THE JUNIOR GOLF GUIDE
THE JUNIOR GOLF GUIDE · FULL SWING DRILL #22

The Trajectory Challenge – High, Medium, Low

Learn to produce three different ball flights while keeping contact predictable.

The Trajectory Challenge – High, Medium, Low illustrated four-step drill card

The Setup

Equipment: One iron, nine golf balls, and a safe range target.

  1. Choose one iron and a target with a clear landing area.
  2. Decide what high, medium, and low flight look like for that golfer.
  3. Prioritize balanced swings and solid contact rather than extreme changes.

What You’ll Learn

Trajectory awareness, adaptable ball flight, and consistent contact.

The Challenge

  1. Hit three controlled low-flight shots toward the target.
  2. Hit three medium-flight shots toward the same target.
  3. Hit three higher-flight shots toward the target.
  4. After each shot, evaluate flight shape and contact quality.
Scoring: 1 point for each shot showing the intended flight and solid contact. Perfect score: 9/9.

Record your result and set a goal for your next practice session.