See Also: The Lead (Top) Hand Grip
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Michael Lamanna is Director of Instruction at The Phoenician resort in Scottsdale, Ariz.
The Golf Grip - How to Place Your Trailing Hand (Bottom Hand) on the Handle
Make sure that the "V" formed by the thumb and forefinger of your trailing (bottom) hand points toward your back ear/shoulder area (the 1 o'clock position). This "V" should be parallel to the "V" on your lead hand (as illustrated by the double arrows in the photo).
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- The Trailing Hand (Bottom Hand) Grip
- Look at Your Fingers
- Put your Fingers on the Handle
- Use Your Lifeline
- Check the "V"
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