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When I coached Tiger Woods at Stanford, he wanted to perfect his ability to die the longer putts at the hole. This was a drill we used to help accomplish this goal. By Wally Goodwin
Submitted by: Wally Goodwin Profession: College Golf Coach, Hall of Fame City: Wyoming Activity: Begin by putting a tee in the green, and another tee 1 foot behind it. Pace off 10 feet, and drop 5 balls on the green. Stroke the 5 balls past the 1st tee, and short of the 2nd tee. Gradually move further away. Use the ratio of 10 to 1 for the distance. Example: a 20 foot putt has a 2 foot circle, a 40 foot putt has a 4 foot circle, etc. Completion: A success is 4 of 5 balls in the circle. After succeeding at a distance, move further away. This is a great competitive game with a friend. Variation: When you get better, reduce the ratio. 20 foot putt has an 18" circle, etc. |


