TechniqueL
Launch Angle
Initial vertical angle of ball flight
Pronunciation
/lɔːntʃ ˈæŋ.ɡəl/
Definition
The angle at which the ball leaves the clubface relative to the ground. Launch angle, combined with spin rate, determines how far the ball will travel. Modern fitting uses launch monitors to optimize launch angle for maximum distance.
Example
"His launch angle of 12 degrees was ideal for his swing speed."