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[@davidperrie3174]

This is the best and most comprehensive instruction video I’ve seen on early extension. I get the occasional period of inconsistent strikes and my pro showed me a video earlier of me losing my spine angle at impact, I’m nearly vertical. He suggested a fix similar to yours Adam, and it’s already working a treat, but your concept of the spine being controlled from both ends, and feel like your chest moves toward the ground is great - taking that to the practise ground tomorrow. Love the format of the videos and relating to what the top players do. Great video, thanks Adam 👍

[@Scratchgolfacademy]

Thanks David, and glad you found the video helpful.
All the best, Adam

[@jungormerod6387]

Your videos are so helpful understanding not just what and how, but the 'why'.. thank you so much!

[@Scratchgolfacademy]

Thanks Jung, glad you are making some progress.
All the best, Adam

[@OpaKnows]

Twenty-five years I've been playing, and this is one of the most important, and more often practiced, facets of my golf swing. Getting better, thanks to great teachers like you. Excellent video. It

[@Scratchgolfacademy]

Thanks very much.
All the best, Adam

[@georgetinwick3450]

No wonder you have been teacher of the year' 3 times you have a i
ncredible insight into the correct movements of the body in both the backswing and downswing and your way of demonstrating and sharing your personal experiences how they are accomplished is fitst class tks for all your efforts and sharing your personal struggles in your early stages of improving

[@Scratchgolfacademy]

Thanks very much George!

[@morrismurray9829]

Wow Adam, what a great drill. Thanks much for all the instruction.

[@Scratchgolfacademy]

Thanks Morris, glad you found it helpful.
Best, Adam

[@kentholiday8682]

Really good video and instruction. Thank you for creating this video. The drills will certainly help me eliminate this nagging problem in my golf swing. ​

[@Scratchgolfacademy]

+Kent Holiday
Glad you liked the video Kent.
All the best, Adam

[@TheStratfanatic]

Adam your descriptions are clear, concise and work...Kudos

[@Scratchgolfacademy]

Thanks very much David.
All the best, Adam

[@pwpf8]

Wow - a very understandable explanation of the early extension problem, and some position thoughts towards correcting. Can’t wait for spring (well, I’m still skiing...) to try some of those drills and hit some balls! I really appreciate instruction that makes intuitive sense. It seems to stick better! Many thanks!

[@Scratchgolfacademy]

Thanks Peter, glad you liked the video.
Best, Adam

[@ricoxiong8686]

Very clear explanation, which addressed my questions.

[@Scratchgolfacademy]

Thanks for the positive comment Rico.
All the best, Adam

[@SamRodriguez1618]

I’ve recently developed this in the past month again.. this a great video on the awareness needed to prevent the early extension. I really appreciate it Adam. Cheers.

[@Scratchgolfacademy]

Thanks Sam, glad you found it helpful.
Best, Adam

[@berrec2650]

Outstanding, IMHO the best online golf instructor of them all, clear instructions, explains the mechanics perfectly , provides great PGA golfer comparisons and last but not least excellent practice drills. I like the KISS method of Adam's delivery to help you become a more consistent player and enjoy the game of golf more....Thank you again so much

[@Scratchgolfacademy]

Thanks very much for the comment!
Best, Adam

[@kevina3780]

This really helped me, best explanation I've heard.

[@Scratchgolfacademy]

Thanks Kevin.
Best, Adam

[@mobydoug]

Articulate and clear. Offers do-able exercises. Talks about especially important swing issues. Talented teacher.

[@Scratchgolfacademy]

Thanks very much.
All the best, Adam

[@Hittingitsolid]

Great video Adam, this is a real game changer and these drills are fantastic. Thanks for sharing. Cheers, Troy

[@Scratchgolfacademy]

Thanks Troy.
All the best, Adam

[@VonikGames]

This was the video I was missing all along thanks man it really helped!!!!

[@Scratchgolfacademy]

Thanks, glad it was helpful to you.
All the best, Adam

[@petersamaan3358]

Great tutorial. I've had problems posturing up during downswing to compensate - resulting in inconsistencies. Been searching a while for a detailed video - finally I've got something actionable to test out. Thanks

[@Scratchgolfacademy]

Thanks Peter, I'm glad you found the video helpful.
All the best, Adam

[@BrummyTom]

Great video, thank you for your explanations. I made great progress during my first year of golf this year (had to stop opening my club face, had to stop my left knee from bending straight forward too much, had to stop locking my wrists too early, had to stop leaning left on my downswing and pulling shots) culminating in my best game ever a couple of months ago, I went round 16 over par and was so happy. All of my progress has been completely undone by this early extension. I’m going to try these at the range tonight.

[@Scratchgolfacademy]

Thanks Tom, hope you make good progress.
All the best, Adam

[@JohnKostohryz]

Excellent video...very significant topic discussed by a great teacher!

[@Scratchgolfacademy]

Thanks very much John.
Best, Adam

[@a-tg-c1024]

Just an awesome teacher of the game, explains the nuances simply and has great passion.

[@Scratchgolfacademy]

Ajit,
Thanks very much for the comment.
All the best, Adam

[@steveash656]

Very insightful and really helpful drills too. thank you Adam

[@Scratchgolfacademy]

Thanks Steve.
Best, Adam

[@juanbabauta7569]

Great stuff as usual Adam! Thanks! Taking my chair to the range today!

[@Scratchgolfacademy]

Hope it goes well for you Juan
All the best, Adam

[@shaungara4810]

Very Very good instruction. Simple , to the point and easy to understand. I like the the way you present your videos.

[@Scratchgolfacademy]

+Shaun Gara
Thanks Shaun. I'm glad you found the video helpful.
Best, Adam

[@gregboggs4721]

I really like your easy way of teaching Adam, I'm a senior golfer here who started the game late, only 5 years ago. I tried many other teachers methods but yours are the best I seen. Hope all is well in Naples after the hurricane, I'm here in western NC. Take care

[@Scratchgolfacademy]

Thanks very much Greg. Lots of cleanup after Irma, but could have been a lot worse!
All the best, Adam

[@jongaston1254]

Love your communication & simple drills

[@Scratchgolfacademy]

Thanks very much Jon
All the best, Adam

[@chuckwrodden150]

20 years of golfing. At best an 8 handicap. Played 4 times a week, so many drills. A man told me i had "butt in the water" said it was unfixable. No sense. I realized quickly, it requires a pelvic shift slightly towards the golf ball. This shift, this slight movement, allowed "the strike zone", iow, area the club has to strike the ball in the sweet spot.
I don't know how else to say other than make love to your ball. Do not be affraid nor shy with your equipment at the Y. Distance and consistency will wildly improve. For a while i hated shifting my junk toward the ball. Very informative! Ty all

[@Scratchgolfacademy]

Glad you liked the video Charles.
Thanks, Adam

[@adamstrunz4557]

Thank you. Finally found someone that mentions a feeling. I like feels that I can practice repeating.

[@Scratchgolfacademy]

Thanks for the comment Adam.
Best, Adam

[@bayareasparky9180]

I just reviewed some down the line video of my swing and sure enough, the early extension actually started on the backswing before increasing in the downswing. Another great video... thanks Adam.

[@Scratchgolfacademy]

Thanks very much, glad you liked the video.
Best, Adam

[@odinknudsen5705]

Best video I have seen on early extension ! Thank you.

[@Scratchgolfacademy]

Thanks very much Odin.
Best, Adam

[@tomparker2456]

"thinking of the spine at both ends" maybe the simplest single best tip I've ever heard! Wow! Game changer!

[@Scratchgolfacademy]

Glad the video was helpful to you Tom.
All the best, Adam

[@jamesdalecopeland2719]

I'll bet you still suck though...

[@bobbysteinerfitness1625]

Sir, that was an excellent explanation. Well done!

[@Scratchgolfacademy]

Thanks very much Bobby.
All the best, Adam

[@alancarlyon5749]

Hi Adam, I have subscribed too your site as I find your instructions so too the point and so easy too understand, I was with a site in America, but they are all for younger golfers with full back swings! I do notice that you do not have a full back swing, so this suits me too a tee, which is around my kind of swing, I am 66 years of age, but still hit the ball well, as long as I hit through the ball towards my intended target I am fine, but the odd time/s I hit at the ball, resulting in me kicking myself for hitting such a bad shot! You are a fabulous coach and I will be looking at all the video's available on your site. Many thanks Adam!

[@Scratchgolfacademy]

Alan,
Thanks very much, very glad you find the videos helpful.
All the best, Adam

[@bassgrip52]

alan carlyon h8

[@limarc1985]

Superb video, Thank you

[@Scratchgolfacademy]

Thanks very much Lionel.
Best, Adam

[@gessed]

Great Drill. Thank you Adam

[@Scratchgolfacademy]

Thanks Ramsay, glad you found it helpful.
Best, Adam

[@paulbordelon1966]

Very interesting topic. I've played this game for 30 years and never heard of this concept. Learn something new today!

[@Scratchgolfacademy]

Thanks Paul, hope it's helpful.
Best, Adam

[@kgeyedoc]

@@Scratchgolfacademy incredibly helpful! I'm just frustrated I never thought of it this way years ago!

[@BrummyTom]

I’ve played golf for 7 months. After about 4 months I went 16 over par. Absolutely buzzing. A few weeks later I’m going round 30 over par! Watched videos of myself and I’m extending so early, it’s destroyed my consistency. Hoping this video will help me get back to some sub-20 scores.

[@jimmyvespegolf3834]

Great video Adam. Sage advice and you have a great move as well.

[@Scratchgolfacademy]

Thanks Jimmy!

[@feltn78]

Great tip can’t wait to try it

[@Scratchgolfacademy]

Hope it goes well for you Deb
All the best, Adam

[@760284jackiegolf]

Outstanding info! Thank You 🍷

[@Scratchgolfacademy]

Thanks Todd, glad you found it helpful.
Best, Adam.

[@krissern14]

Great video! Think this can finally help me get rid of that early extension. Like you said, I only looked at the bum and not the head. Took a look at a video of myself right away, and sure enough my head is moving away from the ball in the downswing, probably causing my early extension. Will work on this next range session! :D Thanks!

[@Scratchgolfacademy]

Kris-Erik,
Thanks for the comment. I hope you see some good progress.
All the best, Adam

[@dwightrhodes581]

Best instruction on early extension I have seen, very helpful

[@Scratchgolfacademy]

Thanks very much Dwight.
Best, Adam

[@Gaber1983]

The thought of thinking of the spine at the bottom and top made a lot of sense! Thanks for this.

[@Scratchgolfacademy]

Thanks, glad you liked the video.
All the best, Adam

[@markjackson8988]

Great solution for early extension. I struggle with this time and again. Thanks

[@Scratchgolfacademy]

Thanks Mark, glad you found it helpful.
All the best, Adam

[@jayhamilton2915]

Me and my elbows thank you, been working on it for years. 2 minutes and I could feel it.

[@Scratchgolfacademy]

Glad to hear it Jay.
All the best, Adam

[@davidboddy4207]

Looks and sounds great, going to the range to try and do it, cheers

[@Scratchgolfacademy]

Best of luck with it David!
Thanks, Adam

[@ValGray100]

Spot on! I wonder what the golf commentators would say about Tiger dipping his head after viewing this. Great video.

[@Scratchgolfacademy]

Thanks Val (I wonder that about Tiger and the commentators too?)
Best, Adam

[@jamescraven1781]

Great info. Thanks

[@Scratchgolfacademy]

Thanks for the comment James.
Best, Adam

[@golflover2151]

Well explained video... great explanation on causes.

[@Scratchgolfacademy]

Thanks very much Jennifer.
All the best, Adam

[@OscarGonzalez-vg3cp]

Good observation , good drill. It looks is my problem. Thanks coach.

[@Scratchgolfacademy]

You’re welcome Oscar

[@mikewalker1885]

I watch every teacher on youtube and subscribe to most of them. This guy is head and shoulders above the rest.

[@Scratchgolfacademy]

Thanks very much Eddie. Glad you like the videos.
All the best, Adam

[@bjz68]

Thank you! It is a great video!

[@Scratchgolfacademy]

Thanks, glad you found it helpful.
Best, Adam,

[@Slazbob]

Best tip I’ve seen for this problem!

[@Scratchgolfacademy]

Thanks, glad you liked the video.
Best, Adam

[@historicus146]

Great communication skills!
The right hip on the backswing actually rotates toward the target, not just back to a wall, yes?
Great video...and thanks.....new follower.

[@Scratchgolfacademy]

Thanks, glad you liked the video. Yes, I agree that the right hip rotates toward the target on the backswing.
All the best, Adam

[@frankyang9038]

very precise and nice

[@Scratchgolfacademy]

Thanks for the comment Frank
Best, Adam

[@demirmirza7754]

Thanks I really needed this early extention is the only gape of my game

[@Scratchgolfacademy]

Mira,
Glad you found the video helpful.
All the best, Adam

[@ronhudson9102]

Great tip. Thx

[@Scratchgolfacademy]

Glad you found it helpful Ron
Best, Adam

[@gunalannalliah7302]

Thanks Adam .This really helps for a tall man like me.

[@Scratchgolfacademy]

Glad to hear it!
All the best, Adam

[@kirkkishbach2980]

Awesome instruction

[@Scratchgolfacademy]

Thanks very much Kirk
All the best, Adam

[@nkutnikar]

you could not have explained it better, Thank you ,

[@Scratchgolfacademy]

Thanks very much Narendra.
Best, Adam

[@John-ej2oj]

Love your videos. Would like to point out that distance is farther never further. Thanks for all you do!

[@Scratchgolfacademy]

Thanks John. Yes, you are correct.
All the best, Adam

[@seancornish9607]

Nicely done!

[@Scratchgolfacademy]

Thank you! Cheers, Sean.
Best, Adam

[@TheVirgilHilts]

I discovered I was 'heel striking' the ball after doing a driver fitting and then, at the range, with some spray talc confirmed that indeed that was too often the case. Your lessons are always so precise and sensible. I look forward to working on these drills and ultimately making better contact with my driver! Thanks, Adam!

[@Scratchgolfacademy]

Thanks very much Torbin.
All the best, Adam

[@joetiernan3623]

Excellent...I will use a couple of stakes in ground at the range.

[@Scratchgolfacademy]

Thanks Joe, hope it goes well for you.
Best, Adam

[@GDMan-fb1jx]

Thank you for another great video

[@Scratchgolfacademy]

Thanks George.
All the best, Adam.

[@brendancoughlan3487]

by far the best golf instructor on the internet....full stop

[@Scratchgolfacademy]

Thanks very much Brendan!
All the best, Adam

[@michaelmunin5819]

Adam, I practiced these drills then played a round today. My contact was so much better! Shot about 5 strokes better than my recent rounds. Have to continue to do these drills to eliminate EE.

[@Scratchgolfacademy]

Michael,
Glad to hear you made such good progress.
All the best, Adam

[@Jdeneik]

The best golf instructor on the net!

[@Scratchgolfacademy]

Thanks very much!
All the best, Adam

[@r.w.h.1535]

I'm 52, been playing all my life. I am a 4 handicap. For the first time, I took a video of my swing. I was amazed I could hit the ball with all the early extension I had. It is bad. I am working on this drill, but now I am hitting some shots fat, and even shanking a few. I am thinking because I am leaning into the ball, being a bit closer. My good contact strikes are money, so I am going to continue working on it.

[@Scratchgolfacademy]

Filming your swing is a great way to get feedback. I hope you make good progress.
All the best, Adam

[@golfinnewengland8256]

Started hitting everything off the heel, felt like the weight moving to the toes, sometimes a shank, did the wall and chair drill, center contact just like that, thanks for the solution.

[@Scratchgolfacademy]

Glad you made progress Peter.
All the best, Adam

[@cynamd]

Great info sir!!

[@Scratchgolfacademy]

Thanks very much.
Best, Adam

[@jdpower5552]

I want to say thanks for the video. I am working on this right now with my PGA instructor, and it is tough to teach your body this move. For me it is difficult to get the lateral move, rotational pivot while accomplishing the squeezing effect while trying to be fluid and maintain your club head speed...hope I can get it soon. Thank you.

[@Scratchgolfacademy]

Best of luck as you work on it. I'd do a fair amount of 1/2 speed practice swings (with and without club) keeping a quiet mind. Try to let things flow and blend, then keep repeating (again, pretty quiet conscious mind).
All the best, Adam

[@michaelreyes5179]

thanks. this is helpful.

[@Scratchgolfacademy]

You're welcome Michael.
Best, Adam

[@progpuss]

I had major back surgery and after every game since my back hurts a lot after watching these videos I now realise I have this early extension problem , hopefully now with time and effort this will help my back 👍

[@Scratchgolfacademy]

Hope you make good progress.
All the best, Adam

[@joeduncan4206]

Great insight on why top players heads move down on downswing

[@Scratchgolfacademy]

Thanks Joe
Best, Adam

[@RGMofED]

Great stuff

[@Scratchgolfacademy]

Thanks very much Richard.
Best, Adam

[@Christopher-li7uc]

What a great video!!

[@Scratchgolfacademy]

Thanks Christopher, glad you liked it.
Best, Adam

[@deldridg]

Many thanks Adam for yet another well presented instruction. I'm currently working on this frustrating element of my swing and am looking forward to feeling like I'm getting the right power out of my shots - especially in my longer irons - and not tending to thin all the time due to early extension. Another very helpful video and thank you from Sydney, Aust - Dave

[@deldridg]

WOWOW!! Update. I headed to the range this morning with this lesson fresh in my mind. After warming up I began to work as per Adam's instruction and after going through the shanks, some strange shaped shots while I got the feel, suddenly things started to happen. Much better contact, better shaping control, less stress on my back and 10-15% more distance. I think my impact is now a few lines up and I even picked 4 very solid shots off hard sand with my 4 iron. Good lord - currently off 9, lookout scratch... :-) Thank you so much - Dave

[@Scratchgolfacademy]

Dave,
Thanks for the comment. Very pleased to hear that you had such a good practice session (comment below). Best luck with continued progress.
Thanks, Adam

[@deldridg]

Hi Adam,
thanks for your encouragement. Had some more time at the range over the weekend and this single piece of advice has been transformative for me. I have never had such quality contact with my longer irons and am now fairly consistently hitting 4 iron 170 - 175m (~190 yards), which is a huge step up for me (from 155m). On one shot, I hit my 8 iron 158m (~170 yards) and almost had an infarction! The downside is that now I have to redo all my club yardages... It's all in the subtle move of my upper body towards the ball on the downswing. Now to put in the hours to properly bed in this swing! Great stuff and thanks again - Dave

[@Scratchgolfacademy]

Nice going Dave.
Best, Adam

[@funnystuff9954]

Well said . Thx 👍

[@Scratchgolfacademy]

Thanks, glad you liked the video.
All the best, Adam

[@vahistoryprofessor]

Thank you!! The demonstration of the hip “dip” was it for me. I’ve suffered from early extension (topped/thinned shots) for ages. After seeing you explain the problem and how the hip should move, I went out and hit a bucket of balls with zero topped shots. Ready to try it on the course. Thank you Adam. You’re a great teacher!!!

[@Scratchgolfacademy]

Thanks for the comment, and glad you made good progress.
All the best, Adam

[@goodlife1581]

This video is pure as hell. Golf swing mana

[@Scratchgolfacademy]

Thanks, and glad you found it helpful.
All the best, Adam

Early extension is why I shank.
Nice drills, many thanks

[@Scratchgolfacademy]

Hope you make good progress Greg.
Best, Adam

[@jamesryken5492]

I have a tournament tomorrow and have been in a major slump. This topic should help my swing thanks😂😂

[@Scratchgolfacademy]

Best of luck James!
Thanks, Adam

[@jamesryken5492]

Scratch Golf Academy update: shot 92 my lowest score for 18

[@jantzenweathers2989]

My boy Bazelgette is the best coach ever

[@Scratchgolfacademy]

+Jantzen Weathers
Thanks very much Jantzen, glad you liked the video!
Best, Adam

[@seanadley6474]

Really good

[@Scratchgolfacademy]

Thanks Sean, glad you liked the video.
Best, Adam

[@drummin2dabeat]

need to go find a lightweight folding chair like that. great video.

[@Scratchgolfacademy]

Thanks Mark. Yes, that chair is ideal.
Best, Adam

[@norrispg6085]

really good

[@Scratchgolfacademy]

Thanks for the comment, and glad you liked the video
All the best, Adam

[@andrewottaway9405]

Wow it looks like you're hitting off a green. Great video. My bad shot is a toe strike. Snap hook or pull hook with driver.. and I usually hit a straight / right to left shot. Will this video help?

[@Scratchgolfacademy]

Andrew,
Thanks, Mediterra is a great facility. Regards the toe hits, hard to say without seeing you swing, but maintaining body angles is generally good for contact.
All the best, Adam

[@roadman1823]

Thanks Adam as always for the great video!!! I'm a little bit out of topic maybe, but i want to ask you since i heard in this video how at the start of the downswing you put pressure on the left leg. I feel instead at the transition/start of the downswing like i'm attached to the ground with both feet (meening i try to increase pressure with both feet), by consequence i drop the arms and then i feel like the hips open automatically. I don't know if i was able to explain my feeling, but you think is correct to feel pressure with both feet? Thanks as always!!

[@Scratchgolfacademy]

Thanks for the question. No doubt there is pressure under both feet, but force plate data shows that in elite players it clearly shifts primarily to the target (left) foot. I'd video yourself from the face on angle and see if half way down the outside of your left hip is a little past your left ankle. Hope this helps.
Best, Adam

[@KenpoOjoko]

Adam, I really like your CZcams instructions -- relatively short, to the point, consistent audio/video quality. Thank you! Now, here is my question: in this video: at your first address, your club's toe is pretty much aligned with the center of the ball. Is it because your actual swing moves outward to have the sweet spot meets the ball? If so, I have the same, or similar tendency. My questions are these: 1) do you address the ball as I observed?; 2) If so, is it okay to adjust the address position of the club head to compensate the tendency? Or, should we keep aiming at the center of the club head until I can hit good shots?

[@curtisperdue8520]

KenpoOjoko good question! Im having the same problem.

[@Scratchgolfacademy]

+KenpoOjoko
Thanks, interesting question. I'm not 'aware of it' when I hit, but I do know that I align off the toe. I don't think it makes any difference, assuming you hit the ball solidly. Next time you see a video of the great Bobby Jones check out his address, ball on outside edge of toe. Fuzzy Zoeller addresses dead in the shank! Fifteen majors between the four of us, unfortunately none for you and me.
Best, Adam

[@KenpoOjoko]

I see. So I think what you are saying is, in terms of the club face position relative to the ball, it depends and is fine as far as it works. I've seen many CZcams and other instructions that tend to stress positions of your body parts as well as what should be moved and what shouldn't be moved.

[@Scratchgolfacademy]

+KenpoOjoko
Yes. Ultimately the ball only reacts to the club (not the body) at impact. Where the club is at address has no affect on the ball, but certainly the more unconventional the address is the more difficult it might be to arrive at a good impact. I haven't found that detailed instruction on what different body parts do in the swing helps people much. My experience is that it usually interferes with good motion, and not 'brain friendly' so to speak. That isn't to say it's never a good idea to teach like that.
A friend of mine films students throwing clubs down the range (golf swing & set up, but no ball). It's amazing how athletic and flowing they tend to look, with almost no instruction.
I'd encourage you to try to tap in to some of this talent you have. Hope this helps.
Best, Adam

[@webbgod1]

Hi , great video btw. Is there a tip on how to lower high hands at impact ,as I also have this issue and is related to early extension???

[@Scratchgolfacademy]

Jon,
I'd say it's generally on the same theme as early extension. If you feel there are no predetermining causes (shut face, steep plane etc) then hit some punch shots with short iron (very short finish) and see how low you can get the handle.
Best, Adam

[@webbgod1]

Thanks Adam . I’m a 4 handicap golfer and find your videos very informative.
Regards
Jon

[@Scratchgolfacademy]

Thanks Jon

[@WilliamWilsonEgoliGolf]

I like!

[@Scratchgolfacademy]

Thanks William, glad you liked the video.
All the best, Adam

[@elfedmorris595]

Great balance needed for most sports.

[@Scratchgolfacademy]

I agree. Hope you play some good golf.
Best, Adam

[@JScaggs21]

Bazelgette offers the best golf instructions on CZcams. His teaching is what I refer to as the miniskirt method; short enough to be interesting and long enough to cover the subject.

[@Scratchgolfacademy]

Thanks, and glad you like the videos.
All the best, Adam

[@jobeydog]

Adam, very interesting video. When you talk about focusing on both ends of the spine, it looks like your head is moving towards the ball. Doesn't that also expose the club's hosel as well? I have struggled with early extension for a long time and know that if corrected, I could significantly improve my ball striking. Many thanks.

[@Scratchgolfacademy]

Thanks Anthony.
A lot of great players (Unfortunately I'm not a great player) lower their spine towards the ground a bit as they change direction from backswing to downswing. You're right that it could push the hosel towards the ball, but if the right arm/wrist are bent (compact) coming in it shouldn't be a problem.
If you've struggles with early extension just work on these ideas with a 'quiet mind' and try to find that nice balance and fluid motion.
Hope this helps.
Best, Adam

[@jobeydog]

Thanks, Adam. Did a bit of work on this today and it felt quite good. Will need to practice it to get comfortable but definitely kept me from early extending. Much appreciated.

[@gc4644]

Question, do/should these same movements be exactly the same for any club selection? Same for irons or woods?

[@Scratchgolfacademy]

Guy,
Yes, Ideally the same. It would be pretty typical for a little loss of angles with the driver, especially after impact.
All the best, Adam

[@ZipfelmannKD]

If you already bend too much in the backswing, it will be pretty challenging to increase or keep that bend in your downswing.

[@Scratchgolfacademy]

I agree, in that case the player would need to stay taller in the backswing

[@prykielziggy9724]

very good zig

[@Scratchgolfacademy]

Thanks Zig!
All the best, Adam

[@pietermoolman7255]

Hi, Is there anyway i can email you a video of my swing just for your opinion on similar issue but abit different?
Thanks in advance

[@Scratchgolfacademy]

I offer that service to Premium members at www.scrachgolfacademy.com I hope you'll consider it.
Best, Adam

[@prykielziggy9724]

pass with flying colours well done

[@Scratchgolfacademy]

Thanks, glad you liked the video.
Nest, Adam

[@prykielziggy9724]

very good tks zig

[@ajh21313]

Mr. Bazelgette, what do you use for videoing?

[@Scratchgolfacademy]

Just a 4K camcorder.
Best, Adam

[@jamesadcock5235]

I love getting on the course but just don't feel ready. I have played about 5 rounds and as u can imagine have lost plenty of balls. I play from ladies tees and haven't had a birdie. I guess u need to play for at least a year or 2 to make progress. I play on a championship course which doesn't help haha. but hitting a good shot to the centre of the green (which u do from time to time even as a beginner) on a long par 3 makes u want to keep playing. I play at benton hall golf club in Essex it's a gorgeous course with really reasonable green fees

[@Scratchgolfacademy]

James,
It takes a while, as you say. Keep enjoying the process and staying engaged. The results will show up.
All the best, Adam