Skull

A mis-hit shot where the ball is struck with the leading edge or top portion of the club face, typically resulting in a low, hard shot that travels farther than intended with little height. Skulled shots often occur from tight lies, bunkers, or when players try to help the ball into the air by scooping at impact. These shots are particularly problematic around greens where distance control is crucial, as skulled chips and pitches often fly over the green. Preventing skulls requires proper setup, maintaining spine angle through impact, and trusting the club's loft to create appropriate trajectory.