Take More Putts

10:55 am May 29, 2009

While it’s true that much of your short game shots will be taken from
as far as 70 to 75 feet away from the hole, others will be from as
close to a foot or so off of the green.

There are many variables to take into account when deciding what
kind of shot to take. These include the weather, the terrain, distance,
the type of club to use, & many others. Also, holding back your ego
in order to prevent misjudgments doesn’t hurt either.

A. Putting

Learning how to put is essential to improving your golf game. For
example, if the ball is lying 20 to 30 feet away from the hole, it’s
better to putt instead of sending it flying through the air with brute
force.

The idea is to get the ball on the ground as soon as possible in order
to bring short game into play. Trying to keep the ball airborne during
every shot shouldn’t be your goal. Getting it into the hole in as few
shots as possible should be.

When you choose to putt, you generally have more control & there is
(hopefully) less room for error. You can concentrate better when
standing directly over your target line. Just putt right through your
shot.

Also, putting involves less work too- it’s just plain easier. Everyon
likes that.

B. What To Focus On?

Putting takes the integration of a variety of skills. You must use your
judgment in order to determine the proper speed & distance needed
to line up the shot.

Furthermore, you need to take the following variables into account
too:

1. The wind factor & how it will affect the direction of the ball. Will
it blow the ball left or right? Or, will it add too much distance, or not
enough?

2. Likely outcomes of this hole. Have you played it before? What do
you remember?

3. Grounds conditions. Is it wet? This can be a HUGE factor. Adjust
your putts accordingly.

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