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Daniel Guest

20 March 2026

11m 58s

F-O-R-E Friday - Do you swing to the ball or through the ball?

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In this FORE Friday mini-episode, host Daniel Guest tackles one of the most common—and costly—illusions in amateur golf: treating the golf ball as the finish line. We spend so much time perfecting our takeaway and impact position that we often forget what happens after contact.

Daniel breaks down why your swing absolutely does not stop once the ball leaves the clubface and how stopping your rotation early leads to deceleration, lost power, and inconsistent strikes. Discover why your final pose is the ultimate diagnostic tool for your swing and learn how achieving a perfectly balanced finish can naturally fix your tempo and weight transfer.

In this episode, you'll learn:

  • Why treating the ball as the "destination" ruins your swing path.
  • The physical signs that you are swinging out of balance (and out of control).
  • How holding your finish proves you had great tempo, proper weight transfer, and complete commitment to the shot.
  • The Weekend Challenge: A simple, non-technical drill to take to the course this weekend to instantly improve your ball striking.

Next time you tee it up, don't just hit the ball—stick the landing.

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