How do I get out of a bunker?

Answer 1

you can find some good info in the improve your game section at www.pga.com The key is learning how much to hit under the ball. You want to throw the sand the same distance as the ball, so on a short shot you take a lot of sand.

Answer 2

I love all the answers you've got so far. But, the situation of the sand you are in could be a lot different. In fairway bunker, you hit at the ball, as you would a normal shot with rough lie; i.e. **** the hand sooner, hit down on the ball, give the distant five yards more. In side green bunker, you would need to hit the sand, generally use the sand wedge, the bounce will help your club head wedge through the sand. Aim a little left, open the club face a little more. Swing twice as hard for the distance you want. Practices a little then you get it. The next stop should be how to chip it in from the sand.

Answer 3

Here’s what you do:

1. Choke down on the golf club, about in the same position as a normal bunker shot (1-2 inches from the bottom of the grip).

2. Take your normal stance, however open it up a little bit.

3. The majority of your weight should be on your front foot

4. Close your clubface and press your hands forward just a little (this will ensure you to drive the ball out of the sand).

5. Keep your lower body still! This is so important, especially in this shot!

6. Just like a normal bunker shot take a steep backswing so that the butt of the club is pointed at the ball. *Remember that your left arm is going to lead this shot and will be completely parallel with the ground. Your right elbow is in the locked position.

7. When you start your downswing do not shift your weight ? keep the majority of your weight on your front foot.

8. So once you’ve started your steep downswing hit about 2 inches behind the ball. This is very important because if you try and hit the ball first you’ll just drive it back into the sand. By hitting 2 inches behind the sand will actually lift the ball out your clubface really doesn’t even touch the golf ball. *Remember it’s very important to keep your clubface closed so that is can drive the ball out!

9. Remember to swing through the sand and not stop once you’ve hit the sand.

10. Keep your angle steep throughout the shot.

Answer 4

Focus on a spot about two inches behind the ball and swing the clubhead through that spot and underneath the ball. Do not stop the clubhead at the sand. Swing through the sand just like you would normally swing through the ball. The ball will be lifted out of the bunker by the upwardly moving sand, not by clubhead contact on the ball. Your head must remain steady while you are doing this. If you move your head towards the target, you will blade the ball and hit it into the bunker wall or hit it over the green.

Once you can consistently get the ball out of the bunker, you can experiment with hitting higher and lower shots by rotating your hands towards the left on th egrip, if you are right handed, which will open the clubace.

Answer 5

Depends on the lie.

Plugged ball (fried egg) close your stance, close your 56deg SW, narrow your stance take away steep, grip the shaft hard and hit 2" behind the ball in the sand and do not stop swinging until the club head hits your neck. DO NOT STAB AT TEH SAND AND STOP.

For a good lie, practice tip: Buy a cheap paddling pool, put 5" water in it and use ping pong balls. Once you can get the balls out on the wave of water, you will flop the ball out of bunkers with ease. And you can practice at home and splaxh the kids so golf becomes a family game.

Answer 6

Everyone who said use a sand wedge and hit behind the ball is correct. You also need to open the club face and aim to the left of your target (if you are right-handed) and swing through the ball making sure to accelerate all the way through the shot.
If this doesn't work, pick up the ball and hold it in you right hand. Swing the club in a normal fashion and release the ball about 3/4 of the way through the shot. The ball should land nicely on the green. Don't get caught.

Answer 7

Dig your feet in about 1/2 inch. Open the club face slightly, and take a full swing hitting approx 3/4" behind the ball. The club will never touch the ball. The club blasts the sand out and the ball rides out on top. go to a range where you can practice, it really becomes quite easy.

Answer 8

the art of getting out of a bunker,is always remember to follow through.

Answer 9

Depends on wheather the bunker is on the golf course or the battle field. Both can be true hazards!

Answer 10

You hover the sand wedge above the ball taking care not to touch the sand (penalty stroke if you do) Then strike the sand one inch behind the ball and this should get you out after some practise.