How To Hit A Draw (Step by Step)

For a right-handed golfer, a draw shot goes from right to left; vice versa for lefties. A draw goes a little further and can get to that tucked pin. And let’s not forget it looks good. Here are three different approaches to learn how to hit a draw. 

To make things slightly simpler, we will assume you are a right-handed golfer throughout this guide.

Draw Ball Flight- What To Know Before You Start 

You can hit a large or small draw but if it misses the target and ends up in the bunker or the water hazard, it likely was a hook (an exaggerated draw).

In order to hit a draw, the clubface should be closed relative to the clubhead’s path but open relative to the target line at the moment of impact.  If the clubface is pointing a little right of the target, but still more left than the direction the club is moving, you’ll get draw spin.

Option 1: Adjusting Your Stance and Alignment 

Adjusting the position of your feet and clubface is the easiest way to hit a draw. If you get this down, you can move along to a fade and be working the ball both ways in no time. 

This is my favorite way to hit a draw. 

Get Your Feet Positioned 

Practice this on the range and use alignment sticks to get it the first few times. Align your feet to the right of your target. Start with about three yards right of the target to get used to the feeling. 

Aim The Clubface 

Aim the clubface directly at the target. The clubface alignment won’t match the alignment of your feet, which are set up to the right of the target. This alignment position can make the clubface look slightly closed. The ball position can be in the middle or slightly forward in your stance, depending on the club you have in your hand. 

Body Aligned Right of the Target 

Set up your shoulders, hips and knees parallel to your feet.

Swing Along The Foot Line 

Swing along the line of your feet and body. When you reach impact, your clubface will be just slightly closed to the swing path which should put some draw spin on your ball. 

Option 2: Adjust Your Grip

If my first method of hitting a draw doesn’t appeal (or doesn’t work for you), give this method a try. 

Rotate Hands to the Right 

For a right-handed player to hit a draw, you must square or even slightly close the clubface at impact. In order to get to this clubface position, a stronger grip is helpful. To strengthen your grip, rotate both hands to the right. 

Check Left-Hand Position

Put your left hand on the club and rotate it to the right. Ensure the knuckles of your left hand are more visible when you address the ball. 

Check Right-Hand Position 

Place the right hand on the club (it will feel more like it’s “under” the grip). Check that the “V” formed by your right thumb and forefinger points more toward your right shoulder. 

Impact Position

At impact, ensure you do not leave the clubface open. Use this stronger position to properly rotate and release the club. 

Option 3: Inside-Out Swing Path 

Finally, if you want to work on the golf club path as a way to hit a draw, here’s the best method.

Determine Where an Inside Path Is

Take a few practice swings and watch the club go back. Get a feel for what an inside, straight back and outside swing path feels like. To hit a draw, it helps to have an inside path. 

Stand Slightly Farther From the Ball

Taking a more inside path is easier if you stand just a little farther from the ball. It creates space for you to swing the club in-to-out. 

Rotate Your Hips 

When you finish the backswing, rotate through towards the ball with your hips. The proper rotation of your body will make it easier to approach the ball from the inside and create the draw flight. 

Best Tips for Hitting a Draw 

Here are a few of the make-or-break tips that can help you start hitting the draw and eliminate the dreaded slice.

Always visualize the shot you are trying to hit. Ball flight laws are great but visualization is a must. Remember to make small adjustments when attempting to hit a draw. If you overdo it on any of the above methods, you will hook the ball.  If you want something that allows you to hit a draw with consistency, experiment with all three options until you can hit a draw in a controlled manner.  Some golfers can put proper draw spin on a ball just by feeling like the clubface rotates a bit at impact. However, most amateurs need to set up for an in-to-out path or change their grip to hit a draw.  Start learning how to hit a draw with a 7- or 8-iron and then move through the bag to hit a draw with every club. 

Final Thoughts

Whether you have a left-to-right wind pushing back on your shot or you need to go after a pin to win your match, a draw is a shot you will want. Spend time on the range with these three methods and see which works best for your game.

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