Open Stance

A setup position where the golfer's feet, hips, and shoulders are aligned left of the target line (for right-handed golfers), often used to promote draw ball flight or accommodate specific swing characteristics. Open stance can help golfers who struggle with hooks or need to promote a fade ball flight pattern. This setup position affects swing path and can influence ball flight direction, requiring adjustments to club face position and swing plane. Understanding stance variations and their effects on ball flight helps golfers make strategic setup adjustments for different shot requirements and course conditions.