There is an excellent Golf Digest article on all aspects of Steve Stricker's golf swing, including pitching and chipping. The Stricker article and the Six-Steps-To-Stack-And-Tilt Article appeared in the same issue of Golf Digest. They are worth studying together, particularly for pitching and chipping which is only covered in the Stack & Tilt Video.
Stricker essentially uses the same swing for pitching and chipping: firm wrists and a full body turn. Stack & Tilt methodology would further suggest keeping your weight on the left side, adding a little tilt and then keeping your weight moving forward throughout the pitch or the chip. To vary height or distance, choose a different club but always use the same swing.
If you're having trouble with the short game (as I am) this really seems to work! It keeps your hands out of the swing and it keeps your body accelerating through the swing, solving the two most common short-game mistakes.
Hey George!
ReplyDeleteNice work here, Im a Golf Teaching Professional and have recently arrived at the firm conclusion that Mr Stricker is without doubt the best wedge player on the planet right now. I myself am currently exploring the consistency of all things STRIKE, TRAJECTORY and DISTANCE through the techniques practiced by this great man. His powers of control and consistency have never been more evident, highlighted perfectly during his recent quest for Ryder Cup stardom.
Without doubt the standout player for this golfing purist.
Enjoying your words from afar, feel free to explore my own at:
www.autogenicgolf.com
Enjoy the game.
paUL