Pitching Wedge 46-50 Degree (PW) After the 9 iron, it is the club with the most loft. Has a loft of 46-50 degrees on average The pitching wedge is mostly utilized for longer shots onto the green—tournament competitors will hit a pitching wedge approximately 120 yards. This club is best used when you want to get a long shot off in order not to waste time on the course. The pitching wedge's low center of gravity and wide sole give it excellent maneuverability on most surfaces. The flat face allows you to strike the ball squarely without straying away from your target. Since there is less loft than the other clubs, the pitch is more likely to be holed if it doesn't go where you intend it to go. This club is used primarily as an approach shot for the tee box. It is useful for shooters who don't have a clear view of their target on short approaches because you can see how far you are from home plate even from across the diamond. Pitching wedges usually have a higher bounce back than fairway woods or drivers so you should choose your landing spot carefully. Since the pitching wedge has a lower moment of inertia than the other clubs, it takes less effort to swing fast. This means that you can take powerful swings with the wedge and get the same result as a slower swing with another club. Fast pitchers can also reach high speeds with this tool!