ESTABLISHING A CONSISTENT PRE-SHOT ROUTINE | Paddy's Golf Top #27 | Padraig Harrington

One key element in playing good golf, is developing an effective and consistent pre-shot routine. Once a player has established the shot you want to hit and have picked a target, my belief is that a player should focus on one key thought as they approach the ball, and return to that same thought on each and every shot during the round.
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[@ianbarr5110]

Padraig. Brilliant coaching. I have learned more from your short vids than I have my whole golfing life.

[@johnsfuller]

Padraig, thank you for taking the time to bestow your knowledge on all the golf-idiots like me :) You're swing is legendary, I could watch it all day.

[@NettechZelkova]

I'm doing a Monday Qualifier this month. Your videos have really helped me.

[@darrelstevens9707]

Your the best teacher Padi thanks for doing these. I know everyone loves it.

[@kakimotoK20]

I’m so stoked for your channel Padraig! All your tips have been so practical, concise, and well done. Us amateurs greatly need this and I really appreciate the quality content. Thank you sir. If you’re ever wondering a next tip, I think you should show whatever you think is the most important thing that you haven’t already went over. You’re the master and probably know what we need better than we do. I haven’t watched all your clips YET and it seems like you’ve covered most aspects already, so maybe something on gear like picking the right clubs and shafts. I really like reviews of new clubs, so you could do endless amounts of those if your sponsors allow it. Thanks again

[@johnphilbin42]

Great info on pre shot mental routine. If I practiced that drill with 10 shots and water on left, I'd only have number 2 balls left. Lol

[@reedhornsby2420]

This is the best instructive KZbin channel hands down. Emphasis on clubface control and using natural athletic movements for the technical stuff. Amazing content on non-technique related side of golf.

[@CaribSurfKing1]

One of the best golf tip sessions I have seen on the internet Paddy! Started golf at 29. Got down to scratch at 30 ( yes, I had some time off work ). Been trying with USGA.GSGA qualifying tournaments etc... Could always hit it tour far, great at most aspects of the game. However never done well in tournaments. To take range/fun golf to the tournament. Problem 1, Built my own clubs and A/B tested then until I found the full set via eBay etc... . Problem 2. Decided to just hit fades with the driver, never a draw. Problem 3. Gave up on hero swings and played to what I typically hit when on the range. Took me 20 years to learn what was just described in this video ( and I consider myself smart, so much for that )! Started finally breaking par, in a tournament. Only happened once so far, this year in a Champions Tour pre qualifier, after 22 years. Problem 4. Still from 120 yds and closer, I am only 25% successful ( this is my final problem to solve to finally reach my potential ). Even yesterday, my bad holes were all caused by 1 issue, distance control on putts, chips, pitches and full wedge shots, purely, because of the the slope of the lies you get on the course and greens ( i.e. I dont practice this because I have a flat backyard ). Sometimes I cannot avoid these lies due to the course in general i.e. I rarely mess up off the tee. How do I conquer what is new i.e. a shot I haven't seen before? DO I just need to find all these possibilities in my practice and put in those hours as well? I assume that's a yes! One final note. When I finally dialed in my equipment and tee shots started doing what they did on the range, in tournaments, it completely changed my mental state about the game. Fitting should take a long time. It requires massive amounts of A/B testing different equipment. It made such a massive difference to me i.e. why could I never get 13 clubs to basically behave the same way i.e. it goes where I aim, no matter if its a driver, 2 hybrid, 6 iron, SW etc.... with the same swing.

[@teleduff1037]

Listened to the No Laying Up podcast after the US open and wanted to see your exaggerated practice swings. I love this tip and am going to implement this. I also play the best when all I think about is the target. This is the best video I've ever seen for golf. Nothing about mechanics here, all in the head. Keep shit simple, love it. Thank you!

[@chase1317]

A true masterclass in golf instruction. Thanks Padraig!

[@Chris_Traynor]

Wonderful insight! And simply explained. Thankin you Paddy!

[@timchamberlain5858]

Paddy seemed reluctant to do this one, but it might be his best video yet. This was brilliant.

[@andytoh-toh6488]

The best golf instructional video on KZbin. Thank you Padraig.

[@diarmaidoleary8390]

Thanks a million for another brilliant video Paddy, on my life I was thinking about my pre shot routine today and then this pops up!

[@Keyevns89]

Another priceless video Paddy. I always go back over and watch the others, you make the instruction sound so simple and easy to take in.

[@gregorahellus7230]

This is so helpful and just pure gold! Thank You, Sir!

[@gordonwinstanley2006]

Could listen all day to your advice padraig i will definitely be starting this routine. You were always one of my heros padraig thank you 👍👍

[@DIOSKAZE]

Love your videos Padraig! Thank you so much. 😁

[@jeremiahmclane2374]

Been watching you on the Champions tour, great eagle putt last Saturday on 18, thanks for the tips, routing for you Paddy!

[@dancarey9495]

A big thank you for spending time sharing your valuable experience!

[@kieranvr8663]

Thanks for doing this Paddy, these are truly helpful lessons time and again.

[@Styleclassics]

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Pure Gold, thanks Paddy

[@pjbinks]

Recently discovered your channel and I'm absolutely amazed at how everything you explain and demonstrate feels so intuitive easy to understand! Thank you so much for the content Paddy! Will be recommending the channel to my family and friends!

[@TheMarkieHD]

Great advice as always, I recently saw Lee Westwood comment on how many amateur players fail to have a set routine which leads to issues. Thanks for sharing your tips!

[@JMacc1979]

Great video Paddy, thanks for doing these videos, it’s great to get a pro’s perspective that was at the highest level

[@emelia_privx772]

Some man. Simply down to earth. Thanks Paddy

[@vernew]

One of the best videos I’ve seen! Can’t wait to get out on the course to practice this!

[@chrisdixon2843]

Literally just had the best range session ever focussing solely on pre shot routine and then focussing on very small targets. Great video. Hopefully works on the course tomorrow but I have full confidence it will!

[@johnrachcoff6928]

I like the you frame the outer and inner posts. A great tip⛳🏌️

[@johnnymossville]

This is such great advice Padraig. Thank you.

[@Murf1802]

Thank you, loving the thoughts on tee box, outstanding, The Mind,, very powerful tool, best club in the Bag! For a club Golfer like myself ,, Priceless information! Thanks again, be safe!

[@jpxst180s6]

Best of luck this week Padraig #southern hills

[@samuelchoisamchoi714]

These videos are soo good, give the man more views KZbin algorithm!

[@user-nc3uc4oi6h]

Brilliant between the ears stuff 👏 Much needed.

[@stevehutchinson321]

Bloody hell this was really good advice. I'll keep it to one thought now all day.

[@jbiz447]

Great video Paggy! Thank you.

[@ruatoomey9107]

Fantastic insight Padraig, best of luck in pga championship, would love to see you in top 5 again this year.

[@benjaminwilson869]

What a difference maker!

[@SteveSmith-zz4ih]

i'm just reading a Bob Rotella book at the moment, easy reading and common sense. Good Video Uncle Paddy.

[@ikigai47]

Rockin the Wilsons. Love it

[@jordybeans2392]

Incredible tips! Thank you🇮🇪

[@CraigalFun]

Great tips, cheers Paddy

[@skjortan]

Giving some golf psychology! Fresh!

[@merocaine]

Swing is so fluid.

[@johnmooney5223]

Thanks Paddy your the best!

[@eddieburke1404]

Excellent advice, thanks a million

[@richyclubsport5155]

Paddy's half swing is my full swing, seriously, aim at nothing, expect nothing, never forget the late great John Jacobs, club on target, feet in position, adopt the correct posture, and him saying that most of the time when one of his tour players was playing badly, often one of the basics were the problem

[@DS23Baseball]

Great stuff 👌

[@jamesharris184]

He describes my golf game perfectly and the multiple balls off the T all in the name of science. So long as I am alone and not holding anyone up. There is no other way to know. Lovely video thanks.

[@IrishDean1000]

This is the best Golf lesson upload on KZbin for amateur golfers looking for consistency.

[@mrangus578]

Wow. I've played competitive golf for 30+ years and this is the best pre-shot routine advice I've ever seen/ heard. I particularly appreciate the secrets around shaping the ball. Great video.

[@Buynefamilie]

This information is gold .

[@atgiovina]

Great vid

[@charlesalan5999]

I love the man!

[@vb1942]

Great video again Paddy. Could you please show us some drills to compress the ball consistently and how the impact position works?

[@flyaf9167]

Very nice !

[@lastimofo]

Paddy givin away dese secrets, capital man!

[@aakashnarula]

Thanks for breaking it down to simplicity

[@docsbmw525i]

Top draw as usual Paddy, thank you for the tips 👍👍👍👍

[@PadraigHarringtonOfficial]

No problem 👍

[@shuyuan901]

Fantastic

[@andresd11]

Woooow!

[@sharnoconnor3640]

Great Vid

[@salsalumundo9406]

Brilliant

[@Al-oy3pk]

Would be great if you could do a video about making swing changes. Like how do you ingrain new movements into the swing. Great vid as per, been working through all your videos

[@Prophecy23JC]

Thanks again, Mr. Harrington. Do you pick an intermediate target? Like a spot on the ground?

[@craigfallows2252]

Very good 👍🏻

[@willemdewaal1127]

Great video!! So true about the swing thought idea, works couple of rounds and then you are back to square one. When hitting a lite fade or draw, do you manipulate your feet and clubface or are you doing it only by swing path?

[@johnsfuller]

I just watched his video that answers that question. It is number 22 I believe.

[@pdub2762]

Go get em at Southern Hills! 💪

[@trxe420]

It's as I feared, golf is about practice, confidence and repetition.

[@joevorachack3791]

How does this channel not have more views?

[@creamabdul-jabbar6722]

Mine when I'm playing good is 1. Yardage 2. Wind 3. Slope and lie 4. What shot do I have depending on those circumstances (play what I have don't try to manipulate the shot) an example is tight lie chip I know I don't have really anything in my bag besides a bump 5. Does that shot fit my target 6. Visualize 7. Attack

[@mbillmiller1]

Do you ever try to hit a straight ball or is it always fade or draw ?? Fantastic instruction thank you!

[@dougm659]

According to some PGA pro teachers, a dead straight shot is almost impossible to achieve so it’s best to try to learn how to draw and fade it under control….easier said than done!

[@manishchopra4493]

Paddy, favorite Rotella book? Thank you.

[@paulgore8242]

Great information Paddy, I notice you pick a target way of in the distance,do you not also pick a target 3/4ft in front of the ball.👍

[@mrjl78]

That's more a method on the putting green , for iron's it's really more of a target in the distance you go for

[@CanadianBiPolarBear]

Which irishmen is gonna win southern hills this weekend? Hideki is only 1 that may 1 up an irishman this week

[@birdmangolf]

My routine consists of "Don't shank, don't shank, don't shank"

[@edro3838]

🤣 not suppose to say or write that word…a certainly don’t think that word 🤣

[@birdmangolf]

@@edro3838 time to retire then lol

[@edro3838]

@@birdmangolf played for 50 yrs and still hit the hosel rocket. Worst shot in golf 🙄 bad enough to hit that shot but the next shot is the scary one. For me it was always the wedges.

[@birdmangolf]

@@edro3838 Gotta love this game.

[@tryNtryAGAIN]

I mostly try hit it straight ! Lol

[@sumitagg1]

You’re the best. We need more players like you and not jerks like tiger and phil

[@endaoshea5328]

"Squeeze the elbows and hit 1 inch after the ball" is my thought and it works in fairness...until it doesnt

[@PatrickMclaughlinRock]

I used to have no swing thoughts for the first 30 years and played to a 1 handicap, now this past 14 years after a swing change from a draw to a fade I've at least 3, so frustrating, wish I could play with none but my mind won't allow it, no trust or confidence.

[@jtinaz5119]

I missed it @padraig what was your one thought?

[@daltonskinner8919]

Love the parameter tip, so simple yet gets overlooked

[@matthewireland9174]

Title of the video says top instead of tip just a heads up, great vid 👍

[@FarnzworthIII]

We all make mistakes …

[@redhed9776]

painful truth: to get the absolute maximum benefit from this lesson, you MUST be able to hit the ball REMOTELY close to where you are aiming. If you spray the ball, like many of us do (more than we like), our efforts will likely gain little.

[@charlesmarshall8046]

I don’t agree. If you’re more prone to bad misses it’s even more important that you establish a consistent routine and make good decisions in terms of selecting a sensible target that takes you away from the worst of the trouble.