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Two Simple elements for Putting
Putting should
be broken down to two simple elements.
Mechanics
When working
on mechanics, putt a straight putt one meter from the hole.
 | Putter blade square to target at address
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| Consistent address position with hands in line to
slightly ahead of the ball
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| Ball should be positioned somewhere towards the
instep of the lead foot. Many
good putters positions vary, but all have the ball more forward than the
center of the stance
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| Movement of the putter head straight back and
straight through
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| Eyes over the ball (can be slightly behind and to
the inside)
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| Backswing should be shorter than forward swing
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Speed control
When working
on speed control, putt to very long holes first then to medium length holes.
Vary the types of “breaking” putts.
| On long putts, speed is more important than
direction
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| To have consistent speed control, your mechanics
must be solid. Therefore always
work on mechanics before you work on speed control.
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| When working on speed control, don’t think about
mechanics. Trust your eyes
to judge the distance.
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| Roll a few balls underhanded to holes across the
green. Get a “feel” for the
way the ball rolls on the green.
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| Try putting a few long putts while looking at the
hole and not the ball. Think of
shooting a free-throw in basketball.
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