Short Game Training (companion booklet series)

Short Game Training (companion booklet series)

This More Pars Training is a focus on chipping with a splash of wedges. These are the 10-50 yard chips & pitches just around the green. The short game is where we truly score, so it is essential to master the set-ups and understand the whys. We’ll focus on three areas:

1. CRAFTING A SMART PLAN
2. CHIPPING TECHNIQUE
3. TRAJECTORY AND LAND SPOT

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Short Game Training (companion booklet series)
  • Short Game Training - Welcome

    This More Pars Training is a focus on chipping with a splash of wedges. These are the 10-50 yard chips & pitches just around the green. The short game is where we truly score, so it is essential to master the set-ups and understand the whys. We’ll focus on three areas:

    1. CRAFTING A SMART PLAN
    2...

  • Goals for Training

    More Up & Downs and a tighter dispersion. Learn why this is important.

  • Misconceptions with Chipping

    Are you clear on how the chipping stroke works. Is it just the arms or does the body participate in the party? Let's find out.

  • Assessment Time

    ASSESSMENT 1: IMPACT POINT
    Where are you consistently making contact?

    ASSESSMENT 2: STYLE OF CHIPPER
    – Sweeper & Slider
    – Steep & Digger

    ASSESSMENT 3: YOUR NUMBERS
    What are your stats?
    – How far from the hole on your first chip?
    – Up & Downs per round
    – Tempo Ratio
    – Dial in your distance with ...

  • Are You a Slider or Digger?

  • Assessment - Your Numbers

    ASSESSMENT 3: YOUR NUMBERS
    What are your stats?
    – How far from the hole on your first chip?
    – Up & Downs per round
    – Tempo Ratio
    – Dial in your distance with wedges

  • Short Game Training - Process & Technique

    Training Process & Technique

    STEP 1- EQUIPMENT
    – Wedge 101: Understanding wedge anatomy and the affects of bounce will be a game-changer.
    – How long do wedges last?

    STEP 2 – ASSESS THE SITUATION
    – What’s your lie and lay of the land?
    – How much green have you got?
    – Are they fast or slow or u...

  • Wedge Anatomy

    Training Process & Technique: Equipment

    – Wedge 101: Understanding wedge anatomy is a game-changer.
    – What is Bounce?
    – How long do wedges last?

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  • Process & Technique: Set-Up

    Process & Technique: Set-Up
    – Based on club and shot choice, what is ball & shaft and weight position
    – Alignment process is paramount too

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  • Process & Technique: Assess the Situation

    Training Process & Technique: Assess the Situation
    -What’s your lie and lay of the land?
    -How much green have you got?
    -Are they fast or slow or undulating?
    -Wind in play?
    -How much carry?
    -Based on that you going high or low?

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  • Process & Technique - Timing & Energy

    Process & Technique: Timing & Energy
    – Patience is required with shots around the green.
    – Get soft and stable.
    – Unlike the long game allow club to go first with chipping.

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  • Chipping Tempo Out of Whack?

    Using my 58 degree, I share key points to smooth out your tempo so you can get it close.

  • Why Landspot Matters and Fun Practice