Conquering Bunker Anxiety for Confident Sand Play Bunkers are one of golf’s most intimidating obstacles—not just because of the sand, but also due to the mental pressure they create. Many golfers experience a surge of anxiety when facing a bunker shot, fearing a poor shot to be struck in the coming moments that could cost…
Bunkers are one of the most challenging—and rewarding—aspects of golf. The ability to assess your lie in the bunker and choose the right club and shot can be the difference between a score-saving par and a costly bogey. In today’s game, every stroke matters, and a confident escape from the sand not only boosts your…
Greenside bunkers are often feared and deemed as one of the hardest shots for a rookie player. There are good reasons behind it. Statistics show that even the most experienced players can only get out of a greenside bunker 5 out of 10 times. Which puts the success rate of a bunker shot roughly around…
If you are afraid of greenside sand shots, I can understand why. They’re difficult to escape when you haven’t quite mastered the swing technique for sand bunkers on a golf course. Bad strokes can range from just moving the ball forward an inch in the sand to thinning the ball to the point where you…
