Tee Shot Test for lifetime subscribers to the Socle

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True or false? The tee shot is a long-game technique played exclusively with the driver (#1 wood), hitting as hard as possible.

True

False

What is the position of the ball for the tee shot with the driver (#1 wood)?

Must face the lead breast (left for right-handers).

The ball may be in front of the lead armpit, or even the lead shoulder and beyond with a very high tee.

Must face the left armpit for right-handers.

What type of grip is best for the tee shot with the driver (#1 wood)?

The same as usual.

A weak grip.

A strong grip.

A neutral grip.

Should I adopt an Inverted K stance (non-inverted K for left-handers) for the tee shot with the driver (#1 wood)?

Yes, quite strongly.

This is optional.

Yes, by slightly exaggerating the K (the fold on the trail side of the waist).

No, not at all, because the tee shot is very different from other techniques.

When is it best to start cocking the wrists for the tee shot with the driver (#1 wood)?

Right from the takeaway.

From the mid-point of the backswing, i.e. when the lead arm is parallel to the ground.

At the top of the backswing.

What do “crocodile arms” mean and what causes them?

It’s the elbows that bend at impact if you force your arms, because then the biceps contract.

It’s the elbows that bend on impact if the downswing is too fast.

It’s the elbows that bend on impact if the downswing is too slow.

How can I lengthen my tee shots?

With the right technique.

Through appropriate exercises.

Through proper technique and exercises, including twisting, yoga and swinging with a “swing fan”.

Are there any drills you can do to improve your tee shots?

Yes, lots of Drills.

Perhaps.

No.

Does golf have many health benefits?

Not really.

Yes, including weight loss and longer life expectancy.

10.

When can you start practicing different trajectories (straight ball, slice and hook)?

As soon as you start hitting straight on a regular basis.

When you’ve reached a very advanced level of mastery.

From the moment you start playing golf.

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