Learning how to hit the rear and center portion of the golf ball is the goal of any golfer who takes up the game. This is known as the sweet spot. If you want to hit the ball solidly on the sweet spot, you need to have the correct stance, grip and swing. One of the other keys to hitting the sweet spot is the crisp impact of the club head and the ball and a distinctive crack at that exact moment.
Step 1
Take the proper stance when you prepare to hit the ball. If you want to hit the sweet spot of the ball, you must address the ball squarely. That means your left shoulder--for a right-handed golfer--must be facing the target. Your left foot should be underneath your left shoulder and your feet should be shoulder width apart. Play the ball about one ball width closer to your front foot. If your alignment is not square and your shoulders are either open or closed to the target, you can't hit the sweet spot.
Step 2
Grip the club firmly but don't choke the club too tightly. If you squeeze the club too tightly, you will not get full rotation in your swing. If you grip the club too loosely, the club head will slip on impact with the ball and it will squirt off at an odd angle. You should grip the club the way you would shake hands with a new business associate.
Step 3
Transfer your weight and momentum to your back leg during the back swing. To hit the ball cleanly, you have to get into the launch position. This means getting your weight on your back leg during the back swing. Once you do this, you will be able to hit the ball with power and speed when you come through with the club at impact.
Step 4
Roll your hips forward to begin your downswing. Then let your arms and hands follow. You will generate excellent club head speed when you let your hips start your downswing. This will allow you to hit the ball on the sweet spot. Make sure you snap your right wrist when your club head impacts the ball.
Step 5
Follow through fully to get the maximum impact from hitting the ball on the sweet spot. Many new golfer and high handicappers have a hard time with the follow through because they are anxious to see the results of their shot. While this is understandable, it takes momentum away from the swing. This results in less distance and often a lack of accuracy.
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