I’ve tried that! It really works wonders. Aligning your body properly changes everything for chipping accuracy.
To practice drills, try the ‘ladder drill’ where you set up targets at different distances. It’s great for improving your feel for distance control in both pitching and chipping.
I feel like chipping is actually more challenging than pitching! It’s all about that finesse. What do you think? Anyone else struggle with it?
I agree! Chipping definitely requires more touch and feel. One mishit can ruin a round!
Has anyone else noticed that when you try to ‘hit’ the ball harder in chipping, it goes all wrong? Sometimes less effort yields better results!
Absolutely! Golf is so much about technique. Sometimes I joke that the ball just wants to be treated gently!
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I’ve found that differentiating between pitching and chipping is crucial. Pitching is more about height and distance, while chipping is about control on those shorter shots. Practice is key!
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Totally agree! I often struggle with getting enough height on my pitches, but focusing on my wrist hinge has really helped.
Does anyone else get nervous around the greens? I find myself overthinking whether to pitch or chip, and end up just flubbing the shot completely!
So true! I try to visualize my shots before I hit them, which helps calm my nerves a bit. Anyone tried that?
I’ve had my fair share of mishaps, especially with chipping. My tip? Practice with different lies! It helps to get used to various situations.
Great advice, @cmendez! I recently enrolled in a short game clinic, and it made a huge difference in my chipping technique. Highly recommend finding a local clinic!
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Chipping with a pitching wedge can sometimes feel awkward for me. Can anyone give tips on how to get comfortable using different clubs for chipping?
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I’ve found that practicing with both my 9-iron and 56° wedge makes a big difference in how I feel during the game.
It’s all about confidence! The more you practice, the easier it gets. I do feel, though, that sometimes chipping just doesn’t go as planned no matter how hard you try!
Exactly! And when you flub a chip, just remember that even pros have off days. I’ve heard they sometimes putt from off the greens just to make life easier.
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As for humor, I had a friend who said he chips like he’s trying to shoo away a bug! Might be worth a laugh next time you’re struggling!
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Haha, that’s so true! Sometimes a little laughter is all you need to ease the tension on the course!