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The Simple Setup Trick to Control Wedge Trajectory
One of the easiest ways to improve your short game is learning how to control trajectory.
But most golfers try to do it by manipulating their swing, opening the face, leaning the shaft, adding or removing loft, or trying to “help” the ball into the air.
In reality, it can be much simpler than that.
Instead of changing your swing, you can control trajectory almost entirely through setup adjustments.
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Stock Shot
For a standard wedge shot, you’re usually looking for a launch around 27–30°.
Setup keys:
Ball middle of stance
Nose over the golf ball
This produces a consistent launch that gives you the spin and control you need for that one-hop-and-stop wedge shot.
Low “Change-Up” Shot
When you want a shot that launches lower and runs out more:
Setup keys:
Ball one ball back of center
Trail ear over the golf ball
This small setup adjustment lowers the launch by a few degrees (around 25) without requiring any swing manipulation.
High Soft Shot
For a higher shot that lands softer:
Setup keys:
Ball one ball forward of center
Lead ear over the golf ball
This allows the club’s bounce and loft to help send the ball higher (around 35). The beauty of this system is that your swing doesn’t change, only the setup does.
That means fewer moving parts and much more consistency.
Thanks for reading!
—Ralph Bauer
About Ralph Bauer
Ralph Bauer has coached on the PGA Tour since 2009. He’s worked at all four majors, the Olympics, and has helped two of his players win major championships. His students have earned over $400 million in PGA Tour earnings. He’s coached on five continents and at every level of the game—and he co-created the Tour Read system to make green reading easier for every golfer.
Let me know if you have any questions—I’d love to hear how it’s working for you.
