Bunker
Bunker routine reset
A bunker drill for the Development stage, on the practice green, in about 10 minutes.
Set face, stance, and landing spot before a normal sand shot.
- Beginner
- Solo
- Development
Equipment
- sand wedge
- balls
- rake
Steps
- 01Stand behind the ball and choose a landing spot first.
- 02Hit six shots to the safe landing area, then rake the bunker completely.
- 03Keep the next repetition simple: change only one setup, target, or club choice at a time.
Target
Finish with one clear note about the target, contact, landing spot, pace, or decision practiced.
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