Full Definition
Impact is the only moment that actually matters — everything else in the swing is just a path to a good impact position. Elite ball-strikers share several common impact characteristics: hands ahead of the ball (forward shaft lean), hips rotated open 30-45 degrees, lead wrist flat or bowed, weight shifted heavily to the lead foot, and eyes focused on the ball. GOATY's scoring system evaluates your impact position using multiple skeletal landmarks tracked via AI pose detection — comparing you directly to the GOAT Model.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Impact Position in golf?
The exact position of the body, arms, and club at the moment of contact with the ball.
Why does impact position matter for scoring?
Impact is the only moment that actually matters — everything else in the swing is just a path to a good impact position. Elite ball-strikers share several common impact characteristics: hands ahead of the ball (forward shaft lean), hips rotated open 30-45 degrees, lead wrist flat...
How can I improve my impact position?
GOATY scores your impact position across 7 biomechanical gates — ENGINE, ANCHOR, and WHIP. GOATY AI measures your impact position in real time during live practice sessions — giving you instant feedback without needing to film and review video after the fact.
What is a good impact position for an amateur golfer?
The benchmark is the GOAT Model — elite swing mechanics scored at 97.3. GOATY AI shows you exactly how your impact position compares to this elite standard and coaches you toward it session by session.