Common Chipping Mistakes

[@230662steve]

Thanks Fitzy. I think about what is the least stressful shot to get my ball on the green. I’d look at using my putter first, then a 9 iron and I like using my 5 wood. It’s much harder to duff a shot using those clubs then the higher lofted wedges. My number one priority is to get the ball on the green. Close to the flag is a bonus!

[@fitzygolfpro]

Thanks Steve I really like your philosophy there. My order would be putter, then 5 wood then 7 iron and then 9 iron. You are right get it on every time. As you get better you can get the ball closer to the hole. Thanks for watching. Brian

[@230662steve]

Well I took your advice today and used the 5wood instead of the 9 iron. I’m converted! I hit a couple of great shots for tap in putts. Great advice again mate! Cheers, Steve

[@fitzygolfpro]

Good on you for giving it a go. It is just so much easier. Well done. Brian.

[@johnschwartz1536]

I just found this video Brian on chipping that I have not seen after you recommended it at the end of today's chipping video! All six common chipping mistakes as you pointed out are easily corrected. Almost of your suggestions I adhere to. The only one I have to be careful with is my landing spot. For some reason, our frog hair grass doesn't release the ball onto the green. Therefore, I have to pick a landing area no more than three feet onto the green for long chips! For shorter chips of course, it is closer in to the frog hair. All valid points as usual Brian! Well Done!!!

[@fitzygolfpro]

I thought you had seen them all John. I am glad you found it. The closer to you the landing area is the easier the shot becomes so the type of grass shouldn't matter too much. That will cause the ball to roll more or less depending on the surface. Focusing on the landing area is the most important element of chipping. Brian

[@johnschwartz1536]

We have a lot of kikuyu grass here in Southern California Brian and I call it "grab grass!" I think the course superintendent also keeps his frog hair too long because of the limited water supply.@@fitzygolfpro

[@timdailey2690]

You’re tips already helped this golfer today!

[@fitzygolfpro]

Happy to be of help Tim. I'm glad you enjoyed the video. Brian

[@johnholt3683]

Really enjoy those on course videos because it’s real. One thing I struggle with a bit is undulating fairways and how to play the different lies. You may have one I’ll search though.

[@fitzygolfpro]

Hi John. I have put some links below for you to look at. kzbin.info/www/bejne/aZrEe5Wio7V2nq8 kzbin.info/www/bejne/aqCkinVmr7ychMk I hope they help. Brian

[@geoffcohen613]

Another Good video Brian. Assume same technique also applies if we are chipping out of trees.. Can you please do a video on how to escape from trouble .

[@fitzygolfpro]

It is indeed Geoff and your suggestion is in the works. I’ll be filming it shortly. Looking at the forecast it may not be Friday.

[@maralvor]

Great video Brian! I got 6/6 and need to go back to school!- the variety of poor shots knows no real restriction! All most helpful! Regards Ian

[@fitzygolfpro]

Thanks Ian. I am glad you found it helpful. Better chipping is certainly one f the keys to both improvement and scoring consistency. Thanks for watching. Brian

[@maralvor]

@@fitzygolfpro Quick follow up Brian if I may. Didn’t touch wedges at all for chipping today and really helped. Coincided with my best round for ages so all great fun-for a change! Thanks as always for your advice. Regards Ian

[@fitzygolfpro]

Brilliant Ian. You have made my day. Better scores are not that hard if you go about it in a simple logical manner. Keep it up. There is so much more improvement to come. Thanks for the update. Brian

[@pangayee]

Another dose of wisdom to work on. Little doses bring bigger rewards. Thanks Brian, on the way to the practice area. Thanks again.

[@fitzygolfpro]

My pleasure Pangayee. Good luck with the practice session. Thanks for watching. Brian

[@johnholt3683]

Brilliant thanks so much Brian. Love the videos which have certainly simplified my game

[@fitzygolfpro]

Great to hear my videos are helping John! Thanks for the feedback.

[@paulmorris9444]

Love the tips Brian,never thought about resting the club on the toe. Will take that to the range when I practice. Thanks

[@fitzygolfpro]

Thanks for your feedback Paul. It is well trying and makes chipping so much easier. Thanks for watching. Brian.

[@tomhester1406]

Great video Doc! I tend to have better luck chipping with 8 or 9 iron. My wedges are too unpredictable.

[@fitzygolfpro]

You are right on the money Tom. They are unpredictable and so much more can go wrong. The less loft the easier the chip. Brian

[@michaelgillies9075]

I use my 9 iron on all shots 40 metres and in from the green and 9/10 times I have tap in putts

[@fitzygolfpro]

@michaelgillies9075 you have it all sorted then.

[@michaelgillies9075]

@@fitzygolfpro if only I did😝,I’m a mid handicap player for a reason lol

[@davidleigh2573]

Another priceless set of tips from the Doctor. You already know my view on high lofts, so will not bore one and all with the benefits of a one length hybrid ! Cancelled golf tomorrow, bad reaction to the annual flu jab. Thought these things were supposed to help !

[@fitzygolfpro]

Bugger. No report on Wednesday to look forward to. What are we going to do in a few hours time? It won’t feel the same. I hope you recover quickly and get back out on the course soon.

[@davidleigh2573]

@@fitzygolfpro Let's hope so.

[@scottmcdonald2264]

"THIN TO WIN".......................................Love It!

[@fitzygolfpro]

It’s true Scott along with hit the fade and get paid. Brian

[@scottmcdonald2264]

@@fitzygolfpro You hake me laugh!

[@annerollogolf9640]

Another great tip Brian

[@fitzygolfpro]

Thank you Anne. It was fun to make.

[@garrygrace3448]

After watching your video, I went out into my backyard and tried to compare the result of using my 52 degree wedge (which you sold me) and my 7 iron. The 7 iron worked well and I think I will use it especially when the grass around the green is longish. Problem is trying to estimate the back swing. Next problem is where to paint the orange box on the green, let alone trying to find a tin of orange paint on a golf course.

[@fitzygolfpro]

It’s great you are receptive to change Garry. I find a couple of glasses of red before a game helps me to visualise spots on the green 😃 Brian

[@garrygrace3448]

I will practiced with the 7 iron during lockdown. If I had a couple of glasses of red before golf, i would not be able to hit the ball.

[@neilbach2499]

Excellent Brian ... love the start with the heading putting you in prison like the 'lockdown Melbourne' position! ... And I see I can remove several 'w' clubs from the bag ...more seriously I think the length and type of swing and the concept of landing area used for chipping helped me the most ... i.e. in the lounge room for now.

[@fitzygolfpro]

I’m glad you liked the intro Neil. You’re the first person to comment on it. You are thinking deeper than I was. Maybe that was deep in my subconscious. It is great to remove the w clubs and good on you for home training. We are on the home stretch and will be back soon. Thanks for watching. Brian.

[@davidwalters313]

Good video Brian. If you are in longer grass by the green (an inch or two perhaps) but with no obstacle in the way to get to the pin would you then chip with a sand wedge? Regards David PS. Are you still doing swing analysis videos like you were in lockdown?

[@fitzygolfpro]

Good question David. The answer is slightly complex as it depends. If there is plenty of green to work with probably not. If there isn’t much green to work with probably. When it comes out of the rough it will roll more than usual. I will be doing this shot in the next few weeks so stay tuned. In answer to your PS. We are still in lock down here in Melbourne. I have my membership program where there are 3 levels of membership where you can get your swing reviewed. You can find out more via www.thegolfdoctor.com.au/plans/memberships/ If you have any questions just ask. Brian

[@mikegrimes5688]

Good video Brian. I think I am can improve on the tempo, sometimes backswing too slow or too long, or downswing too slow ("thinking" about not wanting to hit it too far). With the stroke itself, I am using my putting swing, but I am not sure this is correct, as you seem to have more body rotation than I do, and I would not do that for putting.

[@fitzygolfpro]

You are on the right track with that mike. Chipping is a putting swing. The longer the swing is the more the body will move. Tempo is great to work on. You could also use a metronome to assist you. Keep at it we will be back soon. Brian

[@mikegrimes5688]

@@fitzygolfpro that might explain why my longer chips get poor connection at times, as I try not to let my body move, thanks Doc.

[@fitzygolfpro]

That would do it. Think about tossing a ball into a bucket. There will be a little bit of movement

[@georgegonczarek2501]

Fitzy, All my clubs r hybrids inc 9 thru wedge. I carry a sand wedge for shots close to green and need loft. any suggestions about usage of 9 thru sw with hybrids. They r good 4 chip and runs and pitch shots

[@fitzygolfpro]

I love that you have those George. I think that is a great mix. The trick with those shorter lofted hybrids is to keep your angle of attack shallow. Hybrids have wider soles so if you hit behind the ball the club will tend to bounce a bit and tend to make good contact difficult. You may find yourself hitting slightly thin shots or even some topped shots as well.. I hope that helps. Brian

[@ianfalconer4276]

Use the 7 iron for most of my approach shots - works well, just not on the 1st!

[@fitzygolfpro]

It unless you are on the back edge Ian.

[@deanbowditch7329]

Great content Brian once again. In all honesty i very seldom use 9 iron or less when chipping. I just don't practice it enough and lack confidence . I usually use my gap or PW and close the face for.less loft. Anxious to practice with 8 iron or less on practice green before my next round. Can i commit to it on course? I will definitely blame you if it doesn't work ...... lol

[@fitzygolfpro]

Good stuff Dean. I have a thick skin, It's known as Bloody Brian syndrome..... It will work fine. Just pay particular attention to your landing area. It should be closer to you than when you are using your gap or pw. Have a good weekend. Brian

[@michaelgillies9075]

From someone who uses a 9 iron extensively from 40 meters in,it does taking a little to get use to but once u do get use to it you’ll have your playing partners looking at u for advice

[@mmajeed9809]

Nice one

[@fitzygolfpro]

Thanks for watching. I am glad you enjoyed it. Brian

[@jamesdavis5517]

Nothing beats practising your chipping when it comes to improving your score. Its fun when you can see your improvement and confidence growing. I’m not talking about warm up chipping ‘practice’ either. The trick is making a habit of the practice.

[@fitzygolfpro]

Very true James. The better you are at chipping the less pressure it puts on your long game. Regular practice is the key to learning in whatever field or subject we care to look at. Thanks for watching. Brian

[@gerardacronin334]

Whenever you show a chip shot, you are dealing with a green on the same level as the fairway. But most of the courses I play at have more complicated geography; either they are elevated or at the bottom of a valley. I am curious as to whether all your suggestions would work in such conditions.

[@fitzygolfpro]

That’s a really good point Gerarda. As soon as I can I will make that video for you. The answer is yes it is pretty much the same but slopes need to be factored in. I will try to get it done over the next few weeks. Thanks for your comment and suggestion. Brian

[@gerardacronin334]

fitzygolfpro Thank you from Canada! 🇨🇦

[@johnholt3683]

What is the ball position and I notice you grip down ?

[@fitzygolfpro]

Thanks for the question John. My ball position is a ball or so back from the middle of my stance and grip down on it to get more control of the club. Thanks for watching. Brian

[@harleyfranks3981]

lol BS

[@fitzygolfpro]

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