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Flop Shot Fundamentals

InstructorBlair O'Neal
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Flop Shot Fundamentals
Blair O'NealInstructor

Flop Shot Fundamentals

The flop shot is both fun and at times necessary. To master the technique, Blair O’Neal details the 4 key fundamentals that will help you flop it close from short-sided positions.

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Is that Mission Inn? El Campeon?

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Blair’s step-by-step explanation was great and so easy to understand. Now time to practice it!

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Hi Chris, the bag drill is hardly ever used anymore, thanks. I believe I will purchase one very soon.

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Hey Blair, thank you very much. You explained that very clear. Have a great day Michael.

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Big keys not mentioned - big hinge in the backswing and turn your body fully toward the target.

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So what club are you using? Would be helpful if you gave us more information.

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Flop shots are normally done with the highest lofted club in your bag.... this would be your sand wedge or the aptly named LOB wedge....

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thanks - good information. however when I try this shot I often blade the ball - so how do you avoid this? I assume it relates to weight shift. thanks

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Might be the ball position is too far forward in your stance

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thanks

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Any suggestions for the senior player who has lost some flexibility but is still interested in this technique.

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