As has been pointed out, you need to bump into forward to swing the stern the way you want it to go. With the rudder hard over to push the stern the way you want it, you'll be surprised at how little forward motion you'll pick up.
The only time I had any trouble was when a friend on the dock got hold of one of my stern lines before I managed to swing the bow from side to side so my wife could get the bow lines on.
Take your time. Don't be afraid to pull out and make another attempt. Nobody who counts will think less of you. The only ones who count are the ones who have done it.
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Parks Masterson
Retired from Hopkins-Carter Marine Supply
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