Low Point Height
The vertical distance of the club's lowest point relative to the ground.
Full Definition
Low point height measures how close to the ground the clubhead gets at the bottom of the swing arc. For iron shots, a low point at or slightly below ground level creates a divot after the ball. A low point above the ground means the club may catch the ball thin. For driver shots off a tee, the low point is naturally above ground level.
Optimal RangeGeneral guidance based on tour averages. Your optimal range depends on swing speed, physical attributes, and individual technique. Many golfers succeed with metrics outside these ranges.
Irons: at or slightly below ground level (0 to -0.5 inches) | Driver: above ground level
Why It Matters
Low point height directly affects strike quality. Too high and you hit it thin; too deep and you take excessive divots. Consistent low point height is what separates clean ball-strikers from those who alternate between fat and thin shots.