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Next, the 5-4-3-2-1 drill.( Photo 2)
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Pick a cup and start 4 feet away and make five putts in a row. Now, move back to 5 feet and make four out of five putts. Next, 6 feet and make three out of five putts; then 7 feet, make two out of 5 putts; and 8 feet, make one out of five putts. This drill brings the PGA TOUR percentages to life.
The last drill is all about distance control.( Photo 3)
Place a club about 18 inches behind a hole. Start at 10 feet, and try to make two out of three putts either go in the hole or end between the cup and the club. If the ball hits the club, it does not count because the ball would have gone out of the optimal next putt range. After you get two out of three in the zone from 10 feet, do the same thing from 20, 30, and 40 feet. I recommend trying this drill at different practice facilities because all green speeds are different.
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Practicing these drills is proven to help lower scores. At minimum, spend half an hour once a month trying to accomplish them! Remember, sometimes it’ s not about making that 30-footer; it’ s about getting it close. Ultimately, with practice, the proper speed, and mindset, that birdie putt from 30 feet becomes a lot more attainable! �
Enjoy Golf for a Lifetime— Coach G.
Gianna Augustine, PGA, is a teaching professional at the Overland Park Golf Division. Coach G is a U. S. Kids Golf Certified Instructor and The First Tee Certified Coach. During 2026 Gianna will be serving juniors and females in group instruction classes only. To learn more about Augustine, visit www. golfop. org or Instagram @ golfcoachgianna. www. hodgeparkgolf. com
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