5 ft 8... 70 kg... 300 YARD DRIVES! My Golf Driver Swing Cheats…

[@chrisbates7743]

Amazing the amount of 300 yard carries you see on launch monitors but never on the course :)

[@tonythaiger93]

Those are juiced 1.1x. Rick Shiels shows 319 yard drives, but I know his average is 290 whenever he hits on the course.

[@jerryturner2310]

I would gladly accept 290 and brag about it.

[@dougbarkdull3469]

Like the ones at Dicks that say i hit the 500 dollar driver 275

[@tonythaiger93]

@@dougbarkdull3469 That's why you gotta bring your gamer driver to compare. All juiced.

[@dougbarkdull3469]

@@tonythaiger93 great idea!

[@Ivorengland]

Simple to understand. Could almost feel the moves. Great video.

[@CoachLockey]

Glad you liked it!

[@josepheustaquio5544]

Love all the tips. Easily explained and able to understand! Earned a sub!

[@CoachLockey]

Awesome, thank you!

[@74soll]

Thank you for this. Your video was very timely.

[@GoldGunsandGolf]

Yes, mobility and lack of turn kills distance.. I too am 5' 9" and hit it long, but I also and extremely flexible and have a large turn.. SPOT ON!!!

[@SolomonLi]

This is awesome… And you’re 100% right about the hands. I was never that good at skipping stones so that whipping motion isn’t as natural to me sometimes… Love the tips and drill ideas bruh!!! Appreciate you Coach!

[@davidmcbridethegolfinggame3359]

Excuses for not hitting it long: 49 year Office worker, family man weekend warrior. Oh I also live in Canada. Really though the main reason for not hitting long i think for me is fear. I have been working with my Pro. to control my swing and find more fairways. When I let go I get booming slices and duck hooks. I guess I just need to rty new stuff and don't take it to the course until it is solid.

[@Kosmohs]

Hi David! I’m also in Canada. You mentioned fear in your sentiment which I totally understand because I purposely swing my clubs slow. What has helped me to move past the fear is practicing certain drills in your swings which give you the most discouragement. My weaknesses include early extension and lack of flexibility. I’m 42 and have a history of pain problems, so I know my limits. Hope this helps

[@Browneyemafia]

Love these tips,can't wait to try them!!

[@thomastrain7311]

These are very solid tips. Getting my back to the target keeps me in sync and on tempo. Tip #2 & #3 work hand in hand and when done properly generates big power and clubhead speed. Well done!

[@69mjar]

These tips are great. All the videos i watch and these tips are crucial. Timing is everything. Cant seem to ever get them down though and am leaking yardage bad. Don't get to practice that much.

[@FatDivotGolf]

Great summary CoachL. I've been working hard on these very concepts this winter and have seen new speeds and distance from them! Enjoy your vids a great deal, and this one feels spot on for me!

[@CoachLockey]

Keep it up and thanks for watching.

[@jinx20001]

thanks for the video just subbed, been stuck at 200 yards for ages, ''ages'' i say, only started playing around december though but something is for sure off with me and these tips look pretty spot on. Its amazing how often tips for extra yardage almost always include going against what you are typically shown how to play golf, like... i didn't even consider keeping my back leg straight for more rotation, it just goes against everything ive been told to this point which is keeping that slight bend in the legs. I know there is more yardage in me because im a pretty big strong fella, comfortably 50kg on you but it goes to show you how much you can lose from poor technique. thanks again cant wait to put these tips into practice.

[@wobkgs]

I think I need tip 4 .Have a very big turn ,lift foot been doing split drill for years . On a summers day I can get 235. Stuck at 95mph driver 82mph iron .

[@NielsThorsen]

Can`t wait to give this a try NOW! My biggest problem is distance off the tee, which makes my approach shots much harder. I`m counting on your advice Coach 🙂

[@CoachLockey]

Good luck! Hope it helps

[@kevinjeffery1865]

Great video will have to try this out

[@sara-liz6631]

I’ve already followed your earlier tips on release/hand path/swinging the butt of the club (I realised I was swinging my body, not the club head) and also the extra hip turn after your lesson with Shaheen, Oh, and the ‘no backswing’ drill (that one, for me, is an absolute game changer). So I thought I’d improved on the range. I took it to the course on Tuesday and consistently drove the ball an extra 30 yards carry (120 max to an easy 150). As a 58 year old female golfer I think that’s pretty good! 😲 Now I’m going to try the last tip in this video, and see if I can squeeze a few more out. I’m 5’11” and 65Kg, but I’ve never understood how to use my height and flexibility before and actually transfer my effort to the ball. Can’t thank you enough, Coach. I wish I still lived in Devon and could come to you for an actual lesson, or at least thank you in person! 😎

[@CoachLockey]

Great to hear Sara 👍 pleased it’s all coming together

[@gcoffey223]

Hey Coach... been practicing up with 1 range time outing and foamplastic in the backyard filled with snow. I've been lifting up that left foot, I used to, not sure why I got away from it but definitely getting more pop, my head stays on the plane, and noticing more pop and even ho Itting straighter. Thanks for the tip.

[@CoachLockey]

👍👍👌👌

[@jeffbates5401]

Coach great video!!!

[@ottawapop]

I’ve seen a guy snap a new Titliest driver shaft doing the split hand drill. He was a tall, big dude but still, be wary. Damn, you really gut me inspired Coach to push my next practice session. Thanks.

[@lapdog4135]

Alright bro I’m gunna try that tonight at home. That last tip really has me interested where you say you slow your hands on the downswing, I think I’m a handle holder for too long in my swing. Shanks! 😁

[@gcoffey223]

If you raise your lead heel raise a bit, that will help with longterm back pain. Fred couple, Tiger, kept tgat lead foot planted and they deal with back pain

[@rickd4840]

Coach, thanks for the video! Help me with getting too steep on the downswing, I constantly work on it with drills but can't find a drill to change my ways.

[@CoachLockey]

kzbin.info/www/bejne/hYCtZJJvhtGqppYsi=ZOt60oglLHpCa2kI This might help 👍

[@vancity2349]

Thanks Coach. Definitely applies to me and will try those tips. I guess if successful with more hip turn then I will start hooking the ball...lol

[@CoachLockey]

Let’s hope not haha

[@OldBaldGreyGolf]

Greatest driver tips video of all time! ❤

[@CoachLockey]

Wow, thanks! 🤩

[@OldBaldGreyGolf]

@@CoachLockey just got to see if i can implement it! Tend to max out at 105mph club and 155mph ball 🤞

[@johnhailstone9927]

simple tips that work. tip 3 is the key one for me

[@bsac999]

I wish I had this dudes confidence. Keep it up brother.

[@CoachLockey]

I appreciate that👍

[@mikebarnard2689]

Tip 3 is so advanced, no wonder you find it hard. Does it involve feeling the hands really accelerating hard down to P6 then the swing just freewheels from there. I know it’s the final cog in the wheel of a trebuchet catapault. What to you feel, having done the split hand drill then the real swing feel to replicate the hand deceleration.

[@alunpugh6301]

Thanks coach, will try this down the driving range this week. Only hope i dont put my back out!!!!

[@CoachLockey]

Go easy 😂😂

[@buddhatbay9041]

So I watched your video and found it quite interesting. The straightening of your back leg is new. Question: Given that there is supposed to be a transfer of weight from the lead foot to the inside of the back foot on the back swing, how does one use the back leg to start the transfer of the weight and momentum from the back leg to the front leg? Also, I have tried to lengthen my back swing as per your video and find that I can't seem to hit it any farther than if I use a shorter swing...even when I hit it on the screws. Why would this be and how would I correct this? Thanks. Again...interesting video. Thanks for posting.

[@Golfing-AddiCt]

My pro is getting me to work on transferring weight onto my lead side earlier and getting the hips to rotate better, literally focusing on lower half so much more, because that's where the power is created.

[@justthrowitgolf]

several ways to swing a club .. this is just your teachers method .. not a general fix

[@firstname2072]

I find if I focus more on a smooth swing I hit it worse. I just go hell for leather and smash it as hard as I can and it works out better. Zero swing thoughts when on the course, I just hope what I’ve been practising carries over

[@CoachLockey]

Lovely stuff 👍👍 I’m better full out too

[@julianroberts698]

Great lesson coach

[@CoachLockey]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@Delta.November.Foxtrot]

Coach! For tip 3, when do you slow or stall the left side? Before or at impact?

[@CoachLockey]

Around lead arm or club parallel to the floor on the downswing

[@nevillehubbard7347]

Interesting! Apart from having a desk job for 40 years+, I'm now 68 years old, 5'10", 110kgs, replacement left hip, and arthritis! Apart from lose some weight(!) have you any specific tips that might help me (current driver speed 80mph, and I hit it 190 yards, using a ladies shaft)? Second question. Would it help to start with my right hip back (i.e. a closed stance, effectively, or would that make no difference?

[@danieledge-smith4431]

Already using tip 1 & 2 and it has helped push distance off the tee. Until I have a day where my timing of the heel stomp is slightly out then 😖😖😖

[@davidmcbridethegolfinggame3359]

My excuses for not hitting 300+ yards: I am an office worker, family man and live in Canada. So I can only practice once a week and my playing season is short. However my main reason for not hitting long is fear. I have taken lessons and have gotten my wild banana slice and duck hooks to be fairway finders. My Pro. and I have focussed on accuracy. I feel when I try to really let go and swing out of my shoes as it were I get wild again. Which I guess is part of the learning process. I will give your tips a go. I have also seen some other long driver tips that might help as well.

[@Jack-xy4fy]

Accuracy over distance any day

[@cobra1995xx]

i got my AI triple diamond last week. 1 session in my indoor winter league with it... serious ball speed nmbrs n distance for me with it..

[@CoachLockey]

Let’s gooooo

[@robertshawnmitchell]

Best video from a short person I've seen today!

[@CoachLockey]

😂😂

[@jerryturner2310]

I would say he's average height, not short at all.

[@PauloG100]

@@jerryturner2310 5ft 8 is not average my friend.

[@jerryturner2310]

@@PauloG100 Might want to google things first before speaking. 5'8" - 5'9" is the average height of males

[@PauloG100]

@@jerryturner2310 I suggest you take your own advice. I quote 'In the UK, the average man is considered relatively tall compared with the other countries in the world. According to 2022 data1, the average height for men here is 178.2 cm - this is equal to 5 ft 10.4 in' I am 6ft, I suspect you are much shorter, no? :)

[@IamDaGrouch]

Hello! As a "shorter human" I really enjoyed this video. I'm curious what are your driver shaft specs, such as length, weight and flex? Thanks mate!

[@CoachLockey]

Standard length, Stiff, 63g

[@ss1597]

I am a handle dragger as well. But, if one lets their hands release, how do you prevent flipping the wrists?

[@matsjansson8748]

This was just perfect, thanks. I only have 80 yds to go to get to 305. And at 62 its a different experience with the turning part. Should have gone for yoga instead of football 50 years ago.

[@Danny.A665]

Coach - great tips but at what point in the downswing do i release the wrist angles ?

[@CoachLockey]

Depends on your ball flight 👍

[@Zephyr1968]

Lots of tips to keep Right/trail leg slightly bent, but if you don't rotate your hip more to the target it doesn't matter. Your tip is right on for 80% of golfers, straighten the leg to prevent slide, more turn and the ability to put more force in the lead leg earlier in the swing. When you finally fix those starting errors then you may be ready to keep a little bend. Thoughts?

[@hoppman6649]

I just had back fusion surgery, any thoughts on getting a turn with fusion? Same fusion Tiger had with a cheaper surgeon. I can't start swinging again until late April.

[@julianroberts698]

Try googling easiest swing it's for older less mobile golfers. Changed my game

[@paulgouge1896]

I avoided fusion, after a 2.5 yr 'lay-off' been back playing 10 years. Wasn't easy, constant stretching, Losr 20m on drives and recovered from 2 clubs more to only 1with irons. Accept that and the fact yr handicap will 'blow-out' or you'll b 4ever frustrated. I use a back inverter for 'maintenance'.

[@jamesmacleod1076]

Such great content ~ I hope you can catch Mark up on the subscribe numbers soon 👍🏻👍🏻

[@CoachLockey]

Maybe one day!

[@dsc-nr5zy]

You might be short and skinny, but you're such a lovely boy! 😂 In all seriousness, these are good drills. A good feeling for tip 3 if you don't have a Lag Shot is to use a towel instead of a golf club and try to snap it through in a full swing, snapping at the bottom. A late release will slice spin, and an early release will hook spin.

[@CoachLockey]

Like this…. 😉 kzbin.info/www/bejne/jJyYmIOggc2kl6csi=qvonMTunXEPRIp-B

[@dsc-nr5zy]

@@CoachLockeyexactly like that. See, you're such class.

[@briggs7777]

I drag the handle as well, when the ball is there, but seem to be able to let the club head go when the ball isn't there aargh. All in my head I guess, but will definitely try tip 3 nice one coach 👍

[@canyonaro]

Try hitting drives on the range with your eyes closed. I'm serious.

[@briggs7777]

@@canyonaro I'll give it a go, I just worry for the safety of the people around me 🤣

[@method341]

​@@canyonarothat's what bryson recommended. Ill try that today 😂

[@canyonaro]

@@briggs7777 You're no going to whiff. I think you'll be surprised how well you can hit it. You should also be able to detect strike location better.

[@JodyTrynabreak80butitstough]

When you say ‘ slow your hands ‘ do you mean slow your arms as well ? Or swing arms as fast as possible but don’t release hands until a certain point in the downswing?

[@CoachLockey]

If your hands are slowing down your arms have to be, arms will be slower than hands though as they have a smaller arc.

[@JodyTrynabreak80butitstough]

@@CoachLockey thank you. I will be giving this a try .

[@peterarmstrong3298]

Cheers coach.

[@philagnew810]

Brilliant matty janner !! 💚👏👏👏 mind you if i tried to turn like that , i would split my arse 😂😂

[@danielcharles4085]

Padraig says the same thing about putting the brakes on. Man that's hard to do.

[@adamjtoth]

I’m also the exact same height/weight. Do you rock a standard driver? Mine is currently 44.25 TaylorMade M3 driver. I’m looking for more distance and consistent contact like everyone else. Is it worth cutting down my driver?

[@CoachLockey]

I will be doing a video on this in the next month or so …..

[@dickieharkness5661]

Wow just realised I've not been turning my hips enough! I thought I was doing quite well but I wasn't! 😂😂

[@earlfultz8603]

You're absolutely correct, I'm 66 and it's funny all these people that hit 300 yd drives on the monitor I blow the ball 20-30 yards past them, but my first hole in one was 345 yards with persimmon

[@rickcudmore8156]

That Ventus shaft probably helps with the 300+ yard drives.

[@CoachLockey]

I can do it with any shaft bruh 😎

[@method341]

I have a Ventus and trust me, my max drives are like 250 yards total.

[@Gigity1107]

Summer where I am and my goal at the beginning of summer was to break par. I'm a 7.6 hcp. I went out recently and was -4 on the front nine with 4 straight birdies to end the nine and thought I was on course to achieve my goal. BUT! Back nine, the driver abandoned me. Started hitting high, weak slices. Like 40-50m shorter (and to the right) of my normal drives. I'm normally a pull drawer and kind of rely on that. I guess I got inside my own head. So I went to the range the next day, driving was back to normal. But out on the course the following day. Driving was weak and to the right again! Any thoughts on the mental aspect? I can't afford a psychiatrist 🤣

[@CoachLockey]

You need to find a swing thought to overcome it, even though on the range it’s working. What makes a drive go short and right?

[@darad1659]

I just watched a video about keeping your right leg bent and never locking it out. It also causes way too much left knee flexion and instability. I love how every KZbin golf video contradicts the other 😖

[@CoachLockey]

go as close to locking it out as you can but dont lock it out 👍

[@Charles-xq6mr]

So,when do we get to see you take on the guy with the glasses again...lol great lesson... Cheers

[@CoachLockey]

Next month 👌😉

[@Charles-xq6mr]

Can't wait!!!

[@gavinoliver8074]

When I have tried to rotate as per your instructions I find it very hard to hut the ball consistently. Is this just a practice thing? Very hard to figure that out in a message I know 😢

[@CoachLockey]

Golf is constantly practice. Golf is hard.

[@frankhernandez6883]

*I like the shoes, what brand are they?*

[@CoachLockey]

Fj

[@k.ratty.scratch8177]

What's your club head speed ??? Thanks

[@CoachLockey]

115mph-120mph depending on the day and conditions

[@sriddle69]

I am 5'8 and i hit 325. good tips thanks

[@thomaslyngsdal8501]

Tip 3 is the worst one, so difficult to implement as i can't go buy coordination in the shop :) for you other golfers struggling with mobility and desk/office job as I have.....go do yoga and pilatis 2-3 times a week. I am 54 and never been more flexible than now. Hip and shoulder turn is no issue, and compared to last season i gained +20 yards with driver, so now i got a carry of 230y and total 245y, increased clubhead speed and ball striking since i started yoga....so tip 4.....do yoga instead of gym :)

[@sawgrass51]

Great job….love the content and enthusiasm… “twiglets” lol.

[@CoachLockey]

Glad you enjoyed

[@mycommentpwnz]

I'm 6'4, 220LB's, fast, and strong. And, I can tell you that RANGE OF MOTION (flexibility) is VASTLY MORE IMPORTANT than strength/quickness in golf. (For generating power.)

[@tomhanks6351]

Lucky you! I’m 5’7”, 70kg and im lucky to drive the ball 200-220 yards 😢

[@JeffVandeVorst]

Serial handle dragger! Describes me perfectly

[@brianharron3435]

I’m 40 years old 5-6” and 160 lbs I can drive it over 300 yards all day with a 6 year old driver.

[@DangerousOne326]

Howwwww?? Do you work out?

[@brianharron3435]

@@DangerousOne326 never have just work construction ever day no one believes me till they see me hit the ball lol

[@HolyGrailOfGolf]

It doesn't really matter how tall or heavy your are. By far, the most important part of hitting a golf ball well is KNOWING WHAT DIRECTION TO SWING THE CLUB. And no, a circle is not a direction. By trying to swing in a circle, as most people are attempting to do, it's nearly impossible to get the speed into the club when and where we need it. Humans think in linear terms and although this idea seems counter-intuitive, there is literally no way to swing a club that doesn't result in a circular arc no matter how linear you attempt to swing it. The golf club is an amazing tool of engineering when used properly. It’s a lever, not a stick, like a baseball bat.

[@MaartenAnna]

Gobsmacked! SLOW THE HANDS DOWN????? I gotta try this at the range tomorrow. 😂😂😂

[@ChadSextoid1]

Let us know how it goes 😂. This tip seems pretty challenging to execute.

[@craigbrand712]

Excuses for not hitting it further, osteoporosis in my back and hip, and have MS 😅😅😅

[@andym5900]

At times taking a wedge off the tee when driver & irons not working Oh yes there’s been many times by say the 13th tee I’ve resorted to hit 3 or 4 wedges just to actually get a ball to a green 😂

[@Graemedargo]

Great stuff coach. Man you hit that puppy a long way for such a little guy......or perhaps your camera is lying to us as in real life you are 6'2", 130Kg and built like David. Must be to hit 300 +. 😂

[@CoachLockey]

I promise you I’m definitely not 6’2” 😂😂

[@fjvideos6522]

Sir, which one to start first during the downswing? 1. Pump the hands down or 2. Rotate the body Based on my experience, when I implemented the pump the hand down, I experienced chunking more than perfect impact. Hope your clarification

[@martingriffin1969]

Nice.

[@juasauga80]

Drive pressure into your lead foot. Rotate and then throw all your energy through the golf ball.

[@juasauga80]

From there you can refine how you deliver the club. Without all the bullshit vernacular, think of trying to hit a very low inside pitch over the wall of a baseball stadium. Voila. You're hitting the golf ball hard and fast.

[@alejandrok2891]

If one day I reach 300 yds I´ll go to England to get a hug to you (I´m from Argentina)

[@dunkirk1581]

Hard to hit it out the centre of the driver, my reason

[@jackwest5295]

I have found swimming and yoga really helps to loosen up the swing and become much more flexible.. also a hot shower Before a round or practice.. works for me !

[@CoachLockey]

Got to be ready to swing it fast thats for sure

[@calebmckay704]

Just went to a pro event. 58 year olds hitting it 324 yards total with what looks like zero effort. I'm so curious how. I'll swing so hard and barely get 280 total in the sweet spot. Makes no sense.

[@jamesbaine580]

Will these 3 tips help a 60 three-year-old man hit the ball 300 yd

[@CoachLockey]

I hope so haha

[@jamesbaine580]

@@CoachLockey What is your opinion on driver loft for mid handicappers. Should we stick with 10 and a 1/2 degrees or does 12° help more

[@nedmorales1313]

Amazing thank you. But probably closer to 5 ‘6” than 5’8”😂

[@gcoffey223]

So... what your telling me is there's a chance 😂😂😂 I get some 300 yard drives every now and again but I need some slope, wind, and roll.

[@CoachLockey]

There is definitely chance 💪💪💪

[@gcoffey223]

@@CoachLockey Gotta watch this one a few more times, I think I coukd squeeze out a few more yards. Quick question, what's better for distance? Carry or roll out?

[@method341]

Doesn't work. Still only carrying it 220 yards and I am the same size as you. I don't think I am releasing the club properly. Can you do a video on that?

[@CoachLockey]

kzbin.info/www/bejne/q5awhnx-Z7FrhK8si=H1qPGIPMYfSLhX5U

[@mistareee]

This is why 95% of golfers are hackers. Because of “straight jacket” golf instructors who basically wrap us up in a straight jacket snd twist us into pretzels and say now you should be able to swing freely and hit like tiger. We dont know how to use the tool so we end up being plagued by chunks on the course. Nobody has to teach us to use a hammer and after 1 day we all can hit the nail in the middle of the head. If we knew how to use the tool we could add all the power we wanted.

[@CoachLockey]

I only have 4 fingers on one hand because of a hammer. Wish I had watch a KZbin video first before using it 🤦‍♂️

[@kczax342]

The one thing you guys always forget is, it takes natural coordination to put all of these tips that you find easy into place, for the mere mortal golfer who already struggles with consistency implementing new so called tips /instruction can be very soul destroying if they can not get them to make a difference.

[@CoachLockey]

Start of the video I say, this isn’t easy lol

[@b1gman11]

My excuse is that i have started to skull the ball into the ground hard enough that it will cause a pitch mark XD

[@CoachLockey]

You need some low point control bruh

[@b1gman11]

@@CoachLockey i need some life control to be honest

[@b1gman11]

tbf was practising the lift heel and really turning and noticed the difference last night, just the odd skull top

[@terryread7347]

I honestly thought you were taller, Coach!

[@CoachLockey]

I wish I was 😂 although I haven’t actually measured myself. I might be a little taller

[@Mihigo26]

Coach had some strong shit for this video 🤣

[@shanewilliams1216]

I am 5'8" and am OLD and FAT, and my body is worn out from being in the automotive field for 46 years .....LOL Aint nothing going to get me more clubhead speed😜

[@fontyyy]

What the hell are those shoes? 😮

[@CoachLockey]

FJ

[@bepassa12]

Can you say Reverse Pivot.

[@CoachLockey]

Reverse pivot

[@Lambster67]

Great advice Coach, just not sure on the shoes ! look a bit like nursing home slippers :)

[@CoachLockey]

Fair enough! Ill get some new ones haha

[@darrelstevens9707]

Nice twiglets

[@CoachLockey]

I hate them haha

[@hombrepaulo]

Better than Crossfield.......awks :p

[@jerramoshea8164]

Ha ha ha....why not aye 😊

[@mickritchie1815]

Doesn’t matter how big you are. 2 biggest hitters at my club ? One is 6’4” the other is 4’6”. Ish.

[@spodbw1]

It's not fair 😢

[@jimmyburke1767]

my stomach gets in the way

[@CoachLockey]

More weight to push in the ground bruh.... no excuses haha

[@thesugarlipslove]

and wearing your grandads slippers!

[@CoachLockey]

😂