How to Compress a Golf Ball Wondering how its done? Generally speaking, a harder (low compression golf ball) travels further than a softer or high compression golf ball. Low compression golf balls require less force to have their size compressed than do high compression golf balls.

Simple Physics 101. Basically, the ‘compression’ rating of a golf ball is a number that relates to that ball’s ability to be compressed. It’s when the impact of a golf ball into an object forces the ball to transform in shape. The golf ball is compressed and flattened by the force of the impact. When you hit a golf shot, the ball is actually deformed for … This transformation in shape is when the energy transfers from the energy transfers from the impacting object to the ball. Golf Ball Compression When a golf ball is struck by a golf club, it is compressed, deformed and flattened by the force of impact (golf ball compression rating is less with harder core golf balls than softer cored balls). When you compress a golf ball, your club head drives through the ball on impact which ultimately traps the ball between the club face and the ground. What is Golf Ball Compression? Doing this correctly will give you a more accurate ball flight over a longer distance, and will offer a greater amount of backspin. Depending on if your swing speed comes in above or below 105 mph, you could benefit from a ball with a firmer or softer compression.