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Chiping

The chip is used as a mid to short distance shot (usually 75 to 25 yards). The most common clubs are the wedges. The goal of the chip is to land the ball safely on the green with minimal roll. A swing that does not turn the shoulders gives more control over the flight path. Extra weight on the forward foot helps the golfer to come down on the ball resulting in a higher loft on the ball.

• A flop shot is a shot in which the player uses a lofted club, such as a sand wedge or a lob wedge, rotates the club head to an open position, and strikes down on the ball. This causes the ball to be launched at a very high angle, creating a high amount of backspin, which allows the ball to stop suddenly with little roll. Players use this shot in situations where the flag stick is positioned very close to the edge of the green, making it necessary for the ball to stop quickly. This situation is generally referred to as "not having much green to work with." Experts advise only very skilled golfers use the flop shot due to its difficulty. The shot has been popularized by professional golfer Phil Mickelson.