Symptom: You have an over-the-top or casting move on your downswing, which causes you to slice, or pull or shank. Ugh. And you don't like it very much and wish it would just stop or else you are going to quit this stupid game forever...
Overview: On the range, put down two balls -- the one you want to hit, and another one about three inches further away from you. Line up and hit the closest ball with solid technique.
Why it works: Shanks are caused by striking the ball on the hosel, where the clubhead meets the shaft. If this is a chronic problem for you, then you likely have a severe over-the-top, casting move on your downswing. To compound matters, it's very hard to keep your balance with such an ugly swing, which only adds to the inconsistency and frustration. It's bad news all around.
The two-ball drill helps your swing in a simple, non-technical way. To avoid hitting the outermost ball, you will instinctively come at the (innermost) ball on a more inside path, with more lag, and hence will not come over the top. With this swing path, you will be more likely to hit the ball at the four o'clock position, which is what you need to straighten out a slice or hit a draw or, yes, avoid the shank.
Fixing your swing path has other positive benefits. You will find that you have better balance and become a more consistent ball striker. And that makes the game so much more fun. So I highly recommend it to you!
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