Introduction
A precision drill that trains players to reduce the time it takes for the marker to settle into stable alignment after being raised, without rushing the motion or sacrificing consistency.
Key Points
- Improves setup efficiency without adding speed.
- Trains smoother raise to alignment transitions.
- Reduces wobble during the settling phase.
- Improves mechanical predictability.
- Prepares players for advanced pre shot consistency drills.
Details
This drill focuses on the settling phase the brief period after raising the marker where small movements naturally stabilize. Faster settling improves mechanical consistency without requiring faster movement.
Players begin with the marker lowered. They raise it smoothly into position and note how long it takes to stabilize visually. The goal is not to speed up the raise itself, but to eliminate unnecessary sway, uneven grip pressure, or shoulder lift that prolongs settling time.
Players repeat the sequence, focusing on minimizing disruptive motion so that the marker settles more quickly without forcing speed.
Over time, players learn how body alignment, grip balance, and joint sequencing affect the settling phase. This improves overall mechanical predictability and supports advanced precision drills.