Lessons By Tom Ward
Reading the Green
What is the best way to learn to read the topography of greens when
putting, as to whether the ball will break right, left or continue straight?
The overall contour of the green can be assessed from 50-100 yards out.
It's a fact that a ball will roll away from mountains and towards the
ocean; so if there is a hill near the green the ball will roll away from
it. If there is a lake near the green the ball will roll toward it.
The Grain affects the roll! Grain is mostly seen on the fringe of
the green. Putts with grain roll faster and farther, against the grain
slower and not so far. Check from both sides of your ball as well as
behind the ball when lining up. The appearance of the grass shows the
grain. If it looks shiny the grain is away from you. If dull, the grain
is towards you.
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