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Ball Speed
Impact mphSpeed of ball off the club face. Determined by club speed and smash factor.
Why it matters
Ball speed is the number one driver of distance. Every 1 mph of ball speed adds roughly 2 yards of carry, which compounds across 14 clubs in your bag.
How to improve
Increase club head speed through overspeed training and physical conditioning, and improve smash factor by consistently striking the center of the face.