I’ve had success working with players focusing on “swing length” to improve in the scoring zone. With most players now carrying a minimum of 3 wedges, I suggest they take their wedges and range finder to their practice facility and “chart” their distances.
Take a simple index card and list the wedges they have in the bag in a column down the left side of the card, and then make columns for arm swing of 7:00, 9:00, and full swings. Hit several shots with each wedge from these 3 backswing positions, put the range finder to work to get your average distance, and fill in your card – giving the player a “distance chart” for your wedge play.
I feel this chart helps the players confidence
on the course when making wedge decisions.
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To dial in distance on wedge shots, should players focus more on swing length or swing speed?
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