How to hit the golf ball correctly 

So I'm a scratch golfer. I can say without a doubt this is good info.. it also helps u with grip.. so bout ur loss bro, guess it's time to upgrade.. thanx for the time and effort.

I watched this video 2 days ago. Today was the first day I actually got to try it. Unbelievable. Between this lesson and the lesson for seniors and people with physical problems, those 2 lessons were simply miraculous. I put that easy tempo swing with the Trevino left hand over my left foot. I literally gained 10 yards, bullet straight, lower trajectory, with spin. No more high stress on my lower back. I got done and felt like I had a nice walk in the sun. My ball position is just past middle towards the right foot. I haven’t had that much fun playing 12 holes in probably 2-3 years. I really like your chill way of giving lessons. If you get a bogie, it’s ok. That’s the type of golf I want to play. It’s not the end of the world if you can’t shoot par all the time. I also like the hot tub thing!

Props for still making the video after your stuff was stolen 👏 Trevino was my dads favorite player.him and nancy lopez.

You're the only person I've found who has said this. I did this naturally when I first started and absolutely compressed the hell outta the ball. You're 100% correct. For whatever reason I thought it was wrong and went with a more "traditional" setup and haven't hit it like I did when I was new to golf. Recently I've gone back to this and the impact and compression I make with the ball is nuts. Right on man!! Also, bummer you got robbed. On a brighter note, your hair looks immaculate.

Good lesson, today. Pretty impressive as to what you've accomplished on a day that hasn't been easy. Good attitude is what you have on all days--even this. Hope you get some of your stuff back.

appreciate these simpler tips of improvement, so many golf videos get so confusing with 10 different move points to check. going to give this a go today

Watched Trevino play Colonial in 71. He’s one of a kind. His own style and confidence.

This post was so timely. I've played golf for over 45 years, and I realized that what you're saying is spot on. As soon as you lumped Hogan, Moe, and Trevino in the same thought pattern, I had to watch it. After trying to master the golf swing for myself, I've come to realize that I play good golf with the ball way back in my stance, with my hands very forward of the ball. It's as though all the contemporary "views/theories" are opposed to success. As a 20-year-old, I remember Trevino saying, "If you hit behind the ball, then put the ball BACK there". Boy, how right he was and IS. God bless you, sir.

I saw this Lee Travino as a short, and thought of you. Your video on ball placement is criminally underrated. If anyone is struggling with hooks or slices, or ball first vontact, Jimmy has a video on ball position. Like all things Jimmy, it is simple and works.

Tried this with my "never used" 4 iron today (never used because I've always been scared of it, and would instead use a fairway wood) Unbelievable... The ball took off like I'd squeezed a lemon seed, and straight as a laser. With the added roll, I was hitting a PW instead of an 8 iron into the green. What a tip. Thank you, thank you, thank you! Liked, subscribed, and joined.

I love your commitment to the channel sir! Despite the events that transpired, the show must go on!!!

Thieves are assholes. Hate that happened to you. Thanks for the video. I also have learned a lot watching some of Lee's old videos. He was probably my favorite as a kid.

Thanks for a great vid. A good golfer/storyteller talking golf tips and life lessons. No ego, no edits, no bs. And the production quality was great even with the backup gear. Sorry your stuff got stolen, but glad you didn't crash the truck. Just ordered Endless Summer. Will enjoy this weekend!

Just tried your new tip...what a result!!! Thanks Jimmy!

New sub hats off to you, for being humble and not letting it get to you.

Lee Trevino taught me how to play golf, 50yrs ago awesome ball striking techniques thank you! Lee

Thanks for the wonderful tip in this video! I went to the range today and felt like I had turned the clock back 10 years with how i was striking the ball.

Trevino was great, a real character with charm and humor - thanks for the tips, playing in the morning

My first lesson I was taught this. Went to the course later that afternoon. Shot a 91 . I never broke 100 till this season. Full transparency I broke a hundo a few times prior,but the diff after being shown this . Day and night with my contact and accuracy. I’m not where I want to be yet , but man oh man the fun you have when you’re constantly on or near the fairways and greens

Just found your channel pretty entertaining and you keep it simple

Thanks brother …. I needed this tip !!!!! Any tips on hitting driver better will be very much appreciated !!!

Sorry to hear about your stolen equipment. You are handling the situation much better than I would. Keep up the great videos. BTW, do you have any tips/videos to correct hitting irons off the toe?

Played Wednesday shot 89. Used this tip today shot 75. Definitely worked for me. Thanks for the tip!

Definitely going to give this a shot! Thank you! It was fun seeing your actual results. Great game!

I occasionally play the punch shot like you showed here in the video, and usually always hit it crisp. For whatever reason I always go back to more of a conventional set up and hit those high weak cuts to the right. I’m going full-time with hands over the left shoe now after watching this. Thanks so much Jimmy

Tough day, Jimmy. I like the fact that you soldiered on and that you had the 70’s vibe going with the velour shirt. Its a classic. 😁

I enjoyed the down to earth tips and course management.

I so appreciate all of your videos they have really helped me a lot. Thank you for the no nonsense, fun way that you teach the game. Very sorry to hear about your kit being stolen, that really sucks. Be sure to check with, believe it or not, your homeowners insurance. I had a rental car broken into in Seattle a few years ago and they stole a garment bag with 2 brand new suits, my wife contacted our homeowners insurance and they covered the loss!

This is why golf is so challenging yet fascinating as former Master's champ Gay Brewer taught Freddy Couples the exact opposite, put the grip 'mid-body' with a kink or cup in the left wrist. Enjoyed your video.

Hang tough Jimmy, thank you for all you do.

Thank you Sir. Great tips I will try it.

I saw George burns use this method and it’s how I first understood compression.Thanks for making this vid especially after the break in

Started doing this last year.. was shooting consistently in the upper 80's. Instantly went to shooting in the 70's. Pretty much stupid easy, damn near 'fool'proof

Awesome presentation...very solid advice; and it works. Many thanks! I'll make sure to share with the vets I play with in the PGA HOPE program in the Carolinas.

Another great presentation, Jimmy. Thanks. Sorry that dork stole your equipment bag. Impressed how you let it go, just like we need to after making bad shots.

I've long thought that setting up where you want to be at impact makes the most sense. Having the hands ahead in the Y shape helps with ball first and low point ahead of the ball. Solid shots and contact. I want to brush the grass 6-12 inches ahead of the ball.

Hands forward move really helped me out. I saw that in a golf magazine previously, your video was easier to grasp....ps your mike was fine

Also i remember as a kid,lee missed the cut in the Robinson open,in my hometown of Robinson illinois, i saw him joking around and fishing in the lake by the 18th green,what a great guy,shame they dont have that anymore.

Sorry about your troubles but thanks for helping me out from Dublin Ireland

My older brother Bill from Arcadia drank Coors with Lee Trevino & Hale Irwin many decades ago. Lee Trevino has some of the best short game tips, my favorite "The burning Wedge". Good Video topic!

The audio actually sounds great. Sorry you had that happen brother. Thieves have more balls than ever now. It’s crazy. Have a great weekend brother.

I have always thought this. Why start with your hands in the middle? I was really happy when I saw this tip from Lee probably 2 years ago on RU-vid. You grip the club differently in the middle compared to having shaft lean at address.

Great. Do you shorten the swing to get more control and the compression makes up for less swing speed ?

Great video thank you Also your sunglasses are very nice what brand are they ?

I am playing golf this weekend. I’ll let you know how I do. I’m going to put my left hand on my left knee every time.

Great tip. Cant wait to try i! Thanks

Great to put it into words , a very good video, thank you. 😊😊

Mic sounds excellent. New subscriber.

Jimmy Tropicana, put me down for 3. Joking good points.

Well done for carry on with the video much appreciated another great tip 👍

Jimmy. Great tip, thanks for sharing.

Props for giving that tip.

Man, I am sorry about the thieves. I hate thieves…anyways, thank you for the video and your effort. Lee Trevino is the man!

Just found you from over the pond , love the video Sir do you have a specific driver one ?

I gotta catch this one later. Just wanted to chime in for our yt tech algo overlords

Yes sir brilliant video 👍

Another benefit of keeping the ball low you can avoid wind.... I agree keep moving the ball back until you make great contact

Quick question with a driver and the ball more forward in your stance do you still have your hands cover your lead foot at address?

Another great video. Thanks!

Good stuff as always, I hate thieves as well.

Does the hands over the left foot work for the driver? I understand the ball placement would be forward for the driver but what about the hands?

You the man Jimmy. Those thieves will get what's coming to them eventually...

SuperMex was the best. His instructional videos are so Everyman 👍🏻 Sorry to hear about your theft. That sucks! 😞 At least they didn’t take your clubs 🙏🏻

Jimmy, question on ball placement. Are your legs the same distance apart? Meaning are you shoulder with apart with all your clubs? Or are you a little wider with driver, 3 wood etc?

yup...hands ahead ...dip left shoulder to ball and get the right shoulder to ball in downswing...the secret to ball striking nirvana with irons Lee Trevino is 🐐

You it’s a more accurate shot as well; the guy that wrote I believe “the mechanics of golf” covers how doing it correctly increases ball accuracy by like 30%, amazing stuff

Hi JT. Hertfordshire, England calling, 15 handicap. I played my course with a 6 iron, PW, Sandy Andy and putter (re your ‘break 90’ vid). I regularly shoot sub 90 but wanted to try your idea. I shot exactly bogie, which on my course is 88. It was a real education and a fab lesson in self control. I also adopted ‘thumbs up’, ‘wave to camera’, ‘ball back in stance’ and ‘hot tub’. And Wednesday I shot my best 9 (probably ever), 3 under. Bottom line…..cheers. 🏌️‍♂️

Looks like you stepped out of the movie Goodfellas. Man I wish I could carry off that look. Regardless the instruction was really good and entertaining.

as long as they didn't steal your hair gel, all is good...😎

Where is the nasssty guy a great video an i will be trying this today

Jimmy how often do you switch, upgrade those irons?

Hang in there, that sucks! Great video

Good stuff thanks

I followedcl Travino around Lytham StcAnnes at the open many years ago. What ab education

great tip, great video. sorry to hear about your equipment being stolen. there is a place for you out here in Idaho, you leave your car unlocked for 5 hours while you golf, and nothing is missing when you return.

This video deserved my like 👍🏾

You gotta have faith man!

I love the attitude.....I gotta try it

I think it’s the hair, it’s so slick reminds me of Fonzy.

I remember an interview with Jack Nicklaus. The guy asks Jack who was the best ball striker he ever saw? Without hesitation, Jack says: Trevino!

Ill never understand why someone just has to steal anything from someone else! Nothing but a real Shiiit Bag! I appreciate your videos! Trevino is still a heavy influence on my golf game! I hope that things will get better! Sooner than later!

Your mic sounds fine 👍

Are those shoes the Lambda’s? If so what style?

Was it a great night out? Huge LOL ! Slept in the car, with a bear with no back legs attacking .! LOL ! Very entertaining vid..Well done ! Hope you get your stuff back or your insurance pays up..

Does this work with a driver thanks

I'll try that. Thx! Did anyone ever tell you that you can be George Clooney's double? I feel you even sound like him.

Keep your chin up , karma will always catch up with low life. Great tip and any video with Lee T in is always worth watching . P.S nice shirt 👍🏻

That thief was the bear you dreamed attacked you.

"Amateurs want to hit the ball high and pros want to hit the ball low" - Lee Trevino

Watch your recording of this and you'll see that when you took your first Practice shot?You're divot was pointing Left of the 🎉flag When you hit the ball the divot was pointing right at the bunker Not that it really matters but I thought it was kind of interesting

lol at the bear dream with no rear legs

Do you do the same with the driver, 3 wood.......?

Sorry to hear you lost your equipment Pity people can't keep their hands to themselves Love the tip Lol x

No reason to hate on par 3s. There’s a par 3 inside every par 4 unless you drive the green 😎

I love being the first one too comment hahaha

Stay alive Jimmy, we need you out there!

Sorry to hear about your lost of equipment Jimmy. I have a tip for you always lock your vehicle door no matter if you’re leaving it for a minute cause with this current administration people have little to no money and they are going to steal anything. I hope the thief sees your video and returns your stuff. Btw the sound was fine on your video. May Jesus Christ continue to watch over you and your family and keep you all safe and healthy.

What’s your thoughts on this idea with a driver?

The Panhandle of Florida is also referred to as LA. Lower Alabama.😂

Actually, the mic sounds pretty good. Hope your insurance is paid up! Thanks for the work.