Golf Swing Faults: Push Shot

A "whiff" is when a golfer swings but misses the ball entirely.

For right-handed players, this is a shot that curves left to right and ends right of the target. Generally, this is an inconsistent and erratic shot.

Also known as a "duff", this is when a golfer hits the ground or turf behind the golf ball, causing poor contact and reduced distance of the shot.

A topped shot is when a golfer hits the top of the golf ball, causing it to only travel a short distance forward.

Similar to a chunk, but this specifically refers to when you duff a chip shot.

This is less of a swing fault and more of a mental game problem and describes a golfer who makes involuntary movements during the swing.

Also known as a "snap hook", a hook shot for a right-handed golfer is one that curves severely right to left and is generally an erratic shot.

Also called a "hosel rocket", this is when you hit the ball with the hosel (club's neck) instead of the clubface, resulting in an erratic shot.

For a right-handed golfer, a pull shot is one that starts far left of the target and travels straight.