Unlock the secret to maximum spin on your golf pitch shots!
Clay Ballard from Top Speed Golf breaks down the mechanics of generating maximum spin on pitch shots. He explains how to combine high-lofted wedges with forward shaft lean and aggressive acceleration to create a 'bite' that stops the ball quickly on the green.
Use a high-lofted club like a 56 or 60-degree wedge to maintain loft even with forward shaft lean.
Allow the wrists to set (hinge) on the backswing to create more speed and leverage compared to a standard chip.
Prioritize clean, ball-first contact, ideally striking the ball slightly lower on the clubface.
Maintain a flat left wrist through impact and accelerate aggressively through the ball to maximize 'grab'.
Forward shaft lean is essential for consistency as it keeps the hands in front of the ball throughout the strike.
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