Swing The “Y”
The “Standard Chip”, aka the chip and run.
Now that you have the set-up mastered, it's time to swing the club!
1. Create the “Y.”
If you followed the set up essentials from the previous sections, you’ll now have the “Y” established at address with your arms and club. Remember, set up errors create swing errors!
Make sure your weight stays on your lead foot throughout the entire swing. You start with 55-60% on the lead foot and increase it to 90% at the finish.
2. Move the “Y” back and through. But don’t get too stiff-wristed! You'll also see that there is a little bit of wrist hinge during the backswing.
Moving the “Y”
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Set Up "Y"
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Backswing "Y"
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Impact "Y"
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Finish "Y"
Important keys to remember:
Maintain a constant speed by feeling the weight of the club.
Keep swing length similar back and through, and allow a small pivot of the body.
All Chipping Essentials Sections
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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!
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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!
