Understanding the Problem
The Issue: An over-the-top swing starts the downswing with the upper body and arms throwing the club outside the ideal swing plane. This creates an outside-to-in swing path that leads to slices (if clubface is open) or pulls (if clubface is square to path). Both result in lost distance and accuracy.
Common Causes:
- Upper body dominating the downswing
- Insufficient hip rotation
- Reverse pivot
- Poor weight transfer
- Swing thought of hitting 'down' on ball
- Tension in upper body
Professional Solutions
At Chronicle Golf in Grand Island, we've helped hundreds of golfers fix this exact issue using TrackMan technology and proven instruction methods. Here's our systematic approach:
Step 1: Lower Body Initiation
Start downswing with hip rotation, not shoulders or arms
Step 2: Inside Path Drills
Use alignment sticks and swing path trainer to feel inside approach
Step 3: Proper Weight Shift
Transfer weight to lead foot while maintaining spine angle
Step 4: TrackMan Path Analysis
Monitor swing path with TrackMan to groove inside-to-out motion
🎯 TrackMan Technology Advantage
Our TrackMan system provides precise data on your swing path, clubface angle, attack angle, and impact location - giving you instant feedback to accelerate your improvement.
Book TrackMan SessionWhy Choose Chronicle Golf?
Our approach combines cutting-edge technology with personalized instruction. Every lesson includes:
- TrackMan Analysis - Precise swing data and ball flight metrics
- Video Analysis - See your swing from multiple angles
- Personalized Drills - Customized practice plans for your specific issue
- Progress Tracking - Data-driven improvement monitoring
- Expert Coaching - 10+ years of teaching experience
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