5 Simple Short Game Tips

Golf - Pitching - The Perfect Set Up ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Try these 4 pre swing thoughts to set yourself up for a perfect pitch shot. First, your grip needs to be either neutral or weak. A pitch shot becomes twice as difficult when you set up with a strong grip. A strong grip will promote the club face to rotate too fast, delofting the club. Second, you want to stand slightly closer to the ball with a narrow stance. Standing closer to the ball will promote a better path, and the narrow stan

Golf - Pitching Maximize Spin ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Maximize spin on your pitch shots by using the proper technique. Start by adjusting your setup position with your feet closer together, and your ball position forward. Open your clubface and lower your hands to allow the club’s bounce to interact with the ground and maintain light grip pressure. At setup, point the grip of your club towards your belt buckle, and return it to this position at impact. Avoid having your hands in front of the b

Golf - Pitching - Use Less Effort & Have Better Results ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ To execute a successful pitch shot, you must rotate your body with minimal arm involvement. It’s important to maintain a short, slow backswing by rotating your chest and shoulders away from the target. Avoid pulling your arms back forcefully, as this can throw off your timing and promote your arms to move faster than your body during the downswing. Instead, rely on your core to generate the speed needed for your sh