pitch shot

noun

, Golf.

1. a shot in which the ball is hit high into the air and with backspin to ensure little roll upon landing, used in approaching the green.

Example Sentences

Schenk drove into the rough behind the hole, though had an impressive pitch shot.

From Washington Times

His pitch shot checked up short, and another bogey resulted in a second-round 77 and a missed cut.

From Seattle Times

A pitch shot dumped in a greenside bunker on the back.

From Seattle Times

His approach wound up left of the green, his pitch shot came up short again, another chip finally got him onto the putting surface and a three-putt left him with a triple bogey.

From Seattle Times

His pitch shot from the penalty area sailed over the green.

From Seattle Times