This Tip Makes Hitting DRIVER ALOT EASIER

[@brandonbarnes9943]

Steve, I just want you to know that I have struggled for years with a horrendous slice off the tee, and this absolutely fixed it. I tried it on the course halfway through a round and the very first shot was a draw. It did change my aim significantly left as well, but every shot after that off the tee was the same thing for every round afterwards. I still fade late in the round when I get hot and tired and grip the club too much, but this was a marvelous video and completely changed my game. I say all that to say this. There are a lot of golf channels on youtube, and many are great, but Steve, you legitimately fix problems without any lead in, without any side tracking. You are by far one of the best youtube instructors, and I recommend your channel to every new golfer I meet. This is not the first time you've fixed one of my swing issues, and it probably won't be the last, but it was significant enough that I felt compelled to comment on it to you. Good job, Steve. Keep up the amazing work.

[@stevejohnstongolf]

Hey Brandon, thanks for the feedback and kind comments. Great to hear you get value from my content. Thanks 🙏🏻

[@prestonmcmichael3207]

Hi Steve, I tried this at the range yesterday on the top tracer (Airth). After a few wayward shots I was hitting them straight as a die 😮I'm nearly 60 (around 18 handicap) but I've never hit a driver as straight.... it just works! (ps I use the TaylorMade brnr mini dtiver)

[@TheCarContractSlayer]

Hey Brandon buy some jumbo grips to help you with gripping it to hard. The ones Bryson Dechambeu plays are great. It literally feels like your holding a baseball bat

[@markreilly1445]

Best golf tip ever !! I sliced the ball at least 70% of the time . Just hit 50 balls in the range and never sliced one ball . Talk about a confidence booster . Super stuff , keep it coming

[@stevejohnstongolf]

Awesome👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻

[@fplcraig647]

I have played golf for 20 years and this feels like the first time I've fixed my slice. Thank you very much Steve. Keep the videos coming.

[@stevejohnstongolf]

@@fplcraig647 you’re welcome

[@richesquibel3276]

Hello Steve, it's Rich from Northern California. I saw this video last night and I was playing golf this morning with my buddies. I shoot between 90 and 95 I play golf once a month at best. 62 years old. So I tried what I saw on the video this morning at the range, and started laughing at myself as I was hitting the middle of the driving range every time. I figured what the heck I would try it on the golf course this morning. On the first two hits I topped them. Ball wasn't teed up high enough for my swing. After that I hit 8 of 12 fairways. And on the 18th hole hit a 234 yd drive. Which was great for me. Ended up with five bars and one birdie. We will ignore the rest of the holes. But this was a fantastic tip one of the best of the year that I've seen. Like you said on your video you going to keep doing this every time you tear it up with your driver I will also. Looking to get better the more I do it. I was actually drawing the ball today which is a fantastic feeling. I also felt like I was getting through the ball better.Thank you again 👍👍👍👍👍👍👍 keep the great videos coming.

[@oscarbevz2053]

g'day again from down-under...did you know Mo Norman did that - religiously.. he would do so by dragging his club along the ground in an turn arc from his set position - he said that somebody told him that the majority of golfer's errors happened within the first 12" of the back-swing...so he "deleted" that 12" . IT really does work...

[@michaeldodd6864]

Canadian legend!!

[@boydgrandy5769]

Holy crap! That works like a champ! Took it to the course today, and I got this setup to work so well that I am definitely going to keep it in my driver play. You are absolutely correct, this molds the backswing into an in to out swing and centers the ball on the face at impact. I was literally picking targets and coming so close to my aim point that is was like a flashlight beam. Incredible. Best tip I have gotten in years. Thanks Steve.

[@stevejohnstongolf]

You’re welcome👍👏🏻

[@arjunguha2688]

Definite +1 to this 12/3 tip. I sat and searched out my watch history to come and thank you. Took this to the course but I don't want to write it out and jinx my huge gains from your video. Much hugs bro !

[@patricktraynor7628]

I’ve been playing Moe Normans single plane swing taught by Todd Graves for 6 years. I’m 73 with a 12 handicap. The driver is my favourite club carrying 200 yds

[@s35flyer]

I can’t believe it,. I have struggled with driver for 30 years, it’s all over the place. I went out and tried this, straight, great drives. I just can’t believe it, Thankyou so much.

[@johnathanwetherill456]

Moe Norman !!! The king of ball striking .

[@windmillcancersurvivor2568]

Thanks for the positive energy. Your enthusiasm is contagious.

[@richreynolds3647]

This works!!! I used it yesterday and my fellow golfers were like, wow, where has that been all summer. Took my 17-year-old out for 9 holes after my earlier round, and showed him this setup and swing pattern, he started striping it and gained 30 - 40 yards cause as a lefty, he eliminated his lefty fade/slice. He now refers to it as the "stupid trendy KZbin" trick. LOL he can call it what he wants, it works and is game-changing. Thank you Steve!!!

[@DrG-ns9ym]

Good stuff. Moe Norman taught this 30 years ago and Todd Graves teaches it today.

[@die7fox]

I'm going to join everyone else who tried this and got a good result. Tried this on the range yesterday. I was already addressing the ball off the toe of the driver, so I just moved the club head a foot to the right, as in the video. I don't know WHY it works, but it does. Mind blown. I'm playing a 4-man scramble later today and I'm taking this to the course.

[@Floki6753]

how did it go?😄

[@die7fox]

@@Floki6753 Great, actually!

[@kennyhaggis]

This reads me of something Moe Norman used to advocate, there was always a gap between his club head and ball, great video Steve

[@petethomas7164]

Yes, my thoughts too.....Mo was 24 inches behind the ball, on inside. He said this was to prevent any rolling or moving of hands on take back from ball on tee....he was on to something! And had a point. Bit like Steve.....!!

[@keithgrainger8797]

Was just about to comment about moe. John ram does it sometimes as well.

[@macwallys1552]

Does this also apply to irons and hybrids? what are the distances then?

[@petethomas7164]

@@macwallys1552 try a search of Moe Norman swing....should be able to find him hitting many different clubs.

[@craigbrand712]

I want to know. Would this work if you've adjusted the loft 2 Deg so the club is shut 4 degrees? Asking for a friend 😅

[@lukec.872]

I did try this on my 3rd trip to a driving range, the 12 inches back, 3 inches down and it did have me actually hitting the ball. So that's progress, thanks.

[@harrybutler1090]

Absolutely brilliant video l tried it out at my local Driving range wow I'm 75years and I've never hit the golf ball so well thanks Steve 😊😊😊

[@krystalashley4006]

I’ve been doing this for about 8 months and believe me. It works.

[@davismccardle1]

OK I went out and tried this today. It was AMAZING. I missed several drives because I didn't keep my head still or I didn't line the ball up in my stance correctly. But when I did it the way Steve is telling us, the drives I hit...wow. I hit some draws, some straight balls, and they airmailed. Try this drill, you will need to practice a little to get all the parts right but it WORKS! Subscribed!

[@stevejohnstongolf]

@@davismccardle1 awesome, well done and thanks for subscribing 👏🏻👍

[@garyeverest6178]

Aloha, Mr. Johnston, Thanks so very much for this video. I played today following exactly your tip "12-inches back and three-inches in". I'm pleased to report that I hit the best drives yet! It was incredibly easy and the results were exactly as you said. I'm 74-years young and can't thank you enough for sharing this valuable tip.

[@mattjones1105]

Holy F!!! This no joke cured my slice!! I was down the middle of the fairways on all of my drives!!!

[@stevejohnstongolf]

Best tip ever!!!!!

[@gavinelliot]

Never mind the driver. I’ve been starting more or less the same tip with irons. Starting the backswing from a foot or so behind and slightly inside the line. Works a treat and seems to keep everything compact and on plane

[@rude1408]

I stumbled upon this video by chance and wanted to give it a listen. I decided to try the tips to reduce or stop my slice. After heading to the driving range today, I was amazed at the improvement in my shots. Now, I'm eager to see how it works out on the golf course. Thank you!

[@stevejohnstongolf]

@@rude1408 awesome👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👍

[@gb194]

Best golf video I've seen in a guid while

[@craigweaver4129]

This really works!!!! I hit 5 balls today and all 5 were the best I've hit in years. I was a doubter but I'm not anymore! Now to carry it over to actual play.

[@AlanMyers-c9v]

Steve, thank you so much for this tip. I have been struggling with driver but yesterday I followed your advice and hit every fairway. My playing partners couldn’t believe it. I ended up with a gross 80 after regularly being in the 90’s. I did have a couple of lucky birdie chips but I put this down to the confidence instilled due to the good driving. Thanks again for the game changer.

[@jashdogg]

mind blown..no joke, this fixed my driver. its unbelievable.

[@TubbiToSchu]

This video is pure gold. Always struggled with inconsistency and slices. Today I tried this on the range and got like 85% of the drives straight and far. Thank you!

[@stevejohnstongolf]

Gold indeed

[@carl-henriklagringe1568]

Tried this cheat also with my long irons. 5 inches back and 1,5 inches in, it worked perfect... Carl from Sweden.

[@stevejohnstongolf]

Brilliant Carl….well done👏🏻

[@johnogolf]

Just got back from playing, thought your tip just crazy till i tried it this morn, i'm a ten handicap, and this is as well as i ever hit the driver!!! so huge thanks Steve , think this is my go to drive now!!!!

[@nupezb]

Steve- Thanks for this video. I went to the range a few days ago to practice this setup successfully. Today, I noticed my driving was much better, longer, and straighter for the most part. I will continue to work on this drill to gain more confidence, but I enjoyed my round today.

[@chrisrose8175]

This tip is absolutely brilliant! Worked straight away tonight. What a feeling! I was at the range working on hitting a fade from a lesson you gave me a couple of years ago Steve. But I've always wanted to be able to hit a straight ball or draw with an in to out path. So I popped on this video and wow I can't believe how easy it was. Added 30 yards and what a feeling off the club face. Just need to try take it to the course now. Thanks again Steve. Keep up the good work.

[@arjunguha2688]

Definite +1 to this 12/3 tip. I sat and searched out my watch history to come and thank you. Took this to the course but I don't want to write it out and jinx my gains from your tip. Much hugs Steve ! Now next few days I will focus on understanding your accent better so I can learn better 😅

[@stevejohnstongolf]

Glad it was helpful! Sorry about the accent🤷‍♂️🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿

[@spencerdoggett6687]

I tried the 12 and 3 inch position yesterday. My playing partner thought I was crazy. Then we were BOTH amazed when I smashed a perfect drive 50 yards further than I normally do!

[@rustystokes1404]

I have tinkered with something similar. Thanks Steve. I love your approach to the swing.

[@brandonwilkinson1361]

I wasn't convinced until I tried it. Unbelievable!!!! I just played the best driving round of my life. Hit every fairway and hit it longer. Wow!! U the man!!

[@tedrstedrs6690]

I have to agree with all comments that are positive this has fixed my driver and given me the confidence to go after the ball needless to say at 6'3 245 I'm hitting BOMBS!!!

[@TrevenMcBride]

I just put this to use at a local course and believe me when I tell you it works! I don’t know what about this clicked for me but I hit every fairway today and was literally waiting for my old drive to come creeping its head out of the framework! It never did though I can’t thank you enough for this tip truly! Watch this and put it to the test your next time out and Hit them straight from here on out!

[@stevejohnstongolf]

That’s brilliant. Well done👏🏻👍

[@MaFaKeys]

Steve, this is amazing! I tried this today at the range, however, since I’m following the Jim Venetos school, I did this with the JV setup. This creates a JV bomb! I was scepticus whether the club would actually get back to the ball like you are doing, but it does! And this creates a beautiful draw with super lengthy roll after it lands. This added at least 30 yards to the drive. And like you, little dispersion!

[@stevejohnstongolf]

Brilliant 👏🏻👏🏻

[@roys4363]

I've done that before and worked but didn't do the 3 inches in Moe Norman would do that it feels like a good chunk of your backswing is done because it is great tip Steve.

[@GlennPenaDriver]

Steve your tip is AMAZING I tried it today at the range and it really works. It was going straight and far consistently. Now I gotta take it to the course. Will reply back with the results. Thanks Steve.

[@MabelWatters]

Ivan. Absolutely brilliant instruction by Steve for driving the ball off the tee.😃😃

[@Thebigman17761976]

Steve-O, this is the absolute best driving lesson I’ve ever happened upon. Absolutely stupendous. I was losing yardage off the tee with driver and today I was out driving my partners by up to 60 yards today. And by the way I hit 10/14 fare ways. Fantastic day. Thanks!

[@tady7387]

tried today and started hitting some decent drives, but on the back nine as i got used to the setup/swing i hit two long drives that was the longest for this year. definitely works for me!

[@michaelfagan2630]

Brilliant Steve , great addition to last week’s driver vlog really getting driver swinging around the body.😊

[@malcolmbenn1051]

Great video. I started doing this 2 months ago and you are absolutely spot on with the results. It's amazing how well this works.

[@Paterson8]

This is the single most effective tip I have ever used. I cannot thank you enough for this one. Subscribed!

[@jimerskineart]

I've now taken this to the course, having practised on the range for a couple of weeks. My weak shot is to come up out of the swing and hit a horrendous shot that goes off to the right. However, without doubt, this has improved my driving considerably. I now need to trust it fully, and I'm sure that will stop me from coming off the shot too early. Another cracking teaching video, Steve. Thank you.

[@markjhoney]

I must admit I wrote this off as another KZbin tip that probably wouldn't work so I forgot about it, I went down to the range the other day and I was doing my usual high push slice that goes nowhere then I thought I'd give it a try, all of a sudden I'm aiming up the right side and hitting a nice draw every shot, I wish I had tried this years ago I'm 66 and I've gained about 20 yards :)

[@stevejohnstongolf]

Bingo!!💥

[@shaunjayes8842]

I've been a subscriber of this channel since the internet began, and it never fails to both educate and entertain me. 😊 This setup is just genius. Keep them coming Steve, you're doing God's work.

[@JohnStrandt]

I had lessons in the 90s by a pro that did this. One of his students qualified for the US Open, and he was also doing this. Like others said, Moe Norman did it as well.

[@jksojmo123]

Steve- it works ! Tried it at the range and used it in play today - missed 1 fairway out of 7 Longer and straighter as well - thanks so much - really enjoy your videos

[@michaelsheedy2968]

Best tip i ever got...so glad i came across your video. Gets me deep into backswing that id stopped doing. Improving irons now aswell. Thank you

[@matthewh.sturgess385]

This tip was an absolute game changer for me - thank you SO much for posting 😊

[@stevejohnstongolf]

Glad it was helpful!

[@annehofstee3017]

Hi Steve , just saw this video. Will check it out next week. Thnx from a 17hcp in Holland

[@davidmarshall5584]

Cant wait to try this Steve, TY for all your support and tips, always appreciated

[@philipbaddeley9163]

For those curious, yes this does work with irons and hybrids, just reduce the distance behind the ball and the distance inwards according to the length of the club. I tried it with a pitching wedge, 6” back and 1” inwards and not only straight but the ball also went 15 or 20 yds further. My hybrid 4 went almost as far as my driver ! Obviously it’s not necessary to adopt all of Mo’s technique, just this setup will be successful on its own - well done Steve !

[@stevejohnstongolf]

Brilliant explanation. Thanks 🙏🏻 👍👏🏻

[@peteknoll5332]

Worked perfect with driver. Have not figured out the other clubs. Did not work on the range.

[@ChrisCornhill]

Oooft, who would have thought , such as easy setup change that has just made my fade/slice drives into baby draws. 🙌

[@daves5623]

Excellent descriptions ~ I just found your channel and I’m subscribed

[@stevejohnstongolf]

Thanks Dave, welcome to the channel 👍

[@geordieboyjohn]

This just works....one time on course....good. 2nd time indoor simulator comp Valderrama - won. Next time course comp. hcp dropped. Thanks Steve. see you back in Mallorca hopefully this year....

[@stevejohnstongolf]

Great job!

[@vwhite3217]

Steve, Greetings! Spot on about this Driver technique! Works with all of my clubs too with minor adjustments! Well done and thank you!!

[@PaulDoc9]

Going to try this for fun,at first,practicing on the course.Timing and head stability will be key though.The enthusiasm from coach is contagious.🎉😊

[@petethomas7164]

Great Steve....a bit of Moe Norman , always worth a look?! He had something....that some still do not understand.

[@otherone1234]

Best advice I have ever run into in golf. Tried it today and by the third hole I was having best drives I've had in a long time. It actually works for irons and hybrids and woods also but only position them back about 5-6 inches. for me the best results I got when i placed the driver back about 14 inches. So easy unreal. Thanks man. Give us some tip for irons, even though as I said it worked pretty good on all other clubs but with shorter distance than 12 inches from the ball. Needless to say, of course I subscribed right away to your channel.

[@alexandranoble6345]

Great tip, Moe knows

[@danielh4032]

I use something similar - tee the ball with the logo or other mark to the back of the ball at 7 o’clock looking from above then place the club about two head widths back with the face pointing at the mark.

[@AnotherLostBall]

I was very sceptical … but it really works! I typically have a fade with my driver and have tried lots of things to fix this. Your tip worked first time. I hit several perfect drives on yesterday’s round and it felt really easy. Thanks 🙏

[@laurieockelford4102]

Wow tried it on the course -without any practice the drive went so straight it landed in the 100 yd centre marker stone ! Then on the next hole i tried it with. My five wood and five iron - IT WORKED just as well … Thanks for video

[@kleinartworks]

Thanks Steve! I took my driver out of the bag, because I simply couldn't hit it. But using this setup fixed whatever swing problem I had.

[@Richkotite1]

I saw this the other day and got a chance to try it on the range today and it is unbelievable. Crushed straught and long.

[@jimdunlop2304]

Straight out of Moe Norman's playbook. Love it!

[@stevejohnstongolf]

You’re right but at the time of filming I never thought of Moe. Wish I had and I would have discussed it and the vertical drop

[@jimdunlop2304]

@@stevejohnstongolf Steve, I have tried to use Moe's approach more than once, but have never been able to make it work. Too late to adopt now!

[@theosuhm1515]

Literally just did this yesterday. Extremely impressed thank you.!

[@danfields3341]

Played in a tournament this morning... My best day by far with the driver...👍👍

[@johnking9794]

Thank you Steve. Pre-setting the back swing really helped. How can you incorporate this for Irons or is this specifically for Driver.

[@peteknoll5332]

I have tried this with my irons, hybrids and fairway woods. Did not work for me. The driver worked great! Anyone else successful with other clubs?

[@grahamwilcox4027]

I didn’t have the bottle to try this on course but did at the range today. If my normal swing is 90% this feels like 100% it worked really well, more height and carry distance increased. I doubt my dispersion was anything like yours (ever!) but I’m definitely going to try again before unleashing it on course, I’ll probably give it a go at my lesson next week and get some Trackman numbers to compare. Thanks 👍

[@daledoige9329]

Very much like the great ball striker Moe Norman from Canada

[@CharlesKeller]

This is amazing. I'm using it for everything off the tee now. I gained 30 yards on my driver doing this yesterday on the course. Hit 7 of 14 fairways. Thanks, Steve.

[@davebrown9358]

Everything off the tee? Did it work with 3 wood or irons?

[@CharlesKeller]

@@davebrown9358 7 wood and hybrids, irons not so much but it's not hurting so I keep doing it.

[@davebrown9358]

@@CharlesKeller I have a tendency to pull irons from a tee, making par 3s a nightmare! I'm almost convinced it's my takeaway, so I'll give it a shot and see. Thanks.

[@albrookstexas]

Steve, since I've been following your channel for a couple of months, my game has improved immensely. I've been able to incorporate your Eureka golf swing just by viewing several of your videos. And you are very talented at explaining things and have an enjoyable personality. However I get confused by lookin g at some of your older posts vs some of the newest ones. For example you have several driver videos that don't seem as relevant when incorporating this new setup. Perhaps you could post a "review" comparing past to present instructions to sort me out😁. Thanks for all of your help.

[@stevejohnstongolf]

The game is always evolving and each tip is something that works for someone so there is always going to be contradiction. That’s why it’s the best game in the world. There are fundamentals to adhere to but there is no right or wrong🤷‍♂️

[@albrookstexas]

Makes sense! Thanks

[@straycatflauter5377]

This is the best driver tip. I'm 90% more accurate and better distance. Thanks, Steve

[@porlwarren2310]

Wow, just tried this in warm up then straight to course and it worked! Not hit driver that far (and straight) ever before.

[@DavidSimonWebDesign]

Works every time! I hit 10 balls that landed in the same spot with a 3 to 5 yard draw. I usually over draw or hook the ball. I tried it with my 4 hybrid and it worked most of the time. I only went back about a club head and in about and inch. Please work out the numbers for the rest of the clubs. Thanks Steve.

[@greenGaming_uk]

this really helps to keep your right arm into your side

[@theosuhm1515]

Literally just did this yesterday. Extremely impressed thank you! Looking for your next video on better iron striking tips

[@jamesbaine580]

I have been playing golf for about 40 years and have rarely carried a driver I usually Rely on my 3 wood. This tip you just gave could give me hope to put the big stick in the bag. I'm 63 and I know I can still send the ball out there pretty far but I am missing out on yardage because of not carrying a driver

[@danielcharles4085]

Looking forward to trying this!

[@advantagemarine7305]

Same 👍 did you try it yet?

[@danielcharles4085]

@advantagemarine7305 yes. I am doing something wrong though. Was chunking it.

[@jackjchristie]

Hi Stevie Iv been using this driver tip for about a year now and I also introduced to my retired mates. It allows driver face to square easily. Brilliant stevie 👏

[@thehonestjeweller]

Steve, my truly bad shot is the slice, it ruins me. I tried your technique yesterday and can honestly say I have never hit the driver so well. The height, distance, slight draw and ball flight was stunning. Even I was looking at my drives thinking they were things of beauty. Medal today, bring it on.

[@stevejohnstongolf]

Awesome….. good luck👍

[@bga9388]

As many pro's tell: the first 12 inches are the most important in the swing. Thanks Steve! And hey: you number subscribers has gone up the last few weeks. Please keep it going and coming Sir - your approach is very much appreciated!

[@MarkBay1234]

Going straight the course to try this

[@KevinAlexander-KMA]

Hi Steve tried the tip yesterday even with the longer irons, awesome results, thanks Steve

[@craigbrand712]

Tried a few times today and when you connect it certainly goes further and straighter 😮❤❤

[@brendanhrogers]

Steve, thank you for making this video. This driver tip works very well. I went to the practice range right after watching, and it worked great! I also tried it with my 3 wood but only a few inches back, and it worked well, too.

[@robertjay3687]

It worked for me for 2 rounds so far, my playing partner said I better write you a thank you letter lol

[@billjones8542]

been doing this for years. makes the turn so much easier as you are starting from a turned position.

[@michaelmccreery8192]

Any decent golfer would not dream of this set up, but if it works for some, fantastic.

[@stevenbrown7473]

I was skeptical but IT WORKS !!! Add 25 to 30 yds on my drives. Started selling it to friends . LOL

[@stevejohnstongolf]

Excellent Steven. Keep spreading the word

[@karlwoolley9092]

Brilliant stuff Steve. Your enthusiasm for this tip says everything about how effective it is. I’ve being doing this recently but with the club head not quite as far back from the ball. It’s made a huge difference. Gonna go the whole hog next time out!!

[@ilovelinzi100]

Tried today on course in competition, Haven’t heard super drive so many times by my playing partners! 👌

[@joemoyster5085]

Hi Steve ,used the 12 back 3 in technique on Friday last for the first time. Crushed. 14 out of 18 drives,made me look like a proper golfer😂.What a fantastic tip!!!!Thank you Steve.

[@stevejohnstongolf]

Awesome!!! 🤩

[@fabioapolito5953]

Very nice. Moe Norman setup in a similar way.

[@georgemajor9589]

Hi Steve, another “ makes sense” video… be trying this in our men’s day competition this afternoon… I’ll get back to you tonight to let you know how it went 😎

[@mikebarnard2689]

Yep, gets rid of flip inside and many other faults. Works fine for irons but perhaps 6” behind and 1.5” inside.