The best way to improve your consistency from the sand and hit the ball close to the pin regularly is to develop a technique that has as few variables as possible. The above tips can be used for bunker shots of any length around the green. To vary the distance of your shots do one of two things: Maintain the same setup and change the length of your swing or change the distance behind the ball where your club enters the sand. The closer to the ball you hit the further it will go.
Practice both methods to see which suits you best. Remember: Hit the sand and not the ball and make sure to accelerate through the sand and finish your follow-through.
The best way to improve your consistency from the sand and hit the ball close to the pin regularly is to develop a technique that has as few variables as possible. The above tips can be used for bunker shots of any length around the green. To vary the distance of your shots do one of two things: Maintain the same setup and change the length of your swing or change the distance behind the ball where your club enters the sand. The closer to the ball you hit the further it will go.
Practice both methods to see which suits you best. Remember: Hit the sand and not the ball and make sure to accelerate through the sand and finish your follow-through.