Golfing Edmonton
Reading the Green
Congratulations, you've made it to the green! You've almost achieved your
goal of putting that little ball into what feels like an even smaller hole.
Putting is next, and this part of the game is as much about the grass and
surface your ball is on as it is about the actual putt itself. Here are a
few things to keep in mind as you 'read the green' and prepare to sink your
shot:
First, the slope of the green. Look at all the bumps and curves that your
ball may encounter on its short trip to the hole. Keep the terrain in mind
as you line up the shot. You'll see the professionals squat down and squint
at their ball so they can plan around the green.
Is the grass too long? Golf course maintenance workers spend hours insuring
the quality of their course, but there may just be a few blades in your way
as you putt. The shorter the grass, of course, the faster your ball will
roll. If the grass is a little long, put a little more 'oomph' in your putt.
Is the grass wet? That can also slow your ball down - sometimes quite
dramatically.
Reading the Green carefully will give you good info on where to aim your
ball. Doing this well is a very important component of your game!
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