Worm Burner

A poorly struck golf shot that travels along the ground with minimal height, often caused by hitting the ball with the leading edge of the club or making contact too high on the ball. Worm burners typically result from swing faults such as early release, improper weight transfer, or trying to help the ball into the air. These shots are particularly frustrating because they waste distance and often leave the golfer in poor position for the next shot. The term comes from the ball's low trajectory that appears to 'burn' across the ground surface.