Part 2 of My 8 Part Series - How Do I? - Hit Irons

Welcome to the 2nd of an 8 part series "How do I?" which will examine set up & techniques of playing from tee to green in an easy to understand format. This installment will discuss set up for hitting irons. There are a variety of theories on how to hit your irons, especially when it comes to ball position. And as I always say if you do it another way and it works why change? But…..if you’re irons have been a source of inconsistency and you’re looking for a new approach, this might be the piece you need.

Remember: Taking a divot is a good thing. A good solid iron shot most times requires taking a swatch of turf!

What To Do:

1. Set up with your stance about shoulder width apart.
2. Ball position should be middle or just slightly forward of center (but not much) in your stance.
3. As you swing try and maintain your spine angle as long as you can which will increase your odds of staying down and through the shot. Let the momentum of your swing pull you up and through after impact.

Things To Know: 1. The divot, when hitting an iron, starts in front of the ball not behind. So hitting a solid iron shot requires you to hit ball first and ground second. 2. I recommend using the same ball position for all irons (either middle or slightly forward) This helps to maintain consistency. There are times to change ball position for irons (chip shot, knockdown shot, punch shot etc) but on a basic iron to the green (approach shot) stick with a consistent ball position for all irons.

Blog written by Vince Fratercangelo-Director of Instruction at VJF Golf Academy