How to Hit Higher, Softer Pitches
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How to Hit Higher, Softer Pitches
Keep the 'flop' in your bag and use this
By Tom Patri
Top 100 Teacher
This story is for you if...
• You fear hitting flop shots...
• ...but you need a high, soft shot around the greens.
The Situation
You're within 40 yards of the green and the hole is cut so that your only option is to play a high, soft wedge.
The Usual Solution
Hit a Phil Mickelson Special: the flop shot. Trouble is, you're not Phil Mickelson.
The Smart Play
With modern 60-degree-plus wedges, you can get all the loft you need with a regular pitch. Check the trajectory of a typical LW. You'll never need more loft than that.
How to Hit Higher, Softer Pitches
Keep the 'flop' in your bag and use this
By Tom Patri
Top 100 Teacher
This story is for you if...
• You fear hitting flop shots...
• ...but you need a high, soft shot around the greens.
The Situation
You're within 40 yards of the green and the hole is cut so that your only option is to play a high, soft wedge.
The Usual Solution
Hit a Phil Mickelson Special: the flop shot. Trouble is, you're not Phil Mickelson.
The Smart Play
With modern 60-degree-plus wedges, you can get all the loft you need with a regular pitch. Check the trajectory of a typical LW. You'll never need more loft than that.
