When the ball is sitting down in the rough or against the collar when you are around the putting surface, using your hybrid is a good decision!

Why a hybrid is a great choice

• The flat-bottomed sole will not get stuck in the grass like your putter or irons.
• There is plenty of loft to get the ball in the air to get the ball rolling on line.
• The ball comes off the club face fairly fast so you can use a smaller swing reducing the margin for error that you can get with a bigger swing.

Here’s how to set up with your hybrid around the green

• Take a narrow stance and stand closer to the ball like a normal chip set up.
• The ball position should be off the trail foot (away from the target).
• Your weight or pressure should be on the lead foot (toward the target).
• The grip should be a little forward of the club head.

The Stroke: Just like your putting motion

• A small relaxed putting motion will do the trick, no need to try and help the ball up in the air.
• The club head will not go above your knees.
• Hold your finish in good balance for better contact and distance control!

By following these steps you can take what can be a very difficult troublesome shot and make it easy by using your hybrid.