Pitch Putting Problems

[Grape Drank]

I always pretend I am shooting it in there instead of throwing it. It changes my mindset and helps you focus. I also try to be as fluid as possible, make the putt one movement. Every time I start getting jerky in my movements, my putt is off.

Also I have noticed that as the distance of the putt increases it becomes helpful to change my stance. For short shots I will square up with the basket, however for longer putts I like to stagger my feet. Stand so your shoulders and hips are in a line to the basket. Then move your left foot back a little bit and try to center your weight. If you drew a rectangle your right foot would be in the upper left corner while the left foot would be in the lower right corner. For me this offset has really eliminated a lot of my putt's hyzer. The trick from here is being able to get the aim down correctly.

 

[JTacoma03]

I'd say don't worry about whether you are push putting, spin putting, or hyzer putting. Do what is comfortable and successful for you. And you may need a hybrid or combination of those techniques to cover all situations. Be flexible and don't get hung up on styles and what others are doing.

And practice a lot.

It matters so he gets correct advice.

Did you all just miss this part in your rush to post standard putting advice?
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There is lots of advice about improving left/right consistency with all kinds of putts but I've never seen someone be successful with what it sounds like you're attempting.

*ahem* see post 13

 

[jtencer]

*ahem* see post 13

Congratulations on being the only other person in this thread to apparently read the OP. Sorry I missed it before.

^sounds really sarcastic and kinda mean but I don't intend that. We need an "I really mean it, good job" emoticon.

It really highlights how much of the advice on this forum is completely canned.:gross: