One of the most difficult shots in golf is the pitch or lob shot, especially from close around the green, and amid the ‘sting of battle’. Let’s say for example, your ball lies off the green, only 25 yards from the pin. Normally you could get up and down easy with a chip and a putt. The only problem this time is that a sand bunker lies between you and the green. To make matters worse, you have only 15 feet of green to work with due to the relative position of the pin. In tournament competition, this delicate shot requires nerves of steel and would test the most seasoned of touring professionals. It is characterized by high trajectory, a soft landing and just the right amount of roll. Good luck when there are seven skin carryovers riding on the outcome of this shot. “Inside the leather” and it’s all smiles and high fives. Blade it thin into the bunker and your partner files for divorce!
Until next time, hit ‘em straight!