If you're finding traditional irons difficult to hit consistently, the unique design of Wedgewood golf clubs could be your answer to better, more confident ball striking. These hybrid-like clubs are built for forgiveness, but getting the most out of them requires a slight adjustment in your setup and swing thought. This guide will walk you through the simple, effective technique for making clean contact and launching your Wedgewoods high and straight.
Before changing your swing, it's helpful to understand why these clubs are different. Unlike a blade-style iron, which has a thin sole and a high center of gravity, Wedgewoods are engineered much like a modern hybrid. Take a look at the clubhead: you’ll notice a few key features that are designed to make your life on the course easier.
These design elements all point to one core concept: these clubs are not meant to be hit with a steep, downward "chopping" motion. They perform best with a shallower angle of attack, much like a fairway wood or a hybrid. Your goal is to "sweep" the ball off the turf, not take a deep, dollar-bill-sized divot.
A good shot starts before you ever take the club back. Because Wedgewoods are meant to be swept, your setup needs to promote that kind of shallow swing path. A few small adjustments here will make a massive difference in your contact quality.
This is arguably the most important adjustment you'll make. With a traditional short iron, you might play the ball in the dead center of your stance to promote "ball-first" contact and a downward strike. With a Wedgewood, that can lead to digging, even with the wider sole.
Instead, position a Wedgewood club slightly forward of the center of your stance. A great reference point is to place the ball about two inches inside your lead heel. This is similar to how you’d set up for a 5-iron or a hybrid. This forward position encourages the bottom of your swing arc to occur right at the ball, promoting that sweeping contact rather than a steep, descending blow. For shorter wedges in the set, you can move it slightly back, but it should still be more forward than a traditional wedge.
To create a powerful and repeatable swing, you need a stable base. Follow these simple steps for a great athletic setup:
This setup might feel a bit strange at first, especially the feeling of sticking your bottom out. But trust the process. You are building the foundation for a powerful, rotational swing that works with the a hybrid-style club, not against it.
With your setup dialed in, the main thought for the swing itself is to be smooth and shallow. Forget about trying to force the ball into the air. Let the wide-soled clubhead and low center of gravity do that work for you. Your job is to deliver it to the ball with a sweeping motion.
The first move away from the ball sets the tone for the entire swing. Focus on a one-piece takeaway. This means your arms, hands, and shoulders start the swing together in a single, smooth movement. Imagine a triangle formed by your arms and shoulders - that triangle should move away from the ball as a unit.
As you rotate back, think about turning your chest and hips away from the target. This isn't a sway, it's a rotation around your spine. The feeling should be that your back is turning to face the target. As your body rotates, allow your wrists to hinge naturally. There's no need to force it. A good, full turn will create more than enough power without having to rush or swing too hard.
This is where the magic happens for these clubs. If the backswing is about coiling for power, the downswing is about uncoiling smoothly and delivering the clubhead through the ball.
Start your downswing by shifting your weight from your back foot slightly towards your front foot. This move prevents you from falling back and trying to lift or scoop the ball. As your lower body starts the uncoiling process, let your arms and the club simply follow. The key thought here is to sweep the grass.
Don't try to hit down on the ball. Instead, imagine your clubhead grazing the top of the turf as it passes through the impact zone. The wide sole of the Wedgewood will forgive minor errors, gliding across the grass where a standard iron might dig in. You should feel the clubhead "thumping" the turf at the bottom, but it shouldn't be a deep gouge. Clean, crisp contact happens when you allow the club’s design to shallow out your swing at the bottom of the arc.
Don't stop your swing motion at the ball. A great swing continues all the way to a full, balanced finish. As you sweep through impact, keep rotating your body so your chest and hips are facing the target. As you do, all your weight should naturally transfer to your front foot, and your back heel should come completely off the ground.
Hold this finish! You should be able to stand there, balanced, watching your ball fly straight and high toward your target. A balanced finish is proof that you made a smooth, unhurried swing and didn't try to simply "hit at" the ball with your arms.
One of the best attributes of Wedgewood clubs is their versatility from a variety of lies. They are true "trouble clubs."
Hitting Wedgewood golf clubs effectively boils down to trusting their design. By adjusting your ball position slightly forward of center and focusing on a smooth, sweeping swing motion, you allow the club's wide sole and low center of gravity to do their job - getting the ball airborne easily and consistently from almost any lie.
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