How to Stop Chunking Golf Shots in Omaha

Chunking (also called hitting it fat) is when you strike the ground before making contact with the ball, resulting in a weak, short shot. At Chronicle Golf in Omaha, we help golfers eliminate chunks through proper technique analysis with TrackMan and targeted practice drills.

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Understanding the Problem

The Issue: A chunk occurs when the club bottoms out too early, hitting the ground several inches behind the ball. This absorbs all the club's energy in the turf rather than transferring it to the ball, resulting in shots that barely advance forward.

Common Causes:

  • Trying to scoop or lift the ball
  • Weight staying on back foot
  • Casting or early release
  • Ball position too far forward
  • Flipping wrists at impact
  • Dropping the club from the top

Professional Solutions

At Chronicle Golf in Omaha, we've helped hundreds of golfers fix this exact issue using TrackMan technology and proven instruction methods. Here's our systematic approach:

Step 1: Forward Weight Shift

Practice weight transfer drills to ensure 80-90% of weight on lead foot at impact

Step 2: Ball-First Contact

Focus on hitting ball first, then taking divot ahead of ball

Step 3: Hands-Forward Position

Keep hands ahead of clubhead through impact zone

Step 4: Low Point Control

Use TrackMan to monitor attack angle and ensure proper low point

🎯 TrackMan Technology Advantage

Our TrackMan system provides precise data on your swing path, clubface angle, attack angle, and impact location - giving you instant feedback to accelerate your improvement.

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Why Choose Chronicle Golf?

Our approach combines cutting-edge technology with personalized instruction. Every lesson includes:

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