Landing Angle

How steeply the ball comes down — roll vs. stopping power.

What it is

Landing angle (or descent angle) is the angle at which the ball descends to the ground at the end of its flight. A steeper angle stops faster; a shallower one rolls out more.

Why it matters

Landing angle decides whether a shot bites or releases. Approach shots usually want a steeper descent to hold the green, while tee shots benefit from a shallower angle for extra roll.

How to improve it

Landing angle is a product of launch and spin: more height and spin steepen it; less flattens it. Adjust those inputs depending on whether you want stopping power or roll.

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