Driver into the wind

[tfdanos]

I setup for the driver with the ball at the middle-outer edge of my left shoulder. Now if the wind is not cooperating, I lose about 20-30 yds on my drives. To hit lowere trajectory drivers into the wind, with more penetration, shold I set up with the ballto the right of my left shoulder joint? Or regular setup with punch shots and or more compact swings?

THx

Some thoughts on Driving into the wind:

If swinging, use Horizontal Hinging.

Wind is a great disrupter of Rhythm (Hinge Action). Be patient and rehearse your Rhythm in your practice motion to the Finish.

Moving the ball back forces you to compensate for this change from your normal procedure. Direction, plane line, stance line, release, hinge action will have to be re-programmed.

Using a Hitting stroke in the wind is a great strategy, if you are an accomplished Hitter.

Losing 20-30 yards off your normal drive into a stiff wind is nothing unusual. Learning to accept loss of distance due to wind, cold, soft turf, etc. is a mental discipline that is useful when competing in the wind.

I hope this helps.

Best regards,