University of Houston Golfer Shares Drill for Flushing Irons

GOLF Top 100 Teacher Joey Wuertemberger reveals the key technique Hudson Weibel uses to control his iron shots.

Published on Mar. 5, 2026

Got story updates? Submit your updates here. ›

In this article, GOLF Top 100 Teacher Joey Wuertemberger shares the drill he uses to teach University of Houston senior Hudson Weibel how to flush his iron shots. The key is controlling the low point of the swing by shifting pressure forward through the downswing, which prevents flipping the clubhead and losing compression at impact.

Why it matters

Hitting crisp, compressed iron shots is crucial for scoring well in golf. Many amateur golfers struggle with inconsistent contact, often due to issues with low point control. This drill provides a simple technique that amateur golfers can use to improve their iron play and hit the ball more solidly.

The details

Wuertemberger explains that the drill involves placing a wedge under the trail foot at address. This pre-organizes the swing to shift pressure forward earlier in the transition, discouraging hanging back and preventing the low point from bottoming out too soon. At the top of the swing, Weibel's pressure has moved into the trail side, but not excessively, allowing for an efficient transition to a forward-moving strike. The key is that Weibel doesn't try to 'hit down' by aggressively pulling the handle, but instead shifts pressure forward and rotates through the shot, allowing the low point to move in front of the ball.

  • Weibel is a senior on the University of Houston golf team.

The players

Hudson Weibel

A senior on the University of Houston golf team who has won three times this season thanks to his elite iron play.

Joey Wuertemberger

A GOLF Top 100 Teacher who works with Weibel on his swing technique.

Got photos? Submit your photos here. ›

What they’re saying

“Hitting flush iron shots doesn't happen by swinging harder. The real key is having elite low-point control.”

— Joey Wuertemberger, GOLF Top 100 Teacher (golf.com)

“Elite iron players don't simply try to 'hit down.' They move the bottom of the arc forward so contact with the ball occurs before the club reaches its lowest point.”

— Joey Wuertemberger, GOLF Top 100 Teacher (golf.com)

What’s next

Wuertemberger recommends that amateur golfers try the drill themselves by placing a wedge under the trail foot and focusing on shifting pressure firmly into the lead foot by the time the hands reach hip height in the downswing.

The takeaway

This drill highlights the importance of controlling the low point of the swing for consistent, compressed iron shots. By pre-organizing the swing to shift pressure forward, golfers can avoid flipping the clubhead and improve their ball striking, an essential skill for scoring well in golf.