Mastering Three Essential Golf Shots: Chip and Run, Backspin, and Lob Shot

🏌️‍♂️A chip and run shot is ideal for situations where there is a bit of rough grass to cover in front of the green, allowing the ball to roll towards the hole.

🔄To create backspin, use a lob wedge and open the clubface. Keep the loft on the clubface through impact, using a pendulum-like motion to generate accuracy and distance control.

🏔️The lob shot is useful when you need to hit the ball high and have it land softly, such as clearing a bunker. Open the clubface, lower the handle, and widen your stance for better control.

When should I use a chip and run shot?

—A chip and run shot is best when there is rough grass in front of the green and you want the ball to roll towards the hole.

How do I create backspin on my shots?

—To create backspin, use a lob wedge and open the clubface. Keep the loft on the clubface through impact and use a pendulum-like motion for accuracy and control.

When should I use a lob shot?

—A lob shot is useful when you need to hit the ball high and have it land softly, such as when clearing a bunker.

What club should I use for the chip and run shot?

—For the chip and run shot, use a club with enough loft to get over the grass but not too much to create excess height, such as an 8-iron or 9-iron.

How do I control the distance on my chips and pitches?

—To control the distance on your shots, vary the length of your backswing and the speed of your follow-through. Practice and experimentation will help you develop a feel for different distances.

00:00This video covers three essential golf shots: chip and run, backspin, and lob shot.

02:42The chip and run shot is effective for getting the ball onto the green with minimal height and maximum roll.

03:48Creating backspin on your shots requires using a lob wedge, opening the clubface, and maintaining loft through impact.

06:03The lob shot allows you to hit the ball high and have it land softly, ideal for clearing bunkers or other obstacles near the green.