The Golf Academy

Golf Tip of the Month

Successful Chipping

One of the most common faults I see in the short game is golfers who allow their left wrist to break through impact on chip shots, a fault that will lead to many shots being hit heavy or running low through the green. If this sounds familiar try this simple fix:

* Place a long, thin object such as a pen or golf tee down the back of your watch and along the back of your left wrist and hand (not something too sharp though!)
* Grip the club as normal ensuring the object is lightly pressing against the back of your hand
* Try making a few small practice swings and brush the grass where the ball would be - if the object pokes into the back of your left hand you are using a little too much wrist action through impact.
* After a few successful practice swings try a few shots with the ball - if you can brush the grass under the ball and not be hampered by the object along your wrist and hand you should be enjoying some well struck chip shots.