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BunkerIntermediate

Fairway Bunker Strike

20+ min Coach-led Mid-Iron, Alignment Stick, Tees
Setup
Coach draws a line level with the ball and sets alignment. Use a 7–8 iron.
Drill Instructions
Make three-quarter swings focusing on brushing the sand after the ball, not before. Keep lower body quiet and grip firmer to stabilize. Coach checks low point and launch windows.
Goal
7/10 solid contacts advancing past target distance with consistent trajectory.
Make It Easier
Place ball slightly higher on a firm patch.
Coach Tip
Choke down and focus on a sweeping strike—don’t take sand first.
Make It Harder
Use a longer iron and add a carry target over a lip.
Avoid
Trying to lift the ball; maintain loft and speed.
Fairway Bunker Strike court diagram
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