies for everyone. I find my best contact occurs when my mind is as I just described. Some days, that point is 1 inch below and in front of the ball, other days it may be a couple inches ahead of the ball... but always ahead/in front of the ball. For me.

Tom Saguto

Jun 28, 2021

@calvin.odriscoll - There is no specific right or wrong answer to your question as this falls within the realm of individual personal preference and figuring out what works best for you. For me, I just look at the ball in general with no particular focal point.

I do know that @danny has posted some on his focal point being a spot in front of the ball. Perhaps he might contribute something here that you may find helpful.