March 23, 2025
Updated July 15, 2025
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An Introduction to Chipping in Golf
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Reading list
We've selected 19 books
that we think will supplement your
learning. Use these to
develop background knowledge, enrich your coursework, and gain a
deeper understanding of the topics covered in
Chipping.
Comprehensive guide to the short game, with a significant focus on chipping. Pelz's data-driven approach provides a strong foundation for understanding the mechanics and strategy of chipping. It is often used as a reference and can be a valuable resource for players of all levels looking to improve their scoring around the greens.
Stan Utley is renowned for his expertise in the short game, and this book offers detailed techniques for chipping, pitching, and sand play. It provides practical insights and drills to help golfers improve their touch and feel around the greens. is valuable for both foundational understanding and deepening knowledge of chipping.
James Sieckmann respected short game instructor, and this book offers a comprehensive system for improving chipping, pitching, and bunker play. It includes drills and detailed explanations to help golfers develop better technique and understanding.
Written by one of the greatest short game players, this book delves into Phil Mickelson's approach to chipping, pitching, and putting. It offers a blend of technical advice and creative shot-making strategies. This is an excellent resource for gaining a deeper understanding of advanced short game techniques.
A classic in golf instruction, this book offers timeless wisdom and simple, fundamental advice applicable to all aspects of the game, including chipping. While not solely focused on chipping, its foundational principles are crucial for developing a solid short game. It's a must-read for any golfer.
Presents a system for the short game based on three different releases, providing versatility for various chipping and pitching situations. It's a contemporary approach that can help golfers expand their shot repertoire around the green. Also available in German, French, Italian, Spanish and Japanese.
Dr. Rotella leading sports psychologist, and this book focuses on the mental game of golf. It helps golfers develop a better mindset for playing, which is crucial for confidence and performance in chipping, especially under pressure. is excellent for solidifying the mental approach to the short game.
Focuses on the mental aspects of golf, which are critical for successful chipping under pressure. It helps golfers overcome mental obstacles and improve concentration and feel around the greens. While not a technical guide, it's essential for solidifying understanding and performance in chipping.
Introduces the strokes gained statistic, which provides a data-driven way to analyze golf performance, including chipping. It helps golfers understand the importance of the short game in scoring and can inform practice strategies. It's more for deepening understanding through analysis than for technical instruction.
Provides numerous lessons and tips specifically for shots within 100 yards, with a strong emphasis on chipping and pitching. It's a practical guide with actionable advice for improving your scoring close to the green.
Raymond Floyd, a renowned competitor, shares his expertise on scoring shots, with significant coverage of chipping and other short game skills. offers insights from a player known for his mental toughness and effective short game.
Authored by a major champion, this book shares Ernie Els' insights and techniques for mastering the short game, including chipping. It offers a professional's perspective on the crucial shots around the green.
Although focused on putting, this book's principles of feel and instinct are highly relevant to chipping. Developing an unconscious, confident approach to short shots is key to consistency around the greens. It provides valuable insights into the mental and feel aspects of the short game.
This compilation from Golf Magazine offers a variety of tips and techniques for the short game, including chipping, from different instructors. It provides a broad overview of various approaches and can be a good starting point for beginners or those looking for different perspectives.
Offers a simplified approach to the short game, including chipping. It focuses on practical techniques and a system for improving performance around the greens, suitable for golfers looking for straightforward advice.
While primarily focused on the full swing, Hogan's principles of golf fundamentals are applicable to chipping as well. Understanding the basic mechanics of the swing provides a valuable foundation for developing a sound chipping technique. It's a classic that provides essential background knowledge.
John Jacobs' approach to golf instruction is known for its simplicity and effectiveness. While covering all aspects of the game, his principles can be applied to chipping for a more practical and efficient technique. solid reference for fundamental golf skills.
Tony Johnstone, a successful professional golfer, shares his expertise on the short game in this book. It offers valuable insights and techniques for improving your chipping and other shots around the green.
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