Bubba Watson is a genius ball-striker and shot-shaper. I watched him hit golf balls at Firestone Tuesday while waiting for my interview with Gurbaaz Mann, and I noticed something. He doesn’t hit two shots in a row with the same shape. However, he does hit each different shot from the same open stance.

He has adapted his own swing triggers for each shot shape based on experience. For a straight ball, he lifts his front heel before he draws it back. When he hits the big cut, he starts with it flat on the ground. This can’t be taught. This is his genius. His swing is untouchable with conventional coaching. Therefore, we should just resign ourselves to enjoy the show.

In the following swing, you’ll notice how pointless swing coaches are, and how powerful the open stance philosophy really is. Bubba Watson is not only the “most amazing” (Baaz) shot shaper on tour, but he also is without any coach other than open stance necessities and feedback.

Re-read my post about sides of the plane. One is titled, Which Side of the Plane is Best For You, and the other is titled, It’s Easier to Control The Above The Plane Than The Below The Plane. Either will help you understand why Bubba can do what no one else can.

John Wright – Founder
The Open Stance Academy