TechniqueB
Backswing
Initial motion away from ball
Pronunciation
/ˈbæk.swɪŋ/
Definition
The initial motion of the club away from the ball to the top of the swing. A proper backswing sets up the downswing and creates the power and positioning needed for a good shot. The backswing involves rotation of the shoulders and hips.
Example
"He worked on shortening his backswing."