Throw the Sand, Don’t Hit the Ball
(Learn the Simple, Repeatable Way to Get Out Every Time)
Bunker shots don’t have to be scary. In this bonus lesson, Mike Malaska simplifies the entire concept: you’re not hitting the ball—you’re throwing the sand. Everything you’ve learned over the past 21 days—body motion, arm structure, face control—still applies here. But instead of striking the ball directly, you use the sand to lift it out. By learning to stay on your lead side, swing through the sand, and direct it toward your target, you gain immediate control over a shot that frustrates most golfers. The best part? The feel and technique you develop here translate directly from your full swing foundation.
Mike breaks down the setup, motion, and mindset required to become consistent in the bunker. You’ll learn that where the clubface points doesn’t matter nearly as much as where you throw the sand. This tip alone will change how you approach every greenside bunker. Plus, Mike demonstrates how staying on your left side and trusting your motion will keep you from falling back or digging too deep.

What You’ll Learn About Bunker Play:
Why bunker shots are all about throwing sand, not hitting the ball
How to set up on your left side and stay there throughout the swing
Why your target is the sand—not the ball
How face setup and swing direction control your sand (and ball) trajectory
How to train consistently with simple visual cues like a line in the sand

Key Takeaway:
Stand on your left side, hit behind the ball, and throw the sand toward your target. If you can move the sand where you want it to go, the ball will follow—every time.