Golf tips from the Pro
Golf Tips from the Pro is a series that features tips from our professional golf coaches. In this April edition, Director of Junior Academy Simon Lloyd, a member of British PGA, shares with us some tips to mastering the bump-and-run shot.
Mastering the bump-and-run
According to Simon Lloyd, the bump-and-run is a simple yet effective way to get the ball rolling smoothly onto the green, reducing the risk of mis-hits and improving consistency.
Key steps to perfecting the bump-and-run:
Club selection:
• Use a 7-iron, 8-iron, or even a pitching wedge to get the ball airborne slightly to let it roll towards the hole.
Ball position and stance:
• Play the ball slightly back in your stance.
• Keep your weight favouring your lead foot (60-70%) to promote a descending strike.
Use the bounce, not the leading edge:
• Avoid excessive shaft lean. Let the club’s bounce skims the turf instead of digging in.
• Keep the hands slightly ahead but not drastically forward to engage the club’s natural loft.
Putting-like motion:
• Keep wrist movement to a minimum.
• Rock the shoulders in a smooth, pendulum-like motion just as you would do with a putt.
Control distance with length of swing:
• A shorter backswing creates a shorter shot, while a slightly longer motion increases rollout.
• Always aim to land the ball just onto the green and let it roll like a putt.
✅ Pro Tip: Choose a landing spot on the green rather than focusing on the hole. This helps you judge rollout and control distance with precision!
If you would like to learn out more from Simon, write to simon@thegolfcollectivesg.com.
