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Hitting a high, spinning bunker shot<\/a> can be difficult for the recreational golfer. Most players who I see struggle in sand never get in a proper setup position.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Try opening the clubface to where it\u2019s laying like a pancake flat on the sand. Next, stand farther away from the ball than you think you should and squat down, getting your hands low. This address gives you the best chance at hitting a high, soft bunker shot. <\/p>\n\n\n

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Struggling with deep bunker shots? Try these 10 tips, says top teacher<\/a><\/blockquote>\n By:<\/span>\n \n \n Kellie Stenzel, Top 100 Teacher <\/a>\n \n , \n Nick Dimengo <\/a>\n \n <\/span>\n <\/span>\n <\/figcaption>\n <\/figure>\n<\/section>\n\n\n

The \u201cspinny\u201d part has other factors \u2014 size of the sand granules, depth of sand, how fast you can swing and how close to the ball you hit \u2014 but if you nail the address, you\u2019ve done your part. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Parker McLachlin<\/a> is a\u00a0GOLF Teacher to Watch<\/a>\u00a0and short-game expert. Learn more from McLachlin at\u00a0shortgamechef.com.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n

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