A hook is when your golf ball starts straight or slightly right (for right-handed golfers) and then sharply curves to the left. While some hooks can be controlled to create a useful draw, an excessive hook can lead to missed fairways and unpredictable ball flights.
What Causes a Hook?
A hook occurs when the clubface is excessively closed relative to the swing path, imparting right-to-left spin on the ball. The most common causes include:
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Closed Clubface at Impact – If the clubface is too closed, the ball will curve too much to the left.
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Inside-to-Out Swing Path – If your downswing is too inside-out, it increases the chance of a hook.
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Strong Grip – A grip that is too strong (rotated too far to the right for right-handers) can lead to excessive clubface closure.
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Flipping the Hands Through Impact – If your hands release too early and aggressively, the clubface shuts down too fast.
How to Fix a Hook with the Golf Swing Shirt
The Golf Swing Shirt is the ideal training aid to fix a hook because it helps prevent excessive hand action and over-rotation of the clubface.
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Promotes a Balanced Release – The shirt prevents excessive hand flipping, which leads to hooks.
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Encourages a More Neutral Swing Path – It keeps your arms in sync with your body, avoiding an extreme inside-to-out path.
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Provides Instant Feedback – If your arms feel disconnected, you know you need to correct your motion.
By training with the Golf Swing Shirt, you can develop a more consistent, reliable ball flight and eliminate destructive hooks.