EquipmentC
Compression
Ball deformation at impact
Pronunciation
/kəmˈprɛʃ.ən/
Definition
The degree to which a golf ball deforms against the clubface at impact. Compression ratings (typically 60-100) indicate ball firmness, with lower compression balls suited to slower swing speeds and higher compression for faster swingers. Proper compression optimizes energy transfer.
Example
"He switched to a lower compression ball for better feel."