text: how do you get spin on a golf shot?   the above answer is partially correct. i suspect you're looking to get spin on a full wedge shot, or possibly some short wedge shots around the green?   basically you need to realize that most golfers don't play on courses that are mowed with tight enough fairways to get clean enough contact for as much spin as you see the pro's get on tv....they play on fairways that are like our greens.   you need to have a clean clubface contact with the ball, no grass in between the ball and clubface. the club must strike the ball at a decending angle of attack (easier with a wedge).   it's easier to get spin on knockdown type shots....instead of hitting a full sandwedge from 100 yards try hitting a 3/4 pitching wedge or nine iron, you might have more success in getting some spin if the ball comes in lower.....it'll hop once and then stop....