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What is Sway Gap?

Sway Gap measures the difference in body sway, giving valuable insight into movement patterns and swing direction. 

Sway Gap is a valuable data point most widely brought to recognition by Sportsbox Ambassador, Terry Rowles. It gives coaches valuable insight into how a player pivots and how that movement influences swing direction

Definition: The sway difference of your body. Sway gap can allude to swing direction; for a right handed golfer, negative sway gap from the top into downswing can lead to more right swing direction while a positive sway gap is more left swing direction.

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How to Apply Sway Gap

📍 At the Top of the Swing

  • A more positive Sway Gap often indicates a lead-side pivot.
  • A more negative Sway Gap often indicates a trail-side pivot.

📍 During the Downswing

  • Negative Sway Gap typically encourages a more rightward swing direction, often producing an in-to-out club path.
  • Positive Sway Gap often shifts swing direction left, creating a steeper angle of attack and a more out-to-in club path.

See how Sportsbox coaches use Sway Gap during lessons!

🎥 James Parker: How Your Address Position Affects Sway Gap

🎥 Steve Buzza: Why Sway Gap Is a Transformative Metric

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