Sand wedges are designed with bounce to get the the sand out of the bunker. The ball will be on top of the sand. In order to use the bounce that is built into the sand wedge, you have to open the club to expose the bounce, as much as 45°. But, make sure you RE GRIP the sand wedge after you open the face, or the leading edge will return to a square position and negate the bounce. Thump that ball out by using a full follow through. Aim 1 or 2 inches behind the ball. Remember the sand lifts the ball out.
To see the bounce, hold up the sand wedge in front of your eyes and twist it open. You will see the bounce between the leading edge and the bottom of the bounce.
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