The flop shot

The ability to get up and down around the green determines how
you
’ll be able to shave strokes in greenside rough. The deep rough
around the green is the perfect spot for “no wrist “ flop shot.
The ability to get up and down around the green determines how you’ll be able to shave strokes in greenside rough. The deep rough around the green is the perfect spot for “no wrist “ flop shot.

Open the clubface slightly at address. A low-bounce lob or sand wedge works best for this shot. Take the club back with little or no wrist break. The idea is to slide the club head through the grass under the ball.

Wrist action and a descending or chopping swing path will cut the grass, slowing the club head and eliminating touch. Taking a long flowing back swing, sweep the club head forward below the ball at a slow, but continuous motion.

Follow through with a long flowing swing and the ball will land softly on the green. You’ll need to practice this shot to increase your confidence in your ability to execute the flop shot.

Dave Tuttle is First Assistant Golf Pro at Coyote Creek Golf Course. For more information about classes, call 463-8024.