A Good Putting Stroke

So you are on the green and you are only one stroke from winning. The put is a six footer. What are your chances on making that put? Many golfers don’t realize that your odds of making a put can be lower than 50%. The fact is many people are so concerned with their swing that they neglect the put. Here are some tips for a better put.

Practice, practice, practice. Yes, practice is key. Try the straight put with a dozen balls about 4 to 6 feet away. It is best to focus on a straight put because you only need to focus on the stroke and nothing else. Don’t worry about your speed at the moment. Once you have mastered a good stoke you can move on. Always make sure that your putter head goes straight back and follow through.

Another common mistake is the putter head not being square to the line. It takes lots of practice, but you will be rewarded in the end. Remember that successful putting takes plenty of practice and concentration and can dramatically lower your score. So take some time to improve your putting.