Assessing the lie around the green is key to controlling spin and rollout. On short-cut lies, grass growing with the ball allows the club to skid easily, while grass growing into the ball can cause the leading edge to grab if your shaft is too far forward. Down-grain chips are easier to control, but into-the-grain lies require precision to prevent the club from sticking.
Use more loft to lift the ball in deeper rough, as it will have minimal backspin. Avoid digging the leading edge into the ground on thin or damp lies. You can either lean left and hit the ball first or lean the shaft back to engage the bounce.
A shallow swing with a clean strike helps produce a controlled pitch and run. Understanding these variations will improve your ability to predict spin and manage rollout effectively.
