Use a lofted club, such as a wedge
Strike the ball with a descending blow
Make contact with the ball before the turf
Use a clean, dry golf ball
Use a clean clubface
Place the ball slightly back in your stance
Keep your hands ahead of the ball at impact
Swing with enough clubhead speed
Hit the ball from a tight lie or short grass
Use a ball with a urethane cover
Avoid hitting the ball too high on the face
Practice controlled wedge shots
Maintain solid contact and centered strikes