How to Hit the Low Spinning Golf Shot

[@thomastrain7311]

A few short years ago I had finally gotten down to scratch. Since then I've played maybe 4or 5 times a year the past 6 years. It sucks to know i once was able to pull off all the shots inside 90 yds and not be able to now. Losing the knowledge and feel for these shots happens way faster than i ever imagined. These videos have been a blessing for me. I don't really care if I'm ever a scratch golfer again but I do want to play well enough that my 6 yr old will listen to me while I'm teaching him to play. He has recently been bitten by the golf bug and the most fun I've ever had playing golf is with that little guy. The best feeling I've ever had playing golf is last week we played 9 holes and somewhere in there he looked at me and said "you're pretty good at this game dad". Anyway, i enjoy your videos because they've helped me to be able to enjoy golf again. 👍

[@aaronleszczynski6880]

How’s he doing now?

[@johnaustin635]

How could you not like this guy he should be in the movies his humour and timing is priceless , that’s not a adverse reflection on his instruction which is top class , thanks Matt.

[@johnbasile8462]

You're wedge videos have made me a beast near the green. Thank you!

[@gavinfrancis5086]

Thanks

[@fletcherwhite4548]

Thanks!

[@duellsmith10]

I’ve watched a few of your videos now and finally subscribed. This was an awesome and East to understand video from method to use on the course. Your long irons video changed my game!!! Hitting my 5 iron on the money now! Love your videos keep them coming!!

[@hamburgerhoover208]

I tried this shot,and as soon as I fish my wedge out of the pond I’m gonna try it again 😏

[@thebambino4728]

Yeah like MOST of these guys that PLAY GOLF EVERY FUCKING DAY they think it's ALL A PIECE OF CAKE !!

[@jowest17]

Lol

[@MrJohnr47]

While you are looking for your wedge in the water, don’t forget your ball.

[@aaronnimz3807]

😂🤣😂🤣

[@decmcc175]

I’d be raging at the kid playing techno from his car every time you hit a shot. 😂

[@olinventures]

Mr. Game -Thanks for all the knowledge- I have to ask who makes those Green/ gray golf Pants? I need some fashion help. Most appreciated.

[@larryd4352]

Great tip for all of us trying to lower our handicap. I never thought of using such a high lofted club for that shot, I usually use my Gap Wedge for my low spinner's. I will try it with my Ping Zing LW the next time I am on the practice range.

[@GripenHealth]

Absolutely right! Our Swedish hero; Robert Karlsson, who made over 600 European starts - former Ryder Cup player and vice Captain in the latest, told the exact same tip for our Swedish juniors at soam point... GREAT STUFF !!!

[@gastondeveaux3783]

Great demo. I'm gonna try this when the weather gets nice to get a feel for it, in terms of distance and spin.

[@JPaul-vu4lp]

Holy C***! This is a great add to my work over last few months. This tip with week's range work has been quite a learning.

[@brucejones6552]

Best video/explanation yet for me on the low spinning wedge shot. Would be great it you can add a slow-mo shot in as well next time! Awesome content, greatly appreciated.

[@clevejason]

I stumbled onto your channel after watching the latest video from Golfholics and I must say you’re my new favorite channel to watch. I’ve sort of taken a step back after really enjoying the game and you’ve inspired me to take up the game again. Thank you

[@deanbowditch7329]

Great video which is very similar to the 80 yd gap wedge with a 51 degree. Hands low around your body ...... Mr Short Game at his best. Keep up the good work .

[@jerrybyram9599]

You're the best! You fixed my duck hooks with my driver. Just adding the slight pressure with my right thumb on my left thumb...my power fade is back!

[@davidharris2517]

I can hit a low spinner really well. Unfortunately only with the driver.

[@scottg2265]

xk(z xI9 ZiU

[@thomastrain7311]

Lmao

[@normchow34]

In watching this video it works .!! I still need few more practice hours to control ball . I have improved chipping !! Thank You so much !!

[@dscott333]

Your awesome, I look forward to everything you post!!.. you've got a fan up here in Canada.. cant wait now for spring and the courses to open up.. ( to think I lived 8 years in Tampa/Saint Pete, I could of been golfing )

[@dscott333]

Love your attitude!!!

[@MM-zb9kc]

Great description and step by step way to show how to hit that shot. Most people get scared to open that face, also to pull left like a straight pull. Keep up the videos as this was one of the best videos to show how to hit that shot. They don’t realize the open club face, keeping it low and pulling left counteract that open face that usually goes right. 👍👍👍👍

[@trevorrubino8664]

Love this video! I love how you keep it real and use simple words and describe it in a way that everyone understands. What would you suggest for someone practicing this shot that tends to pull the ball to the left when trying to keep the hands low?

[@stratovani]

This is a pretty advanced technique for us amateurs. I'm going to try to incorporate it into my own game. I can think of more than a few times I could have used a shot like this, a low running shot that checks and cozies up to the hole.

[@jguitar29]

Thx ... spend half my time at range with the wedge game... brought my scores down

[@jonaugspurger3716]

Finally after playing golf for 40 years I understand how to execute this shot when I want to! Instead of it happening when I don’t

[@johnoneill6372]

Hey Matt, Just finished cleaning my clubs and shoes. Now watching your great videos, especially this one, as we are in lockdown in the UK due to Covid-19. We are looking forward to being able to get out onto the golf course in the near future, fingers crossed. Keep safe, love you too

[@wallstreetoneil]

Do everything in this video + clean your grooves after every shot + use a very good ball. Even if you never actually use this shot in a round, just practicing this technique for a few hours during the year will make you a better chipper around the greens

[@mrfreezer82]

I used to play a lot of flop shots, this is definitely useful. But you have to practice it. You will be able to impress the hell out of your golf buddies.

[@catgolfer1]

In Mr. Hogan's '5 Lessons', he wrote about 'the most amazing shot in the modern pro's repitoir', the low flying wedge.🐈

[@BDDsports]

they dont call you mr. short game for nothing. great stuff

[@garymartin9898]

Great Video. I like Your instruction method. I started using this technique and found it to be the best short game shot I have.

[@bellablacket5302]

thank you so much I love watching your video and all the tricks you share I used its on the course and it works big time.

[@_ErIc1976]

Hey man thanks . I’m not new but been away from golf 6 years and I’m looking for a ball to spin around the greens but also a ball to hit long off the T. I shoot around 95 a round. Also my home course is country club type course tight lies beautiful fairways cut daily greens are fast and soft . I can’t get off the tee so my scores sucks but I’m great around the greens is the Pro V1 still king of spin on the greens be honest sincerely your new fan

[@backwoodsrunner7]

My favorite shot to hit around the green and honestly about 60yards in. You really get the feel for the yardages if you think of it as chipping.

[@donaldcarr7513]

I still hit all my pitches low after many years of playing golf. Have difficulty in hitting the ball higher. Thanks for the video.

[@jdnd2023]

Most pros hit theirs low anyways it’s the best way to control spin and distance

[@MrMark945]

Its rhe best shot man, its super accurate imagine throwing a dart at a dart board...theres a reason pro dart players don't lob their darts at the bullseye...for hugh you have to take in trajectory as well as direction and landing spot, and the roll is inconsistent sometimes it rolls out others it just dies, if you slide underneath the ball goes nowhere if the club face is too close you hit it too far from trying to swing harder (because ur assuming the clubface is open)...only go high if you have to

[@davidward5968]

Ah, so thats why this shot isn't in my "arsenal", I'm pretty much trying to do the opposite of everything you showed us. Great video Matt.

[@frankhernandez7511]

Luv 'em LOW shots! 💚💚

[@johnherman3261]

I love this shot and I use it at times but struggle with the correct distance. Good info Matt

[@GolfJoes]

Dawg, the music rocks and since I'm a sound guy...love the click at contact!

[@brianfantana8510]

I can hit the low spinner. Just don't know when it's coming.

[@AmryHjSeman]

🤣🤣🤣

[@jonaugspurger3716]

Me too but now I understand

[@jeff-kf5oe]

Question I use a Taylor M2 10.5 Driver and hit a low ball flight, but I also flip and come over the top and often leave a divot in front of the tee. Should I increase or decrease loft? Thank you

[@sarniasurfer]

Excellent drill Matt. Something I will definitely practice. It seems like a safer shot compared to a flop shot too.

[@wolfman6252]

Questions - Are you using a more lofted wedge in order to create spin vs. a lower lofted club? Thanks

[@ryanbedwell2144]

Yep

[@gentleobserver4049]

Omg the clicks!! Gahh!! I'm such a junky! Haha. Thanks Matt, awesome and fun as always! However, i need some help - what wedges do i keep in the bag? And wth should i be sacrificing? Currently past the 10i (PW), 50 or 52 and my fave weapon 56 puts me at 14 clubs.Soo??

[@barrymeaker]

New subscriber. Just watched this and the video on your "chip and slide" method. In that one you don't take the backswing high, this one you do. My question is: how do I choose which method to use?

[@PoBoysPod]

Me, a 30 handicapper, clicking on this video: This will be a great shot to add to the arsenal

[@spiderss2003able]

hi. where can i buy your trucker cap? im really like it 👍🏼

[@johnlysic6727]

I pulled off an 85yd version of this last Sunday with my 52 - ball checked on a tight pin just like on tv - thanks Matt, I owe you

[@bigtime8924]

Well I’m always chipping out of thick rough on a steep incline over a bunker.......any tips from there ?

[@oldskola3634]

Really love the club face breakdown on this

[@CodyCurnutte]

So I kind of figured this out on my own as a way to control shots that need to stop quick without hitting a high risk flop shot. I heard people talking about hitting spinners so i looked it up and have been doing this on my own for a year. Goes to show you that you need to spend way more time practicing shots inside 100 yards than you do hitting driver and long irons. You learn stuff just from tinkering based on the needs of your game.

[@spiderss2003able]

hi matt. where can i buy your green logo hat? please share the link. TQ

[@spiderss2003able]

Texted. am i into the scammer?

[@shaneb395]

what course is this? background reminds me of irvine / costa mesa area

[@mkinnear68]

Thanks for the video - you d' man...Please keep these specialty shots coming. Bunker shots buried lies, divots, flop shots over traps and any other knee knockers you can think of...

[@keithlucero6207]

Great drill or technique video - thanks - keith of San Francisco

[@michaelprobert1967]

I have trouble hitting low shots from under trees. They seem to fly off the clubface and go high. I would love to learn how to get it out and running up near the green

[@Bigsmak]

you said you would tell us why you should hit this type of shot over a higher one. I would like to know a little more about the reasons you would choose one over the other?

[@Rich--J]

What was the distance for this video and suggested distances for using this shot? As always, great video and thanks!

[@tastj23]

Rich Jones 20-30 yds

[@peterstaines9047]

Will have to try this shot...really struggle within the 10-50 metre range....love your end comment at 07.50 about how when the "low little guy" who goes chick, chick, chick..." hilarious and well done video! Pete Down Under

[@OwenAbkes]

". . . the cooler the shot looks.." Playing right into my vanity.. and I love it.

[@scottpokorny5497]

I just tried this for the first time and I definitely have to keep practicing

[@mattparsons946]

That’s killer. Can’t wait to try it.

[@08Neighbor]

Can’t wait to try this out!

[@85tkern]

If it is coming off that low, with a high lofted wedge like a 60 where you open it even more, is it hitting the ball with the very bottom of the club face? Or even leading edge?

[@D.WhiteJr]

Ya second groove. Do your research. The steep approach in my opinion is harder for most people because you must be precise. Most Pros like Justin Thomas for example are super shallow coming into the ball and hit more of a draw.. there are a ton of ways to do things with the golf ball just have to play with it a little see what works for you. I recommend for most people to start with a 56 little open face that normally produces the most spin for a low nipper

[@robertbrown8425]

wonderful video, but it would help if we knew how far the shot is to get an understanding of swing length and speed you have used. the club loft we have.

[@steveperry1344]

i'm goin out right now to try it in the yard. no real golf yet up here in new england.

[@trimotionmedia5487]

I do this shot ALL the time haha. My fave. It's all about feel. Just kinda swing like you want to hit it lower. Steep, back in stance, hold the finish :D

[@sevesellors2831]

Great lesson 🙏

[@terrydresen2252]

Hi, I have Tour Edge Silk clubs. How do I know the degree on my wedge when it is not stamped on the club?

[@MrShortGame]

Yeah I hate when they don’t say

[@TheGolfClan]

Great tips man. Will definitely give this a go soon 👊🏼

[@kyletheune6280]

Hey whatever works to get me on the green from within 50 yards

[@tastj23]

Can it be done on fluffy or rough lies?

[@benwilliams2354]

no

[@supervillaingolf9047]

Thanks for the lesson Matt!

[@harvinderjeetsingh3739]

Nice explaination

[@alanwaterworth6464]

with the steep take back and hold off, this is a lot like Phil Micklesons "hinge and hold" method? whereas the more standard chip shot has far less spin... great shot anyway, really wanna get out and practice this one!

[@galgay1]

Any tips if I put a lot of weight on the leading foot and leave it there I can’t rotate very well

[@superque4]

Open your lead foot slightly.

[@galgay1]

superque4 that makes it harder to make my backswing not easier

[@superque4]

@@galgay1 Sorry. I thought you meant rotate through the ball. It isn't a full backswing and is meant to be shallow not around the shoulders. I remember him saying around 80% on your left foot. How is your flexibility?

[@johnlysic6727]

Gr8 shot here - I definitely need to get out and practice this one - thank you so much

[@SCOUT1IDF]

I've got a 64° wedge I can't wait to try this with. Can't wait for winter to be over.........

[@krismarch3718]

Can you review the Bombtech 3 wedge combo pack. $177.00 for all three and I’ve heard and seen good things but it would mean more of you reviewed them. Any chance you could do a head to head with your vokey wedges?

[@The_Norse_Hunk]

I have to try this. I'm missing a shot like this. Highest wedge I have tho is a 58. I never did hit my 60 all that well, but could be talked into another Vokey lol

[@ronaldpickett4815]

Do you open your stance when you open the face?

[@tastj23]

Ronald Pickett he normally doesn't open his stance at all and hands always center. The left follow through will counteract and make the ball go straight

[@scottlarsen7366]

The most important element you forgot to mention is a soft covered ball. Hard covered golf balls just bounce off the face, rather than climb up it getting all the spin and coming off low. It's a great shot. A lot easier to get the ball from point A to point B on a straight line too. Great tip and great technique.

[@bobbygriz1920]

You have it backwards actually, because it goes against common sense. Harder golf balls actually spin more.

[@scottlarsen7366]

@@bobbygriz1920 I’ll bet you a nickel that a Pro V1 or similar urethane covered ball the big boys play, will check up, stop on a dime, back up and/or land like a butterfly with sore feet WAY better than any Surlyn covered golf ball. That’s the way it’s always been, from genuine Balata covered balls to today’s Urethane.

[@bobbygriz1920]

@@scottlarsen7366 absolutely I agree, but compression (soft vs hard) and material are 2 individual factors. A harder ball made out of the same material and coating will spin faster than a softer compression version.

[@gymleader797]

I did this on accident the other day and I couldn’t figure it out, thank you!!!!

[@jsant24]

Great video! Thanks

[@paulrachetta8549]

I tired to use your code on the sky track. Does it reduce the price at all?

[@dr.markusbenn-ibler7017]

Do I. need a low Bounce or can I do this with a 12 too?

[@MrShortGame]

Either will do

[@dr.markusbenn-ibler7017]

Thanks, and again a good Video

[@michaelwjonesGolf30]

thanks for the lesson

[@lyndonrichmond4853]

Awesome Tips Mrshortgame🤙

[@mikejohnson2299]

great teacher

[@IsiTovar06]

Thank you for your advise. That mentality of don’t use your 80 yard club has helped me a lot

[@spoiledwelbourn7117]

Often the captions cut off the demonstration, as in this blog.

[@jjflash1645]

I’m confused. In a previous video you emphasized NOT turning your body. Also, why not just use a lower lofted wedge?

[@maxwired2235]

Nice! This is a must shot to master IMO.

[@richardscott6892]

Thank you

[@badmuppet6532]

Great vid. Lovin the tunes btw...

[@Nashvillecoug]

Nice video!! Always love your videos!

[@ektelonkid30]

I love mr short game!

[@keithod]

So gooood Matt! Thanks again 👍

[@jacobmccain8082]

Ah the old "impress your friends" shot. I generally cut across it hitting it hard off the toe. Comes in like a bullet takes one hop and stops dead.

[@kennethramsey5957]

You must be one in a hundred. Great going!

[@jacobmccain8082]

@@kennethramsey5957 Its not so much a question of skill but of practice and risk appetite. If I have a 30-35 yard pitch with limited space to land and stop it, I can either hit that shot or try to hit a 40 yard flop which in my experience is WAY harder to pull off than this shot. Just got to keep your hands low and moving left a bit back in your stance with an open club face. Its really not as hard as it seems.

[@mannytalavera900]

Sooo is it over the top low spinner ??

[@channelfargone]

Dude I need that shirt, share link. Nice video.