Weekly Golf Tip with JC Bacon PGA Professional at Los Lagos Golf Club

Week 3 Tip Pitching/Chipping Part Two:

Last Week we covered the “pitch-n-run” low trajectory. This week we will cover the opposite type of chip shot, the lofted shot.

This shot should be used with your pitching wedge, sand wedge, or the gap (approach) wedge. Whichever club in your bag has the most loft. This is the shot you will need if you need to get over a bunker or any obstacle, or if the hole is cut very close to the edge of the green, (very little green to work with from your lie).

The ball should be played in the center of your stance, with your hands (at address) in front of the ball. You should line yourself up a bit to the left of your target, and slightly open the clubface. Remember the club you choose is one of the most lofted clubs you have, so let the loft of the club get the ball up in the air by trying to strike the shot as close to the base of the ball as possible (club motion going down at impact). Trying to get the ball airborne with a “scooping” type motion will usually result in the ball sailing across the green. This shot takes some practice and patience, keep working on it and you will see your chip shots get closer to the hole.

Any questions on this shot or any part of your game, contact your local PGA or LPGA Professional.

Until next week, may your birdies be plentiful!

JC Bacon, PGA Professional

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