Handling Chipping Areas By Jim McLean Photos by Dom Furore June 07, 2009 Share story Facebook X Logo Twitter LinkedIn Shop This Look Powered By:Wayfair.com We may make 💰 from these links. 8-IRON LOB WEDGE HYBRID Using a putting grip and smooth, arcing stroke, bounce the ball up the slope and let it roll on. Keep your head steady and accelerate for a solid hit. 8-IRON Choose a landing spot, and make a downward strike, trying to carry the ball about halfway there. Finish low to encourage a descending blow. LOB WEDGE Play the ball forward, and let your wrists hinge back and through. Keep your spine angle constant for solid contact. Land the ball where the hill flattens.Ranked No. 4 on Golf Digest's list of America's 50 Greatest Teachers, McLean is based at Doral Golf Resort & Spa in Miami. Click here for more tips from McLean. Share story Facebook X Logo Twitter LinkedIn
