For a lot of people putting is the bane of their existence. With varied terrains and conditions no green is the same in regards to difficulty. There are a few obstacles you can look out for before making your putt that are the same no matter where you are.
Loose leaves and sticks resting in your line are always trouble. These are problems Mother Nature provides to golfers everywhere. It depends on the group you’re playing with but most people don’t care if you take the time to clear a path to your ball.
Uneven grass on the putting green is not only a sign of poor course maintenance. It’s also a sign that your putt is going to probably see a dramatic change in speed as it journeys to the hole. Try and plan your putt accordingly. Footprints from a previous group (or your playing partner) have similar effects on your ball’s travel.
Before you putt make sure you take into account these potential trouble spots on the green.