If you struggle to control the ball around the green, you may not lack technique… You may lack

James Ridyard demonstrates how to master short-game versatility by hitting three distinct trajectories with a single club. He provides specific setup and delivery adjustments for low-spinny, stock, and mid-high spinny shots to help golfers gain more options around the green.

• Versatility in the short game comes from having multiple solutions (trajectories) for the same club.
• For a low-spinny shot, stand closer to the ball to raise the shaft and move the ball back in your stance.
• The stock chip requires a central ball position with the sternum directly over the ball and a neutral handle position.
• To hit a higher spinny shot, maintain a neutral ball position but change the swing delivery to increase effective loft.

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