By now you have probably used or seen a launch monitor in action, you’ve looked your numbers like clubhead speed, ball speed, launch angle, and spin rate. These numbers, the data points captured by tools like FlightScope, are capturing the attention of golfers everywhere!
But here’s the truth: most golfers don’t know what those numbers actually mean, or more importantly, how to use them to improve their game. That’s what this blog series is all about.
Why Radar Numbers Matter
Golf is a game of precision, and data from FlightScope Mevo+ gives me a window into exactly how your swing creates ball flight. Instead of guessing why a shot slices or comes up short, we can see it in the numbers. Learning how those numbers are generated just might be what takes you to the next level in your golf journey. For beginners, let's start with the basics. There are 2 types of data:
- Club data shows how your swing is moving (speed, path, attack angle).
- Ball data shows what the golf ball does after impact (launch angles, spin, distance).
Together, these numbers paint a clear picture of what’s really happening in your swing.
How Coaches and Players Use Radar Data
Radar technology isn’t just for professionals. Golfers at every level can use it to:
- Identify the true cause of ball flight issues.
- Track progress in speed, strike, and consistency.
- Optimize equipment choices to fit their swing.
Instead of relying on feel alone, radar gives objective feedback that makes practice more efficient.
What You’ll Learn in This Series
Over the next few posts, we’ll break down each of the key radar numbers—what they mean, why they matter, and how you can influence them. The topics will include:
- Clubhead Speed
- Ball Speed
- Smash Factor
- Launch Angle
- Spin Rate
- Club Path & Angle of Attack
By the end of the series, you’ll be able to read your own numbers with confidence and understand how they connect to ball flight and performance.