Pitching
The Fundamentals of Pitching
Build a reliable pitching motion with simple setup keys, controlled speed, and a clear landing spot.
Setup that helps contact
A good pitch starts with a narrow stance, slightly favoring the lead foot, and a clubface chosen for the shot you want. You are not trying to scoop the ball up. Let the loft work while your chest keeps turning through impact. For many players, a waist-high backswing and balanced finish beat a long, decelerating motion.
Feel before force
Pick a landing spot, then match the swing length to it. A 54-degree wedge landing five paces on behaves differently from a pitching wedge that runs like a putt.
Short-game key: The ball lands where speed, loft, and contact agree—not where hope points.