The “Putt-Chip”
My Secret Weapon!
I call this shot my secret weapon. It’s not such a secret these days, but it is a weapon!
Think putt with a chipping club.
The Set Up:
1. Feet close together (like the chip & run)
2. Weight 50/50
3. Ball position middle
4. Conventional putting grip
5. Eyes over the ball like a putt
6. Putting stroke with a faster tempo
The most used clubs on this shot are Pitching Wedge, 9-iron, 8-iron, and 7-iron. You can play this shot with less lofted clubs as well. Stay away from anything more lofted than Pitching Wedge.
The club doesn't strike the ground like a regular chip. It lightly brushes the top of the grass so the leading edge stays low without digging into the ground.
Important things to notice:
1. Standing close to the ball
2. Shaft and forearms in alignment
3. Heel of the club is off the ground
4. Body alignment is square
5. Gripping down with trail hand on the shaft
This is such a consistent way to chip. It’s very forgiving! The ball almost comes off the same no matter how you strike it; soft, dead, then rolls like a putt.
All Chipping Essentials Sections
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The "Putt-Chip"
My not-so-secret, secret weapon! You are welcome!
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The "Hybrid Putt-Chip"
My not-so-secret, secret weapon! You are welcome!
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The Truth About Lies
Make the right adjustments at the right time.
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Set Up Essentials
Set up issues create swing issues and that applies to chipping as well. Let’s get started on the right foot.
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Lead Hand Placement
A subtle but important grip adjustment from your regular “full swing” grip.
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Common Set Up Errors
Some of the most common set up issues that will ruin your chipping before you even swing the club!
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Swing The "Y"
With the set up essentials nailed, it’s time to swing the club!
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Common Swings Errors
Some of the common errors you’ll want to avoid!
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The "Chip-Stick" Drill
Quit “flipping burgers” and start chipping with this simple drill!
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Trajectory 1-2-3
Let’s level up and add some tools to your toolbox!
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Chipping LLC
Learn the process. Apply the process. Happy days!
