Lesson 3: Shot Shaping

Why is it more beneficial for an advanced golfer to know their "natural miss" than to try to hit every ball perfectly straight?

Swing Path, Clubface Angle, Draw, Fade

2.12.1 Demonstrates knowledge of tactics and strategies within lifetime sports & activities.

(DOK 1) Define the relationship between the clubface and the swing path required to create a "slice."

(DOK 3) Devise a swing adjustment to navigate a dog-leg left hole with a strong crosswind.

Golf is often called the "game of life" because it demands emotional regulation and calculated risk assessment. In the professional world, much like on the golf course, you are rarely presented with a perfect "lie." Success depends on your ability to accept a bad break, manage your "misses," and focus on the next objective rather than dwelling on a past mistake. This unit prepares students for the social and professional networking that often occurs on the course, emphasizing etiquette, integrity, and strategic thinking.

Different sized clubs to use

Students will demonstrate a variety of "adjustments" on their golf swing to produce a specific ball path.

• Full sets of golf clubs (Drivers, Irons, Wedges, Putters)

• Range buckets and high-visibility practice balls

• Portable launch monitors or swing analysis apps (e.g., Hudl or V1 Golf)

• Alignment sticks and "impact bags"

• Scorecards and yardage books for the local course

• Putting gates and string lines