How to hit a stinger off the tee

The intent of a stinger is to fly the ball lower with less spin, so it's great on windy days or when getting the ball in the fairway is the priority. You can execute one by making these adjustments to your setup and swing. —Chris Spalla, one of Golf Digest's Best Young Teachers in America

Tee the ball a touch lower than normal
Play the ball a few inches farther back in your stance
Set your spine angle more vertical at address (above, right)
Let your weight slightly favor your trail foot

Keep the backswing compact (above, right)
Don't sway or make a big body move off the ball
Your weight should stay fairly centered to the top

Swing down with 80-percent effort (speed adds backspin—and height)
Feel as if you're dragging the club through with your body and lead arm (above)
Focus on body rotation, not a whippy arm swing