Bunker Play Tips - Performance Golf's Quick Guide

Bunker shots don't have to be scary. With the right technique, you can get out of sand traps consistently and confidently. Performance Golf provides a quick tip that makes bunker play simple.

The key to bunker play is understanding that you're hitting the sand, not the ball. Once you understand this, bunker shots become much easier.

You'll learn:

• The key to successful bunker shots
• Simple technique that works
• Practice tips
• Common mistakes

Let's get you out of the sand.

The Key to Bunker Play

The key to bunker play is understanding that you're hitting the sand, not the ball. The sand lifts the ball out of the bunker.

Why this matters:

• You don't need to hit the ball directly
• You need to hit the sand behind the ball
• The sand does the work
• Trust the technique

Key Takeaway

• Hit the sand, not the ball - Enter the sand 1-2 inches behind the ball
• Open your clubface - This helps the club slide through the sand
• Swing with confidence - Trust the technique and commit to the shot
• Follow through - Don't decelerate. Accelerate through the sand

How to Practice This

Quick Practice Tip

What to do:

1. Set up with the ball forward in your stance
2. Open your clubface slightly
3. Aim to enter the sand 1-2 inches behind the ball
4. Swing with confidence and accelerate through the sand
5. Follow through completely

Reps: 10-15 shots

Success marker: You get out of the bunker consistently. The ball lands on the green.

Common Mistake

Trying to hit the ball directly - This is the biggest mistake. Hit the sand behind the ball, and let the sand lift it out.

Summary

Bunker play doesn't have to be scary:

The Key:

• Hit the sand, not the ball (enter 1-2 inches behind the ball)
• Open your clubface slightly
• Swing with confidence and accelerate through the sand
• Follow through completely

Practice:

• Practice in a bunker regularly
• Focus on hitting the sand behind the ball
• Trust the technique and commit to the shot

Result:

• You'll get out of bunkers consistently
• You'll gain confidence in the sand
• You'll save strokes

Remember: Trust the technique. Hit the sand, not the ball, and let the sand do the work.

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