THE BACKHANDED CHIP
Show the green your backside when you can't stand on the proper side of the ball.
What It Is
An abrupt punch you hit with your back facing the target.
When to Use It
Any time you can't take your normal right-handed stance. You could opt to hit this left-handed with the club flipped upside-down, but this swing gives you a little more pop (expect a good 20 yards from a decent strike) and is easier to execute because you're using your dominant hand.
How to Hit It
Step 1: Choose one of your wedges. Since you won't be looking at the ball during contact, having the largest clubfaces gives you the benefit of a broader hitting area.
Step 2: Turn your back to the target, stand about six inches to the left of the ball and grip your wedge with your right hand only in the middle of the handle. Flip your club around so that it faces the target and rests on its toe.
Step 3: Cock your club up by bending your right elbow keeping your upper arm as still as possible. Add just a touch of wrist hinge.
Step 4: Straighten your arm and slap the clubhead into the back of the ball. Make sure you accelerate all the way to the ball so that the club doesn't flip past your hands.
