Putting Tips for Better Consistency and Control

1. Set Up with a Solid Foundation

• Feet shoulder-width apart, weight evenly balanced

• Eyes directly over or just inside the ball

• Grip the putter lightly with relaxed arms and shoulders

2. Focus on the Putter Face

• The direction your putter face is pointing at impact is the biggest factor in starting the ball on line

• Keep the face square through the stroke and avoid flipping your wrists

3. Maintain a Pendulum Stroke

• Use your shoulders to rock the putter back and through—keep hands and wrists quiet

• Think of your stroke as a smooth, controlled pendulum movement

4. Control Your Distance

• Focus on your backstroke length, not how hard you hit the ball

• Practice drills with different targets to fine-tune distance control

5. Read the Green Properly

• Look at the slope from both behind the ball and the low side of the hole

• Pay attention to grain, footprints, and water drainage patterns

6. Practice Short Putts Regularly

• Spend time drilling 3–5 foot putts to build confidence under pressure

• Use alignment aids or tees to ensure straight path and square face

7. Commit to the Stroke

• Pick your line and speed, then trust it—don’t second-guess during the stroke

• Stay still and focused through impact

8. Keep Your Head Down

• Hold your finish and listen for the ball to drop before looking up

• Helps prevent pulling or mis-hitting the putt