Full Definition
A pull occurs when the clubhead travels out-to-in AND the face is square to that path, sending the ball left without much curve. Unlike a slice (out-to-in plus face open to path), a pull has decent contact but misdirected trajectory. Causes include shoulders opening too early in the downswing (over the top), aiming left at address without realizing it, or a strong grip combined with early body rotation. Fix by improving downswing sequencing to shallow the approach.
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GOATY tip: If your ball flight is a dead-straight pull rather than a pull-slice, your contact is actually decent but your path is too far left. Try aiming at a target 20 yards right and making your normal swing to isolate the path issue. Book a free live lesson to see your own pull shot data in real time during your practice session.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pull Shot in golf?
A shot that travels left of target caused by an out-to-in path with a square clubface.
Why does pull shot matter for scoring?
A pull occurs when the clubhead travels out-to-in AND the face is square to that path, sending the ball left without much curve. Unlike a slice (out-to-in plus face open to path), a pull has decent contact but misdirected trajectory. Causes include shoulders opening too early in ...
How can I improve my pull shot?
GOATY tip: If your ball flight is a dead-straight pull rather than a pull-slice, your contact is actually decent but your path is too far left. Try aiming at a target 20 yards right and making your normal swing to isolate the path issue. GOATY AI measures your pull shot 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 pull shot for an amateur golfer?
The benchmark is the GOAT Model — elite swing mechanics scored at 97.3. GOATY AI shows you exactly how your pull shot compares to this elite standard and coaches you toward it session by session.