Hi Patter,

Here is works for me (now).

I use the big muscles, of the body, when pitching. This is the method recommended by some of the game's top instructors (Pelz, Leadbetter, Penick etc.). I have found that whenever I try to control the shot with hands and arms, a sh**k soon rears it's ugly head.

For those who advocate the Pelz method of chipping off the outside of the rear ankle, they can keep it. I tried this technique for about 3-4 weeks, practising almost daily. Whoever said that the game of golf is 90% mental was absolutely right. I have now returned to my old method of chipping, almost identical to what you have described. Lo and behold; my chipping has improved beyond all recognition. Perhaps I have made some slight sub-conscious adjustment, after trying the Pelz method.

regards

Alan