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A poor setup can undermine your short game before you’ve even swung the club. LPGA Golf Coach Stephanie Connelly-Eiswerth breaks down the key setup faults that cost golfers shots around the green — and how to correct them for more consistent results.
LPGA Professionals – Short Game
Getting the ball close from around the green starts long before the swing. In this video, Stephanie Connelly-Eiswerth walks through the setup fundamentals that form the foundation of reliable chipping and pitching, helping you understand what small adjustments can make a significant difference to your short game.
Key Takeaways
Check your stance width and weight distribution:
Check your stance width and weight distribution:
A narrow stance with weight favouring the lead side promotes a cleaner, more controlled strike around the green.
Position the ball correctly in your stance:
Ball position has a direct impact on the angle of attack — getting this right helps you make consistent contact rather than catching the ground too early or too late.
Adjust your grip and shaft angle:
Leaning the shaft slightly forward at address encourages a descending strike, which is essential for solid contact on short game shots.
Take these setup checkpoints to the practice green and work through them one at a time before adding any swing changes. This video is well suited to golfers who are losing shots from close range and want a straightforward, structured fix to build from.
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