Above The Pin
When you barely miss the green and end up in light rough on the high side of the hole, don’t assume the putt or lob shot are your only choices. Another option is a shot that’s more likely to lend a desirable result. Like the previous shot that encourages roll, the chip from above the pin does the same. The key is in knowing where to get the ball rolling. Begin by making sure there’s room to get the club behind the ball. Address the ball like you would a standard chip, with your hands slightly forward, the majority of your weight on your forward side and your head directly over the ball. With a confident stroke, chip the ball so it lands in the rough, not the fringe or green. The extra momentum of the hybrid will cause the ball to roll forward even after hitting the rough, which will then slow the ball down so that it will roll softly onto the green. It’s a safer shot than a wedge from a downhill lie, that’s for sure!