Two Ball Chip Drill

Chunked chips and thin shots are usually not caused by complicated mechanics — they are caused by poor low-point control. The “Two Ball Drill” is one of the simplest and most effective ways to train cleaner contact and build a more reliable short game under pressure.

Why Short Game Contact Breaks Down

Most short-game mistakes fall into two categories:

• Hitting behind the ball and chunking the shot.
• Raising the club too early and thinning the ball.

Both issues typically come from inconsistent low-point control and poor movement through impact.

How the Two Ball Drill Works

The setup is simple but extremely effective.

• Place two golf balls approximately six inches apart.
• Keep the balls separated — they should not touch.
• Use a normal short-game setup.

The objective is to strike both balls in one continuous motion.

What the Drill Teaches

In order to hit both balls cleanly, your body must naturally improve several important movements.

• The club continues moving forward through impact.
• The head remains steadier.
• The low point moves more consistently forward.
• The body avoids early lifting or deceleration.

The drill trains proper movement patterns without forcing technical swing thoughts.

The Key Concept: Swing Through the Shot

Most golfers focus too much on the first ball.

This drill teaches a different mindset:

• Focus on swinging through to the second ball.

That simple adjustment encourages better extension, better low-point control, and more reliable contact.

Setup Fundamentals

• Position the balls near the center of your stance.
• Keep slight pressure on the lead side.
• Maintain neutral hand position.
• Use a smooth, controlled motion.

The goal is not manipulation — it is creating repeatable contact.

What Good Repetitions Look Like

• Both balls launch cleanly.
• The strike feels centered and crisp.
• The club stays low through impact.
• The motion remains smooth and committed.

Over time, the cleaner motion transfers naturally into your normal short-game shots.

Why This Drill Improves Pressure Performance

Under pressure, golfers often become tentative and stop moving through the ball.

• The swing shortens.
• Acceleration disappears.
• Low-point control becomes inconsistent.

The Two Ball Drill teaches your body to stay committed through impact even when precision matters.

How to Practice It

• Start with slow chip shots.
• Focus on clean contact through both balls.
• Gradually increase speed and distance.
• Practice from different lies around the green.

Consistency improves quickly because the drill gives immediate feedback.

Final Thought

The best short-game drills are often the simplest. The Two Ball Drill creates better low-point control, cleaner contact, and more confidence without overcomplicating technique.

Focus on swinging through the shot, trust the motion, and let repetition build a short game you can rely on under pressure.