As the nights draw in and weather starts getting colder, Golfers begin to turn their focus to the improvements that need to be made to their games to lower that handicap when the warmer weather returns in the New Year.
We would all like to be able to hit the driver as far as Rory Mcilroy, however for most of us this is just a dream. There are other areas of the game that are often over looked when wanting improvement, one is the short game. This is where the worlds’ top players will be very sharp, keen to keep their rounds going in the right direction.
Coaches Tip on Chipping – Think LEFT!
Here are some simple, but easy to use chipping tips that will help you become a more confidentchipper and hopefully lower your scores
Think LEFT in your set up.
- Draw your LEFT foot back at address (creating a slightly open stance)
- Place more weight on your LEFT foot (70%) and leave it there throughout the chipping action.
- Lastly lean the hands and club handle towards the target, your hands should be in line with your LEFT thigh.
The ball position will stay centred, however, the feet will be closer together to limit the amount of speed you can apply to the shot.
Once the setup is complete you need to use the shoulders, arms and hands as one unit, making a pendulum type stroke very similar to your putting stroke.
For those Left handed Golfers, remember think RIGHT!
Spend some time practicing this shot and you will soon start to see an improvement in your chip shots.
As I write this article we are just 10 days away from the start of the RYDER CUP.
This historic event is not only for us golfers, it’s one of the biggest sporting events on the planet.
I want to wish Captain Paul Mcginley and Team Europe the very best of luck at Gleneagles and I am hoping to be able to report on a great victory on home soil in our next edition.
In conclusion, I hope the weather stays fineand you all are able to get plenty of golf played. If not then I recommend following Team Europe at your own 19th hole in front of the TV.
For more coaching advice or book a lesson please feel free to contact me.
Adam Trett
PGA Professional – Bury Golf Range
Email: adamtrettPGA@hotmail.co.uk
