More Power, More Consistency – A Tour-Proven Drill

Sync Your Swing Like a FedExCup Champion

When it comes to elite ball striking, FedExCup Champion Billy Horschel has a drill that helps sync the lower and upper body for a more connected downswing.

He’s using an alignment stick through his belt loops to ensure his hips and torso move together rather than his lower body spinning out too soon. While this drill is highly effective, if you’re trying it for the first time, take it slow and focus on control. The last thing you want is to hit yourself with the stick—progress gradually and build the right movement patterns safely.

Want a video breakdown of the drill? Click here (it’s only 2 minutes)

Why This Drill Works

For players who tend to fire their hips too early, the club can get trapped behind them, leading to blocks and hooks. By syncing up the downswing with this drill, the club stays more in front of the body, allowing for a more consistent and repeatable impact position.

✅ At the top of the backswing, focus on moving your upper and lower body together.

✅ Keep the club in front of your chest as you transition into the downswing.

✅ Use small, controlled rehearsals before progressing to full-speed swings.

An Alternative for Golfers Who Slice

If you tend to slice the ball (coming over the top), this drill can be modified:

✔️ Start your downswing by rotating your hips first, keeping your upper body back just a little longer.

✔️ Feel the club shallow naturally instead of cutting across the ball.

✔️ Use a slower tempo at first to develop better sequencing.

Key Takeaway for Your Practice

This drill isn’t about speed—it’s about sequence. Start slow, build the movement, and gradually work up to full swings. With the right execution, you’ll create a more powerful and consistent downswing—and maybe even start striking the ball like a FedExCup Champion.

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