5 Things Golfers Get WRONG About Bunker Shots

5 Things Golfers Get WRONG About Bunker Shots

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Struggling to escape bunkers consistently? In this lesson, Coach Ed Schwent breaks down the 5 biggest mistakes golfers make in greenside bunkers — and how to fix them step by step. From setup myths to distance control, you’ll learn why most recreational players are copying tour techniques that simply don’t match their swing speed.

Ed explains why a square stance often works better than opening everything up, how to control the bottom of your swing using the line drill, and the “dinner plate” visualization that makes solid contact repeatable. You’ll also learn a simple distance formula (carry = one-third of a normal turf swing) that makes bunker yardages predictable instead of guesswork.

Finally, you’ll see how to handle different lies — fluffy sand, tight lies, and plugged shots — plus a powerful “cheat code” bunker setup that improves consistency instantly. If bunker shots intimidate you, these fundamentals will help you splash it out confidently and lower your scores fast.

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