Wedge
A category of high-lofted clubs used for short approach shots, chipping, pitching, and bunker play.
What does wedge mean in golf?
Most golfers carry 3-4 wedges: pitching wedge (44-48 degrees), gap wedge (50-52 degrees), sand wedge (54-56 degrees), and lob wedge (58-62 degrees). Wedges are the scoring clubs — they are used for the majority of shots from 120 yards and in. Wedge fitting has become increasingly important, with factors like bounce, grind, and groove design all affecting performance from different lies and conditions. Wedge distance gaps should be consistent — most golfers space their wedges 10-15 yards apart.
Related Golf Terms
Pitch
A short approach shot with a high trajectory that lands softly on the green with limited roll.
Chip
A short, low-trajectory shot played near the green that spends more time rolling on the ground than in the air.
Bounce
The angle between the leading edge and the lowest point of the sole on a wedge, which prevents the club from digging into the turf or sand.
Loft
The angle of the clubface relative to vertical, which primarily determines the trajectory and distance of a shot.
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