A few months ago, we talked about the importance of ball fitting with EVERY fitting. You have all the data you need to recommend a golf ball at the end of each fitting. I won’t discuss that further as I’m sure you’re already doing that.

There are a few things to add in, though. First, I can assure you that when we go through R&D, design, and testing, we do NOT use any ball other than a Callaway ball. A Chrome Soft ball is what we use, to be more specific. Simply put, Callaway golf clubs are designed around, and optimized for, Callaway golf balls. Can you use Callaway Balls with another brand of golf clubs, or vice-versa? Of course, but our clubs are optimized for our balls.

Next, and this is where your fitting comes in. In golf, we have the option – at least for now, to choose what golf ball we play. We can choose a ball that is best for our individual games. You can, and should use that to your advantage. For example, You have a good player for a driver fitting. You are close. You have him at a 9* head, and all the data looks great – except for the spin. It would surely be better if you could scrub another 300 RPM off the driver. With a ball change, you might just be able to do just that. Chrome Soft X LS will spin about 250 to 300 RPM less than Chrome Soft X. Conversely, some driver heads don’t spin enough, and you may need to add a little spin – if you need to, you can go the other way too. Something to keep in your back pocket. If you suggest a ball change based on a driver fitting, for example, I would check the 7 iron spin before you complete the suggestion to ensure that is still in the acceptable range (if you have the means to be able to do so). 

Fitting the ball is simply another piece of the fitting, and you should pay close attention to it. It’s also a way for you to a.) look more professional, b.) take advantage of some additional shop sales, and c.) help your members and customers to the fullest. 

I hope this helps!! Happy Fitting.