The different types of putters include Long-Shaft Putters, Chippers and Trainers. Putters that are made with long shafts and grips are used to decrease the amount of freedom that a player is able to play with when they putt. Chippers are another variation of the putter that has a similar construction as a general putter however includes a much higher loft often in the range of thirty to forty five degrees. It is most commonly used to lift the ball over the rough or fringe and onto the green. In addition, it can also be used to “lag” the ball. Belly Putters are also another type of putter. This type of putter is used with a two hand stroke and is very similar to a conventional putter. Belly putters have a longer shaft and the shaft is anchored against the golfer’s stomach for maximum accuracy. Trainers are the last type of putter that s used primarily as a teaching tool for a golfer to learn proper technique.

Putters are an essential part of golf and the various types of putters that are available can be used to improve the quality of play in a golfer.

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Get to the Range 3 times a Week
A little bit of homework here and that’s setting you a challenge of getting to the driving range at least 3 times a week and hitting 100 balls or so. You’ll find that next time you go to play a round after you’ve kept your rhythm going all week, you’ll see a decrease in your scores due to shots that appear from no where because you’ve lost a little consistency.

Short Game, Short Game, Short Game
I can’t stress that short game is a big factor if not the biggest factor in scoring very low. Even if you can’t get on the range, practice putting and chipping in the comfort of your own home and develop a great feel. If you can practice on your course chipping and putting green that’ll be even better. Be better than your playing partners by practicing more than them!

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I thought I’d toss out a really simple method for lining up a putt. A lot of golfers, beginners or advanced players alike, tend to stand or squat behind their golf ball and try and line their putt up from that position. That’s fine and I do that myself but there’s another method you can try.

The next time you’re ready to line up your putt try walking the line to the cup. Try and do this without stepping in either your ball’s or anyone else’s path though to avoid potentially disrupting their shot. Walk the line of the ball in short intervals and as you go try and examine the slope and condition of the green.

By checking things out in small chunks you’ll actually have a better idea of the big picture of the green conditions and hopefully help you make a smarter putt.

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You might want to file this under the “Hardcore Golfer” category but some people like to get down and find out which way the grass on a green is growing before they putt.

The theory, I suppose, is that grass growing towards the hole will make the ball run faster to the cup. Then the opposite would be true for grass growing away from the hole. Your ball will travel slower on its path.

There are hundreds, if not thousands, of tips and tricks people suggest and try for putting. I’m not personally sold 100% on this grass direction idea but if you’re struggling with your putter it might be something to check out for yourself.

Just don’t get caught on your hands and knees inspecting grass growth patterns in front of your good friends. That sounds pretty embarrassing.

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Here’s a simple tip or suggestion for those of you (and myself included) who sometimes have a little trouble sinking putts. A good way to blow a putt is to take your eyes off the ball. This is a classic symptom of trouble in a lot of sports actually.

When you’re putting don’t quickly raise your head up after contact to see what happens to the golf ball. This is an easy way to pull your body too quickly and make your putt go off your target line. I find myself guilty of this all of the time so this year I’m going to make a serious effort to keep my head down well after I’ve made contact.

Another pitfall people fall into is watching the head of the club while they swing and not the golf ball. If you start to watch the head of your putter during your swing you’re once again opening yourself up to some potential body movements that will take your putt off line.

The best way to avoid these two eye control problems when putting is to work on focusing your eyes on the spot the ball is sitting at all times. Stare a hole through that spot before, during and after the putt and keep your head down. If you continue to work on your eye control and focus you should see better results on the green.

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