Putting

Chalk-line putt

A putting drill for the Development stage, on the practice green, in about 10 minutes.

Check whether a short putt begins on the intended line.

Equipment

  • putter
  • chalk line or string
  • balls

Steps

  1. 01Mark a straight three-foot line to a hole or coin.
  2. 02Roll six balls with the same read and note start line and pace before changing anything.
  3. 03Keep the next repetition simple: change only one setup, target, or club choice at a time.

Target

Finish with one clear note about the target, contact, landing spot, pace, or decision practiced.

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