MrShortGame reveals five critical keys for mastering 80-yard approach shots. He advises taking one club extra, targeting carry distance rather than the pin, keeping weight lead-side to prevent fat contact, and restricting the backswing to shoulder height to engage core and lower body power.
Club up: Use one extra club (e.g., 56° instead of 60°) to allow a smooth, controlled swing.
Play carry distance: Treat 80 yards as maximum distance and target a carry of 70–75 yards to land safely.
Keep weight forward: Keep your weight on your lead foot throughout the setup and swing to ensure clean impact.
Compact backswing: Limit hands to shoulder height to maintain control and leverage your lower body for power.
Use as a template: Apply this controlled swing baseline to build consistency from 50 to 150 yards.