Master Elite Ball Striking with Lee Trevino’s Golf Towel Drill

If your swing feels stiff or disconnected, this Lee Trevino ball-striking drill is an excellent remedy. In this post, we’ll break down a simple yet effective drill he shared that focuses on body movement, swing fluidity, and proper club control. By engaging your body and learning to “tow” the club, you’ll develop a more athletic and natural swing. Featuring the Haack Pro Golf Net from Rukket Sports. 

The Drill: A Towel in Hand

Lee Trevino’s tip starts with a basic item: a golf towel (or even a handkerchief). Here’s how it works:

1. Hold the Towel in Your Right Hand
   Take a towel and grip it lightly in your right hand. The goal is to feel the towel following your swing rather than being thrown ahead or lagging behind.
2. Feel the Towel’s Movement
• As you swing, let the towel naturally trail your hand.
• Avoid “pushing” or throwing the towel from the top of your swing. Instead, let it drop onto your left shoulder, then move smoothly “around the corner” as you rotate.

Trevino emphasized that if the towel surpasses your motion, it means your body has stalled. The key is to keep your body rotation leading the swing, with the towel following closely.

Applying the Concept to Your Swing

When practicing, visualize towing the club through the ball. Here’s what to focus on:

• Body in Front
  Keep your body rotation leading your hands and the clubface as you move through the hitting area. This prevents the club from lagging or “catching up” awkwardly.
• Towing, Not Throwing
  Imagine you’re gently towing the club through impact. It’s not about pulling your arms down or throwing the club with force—it’s about letting your rotation guide everything.

Begin with small, controlled chip shots. As you swing, concentrate on keeping the club trailing smoothly behind your hands. In your downswing, let your chest and body rotation bring the club to the ball, rather than relying on your arms.

This simple feel, inspired by one of golf’s legends, helps train; proper sequencing between your body and arms, consistent clubface control through impact, and a smooth, fluid motion for improved ball-striking.

Try It Yourself!

Whether you’re at the range or practicing at home, grab a towel and give this drill a go. It’s a fantastic way to feel what it’s like to have your body and club working in harmony. Just like Lee Trevino, you’ll be moving freely and striking the ball with confidence in no time.

Watch the video for a full demonstration and start transforming your swing today!

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