Want a quick way to shave strokes off your handicap? Focus on lag putting—the art of getting your long putts close enough for an easy two-putt.
Here’s why it matters:
Most amateur golfers waste strokes by three-putting from long range. But if you can consistently get those 30-50 foot putts within a 3-foot circle, you'll avoid unnecessary bogeys and doubles.
How to Practice Lag Putting:
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Find Your Feel – Set up on the practice green and putt 3 balls from different distances (30, 40, 50 feet). Focus on pace, not making the putt.
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Use the “Fringe Drill” – Try stopping the ball just before the fringe without going past. This builds distance control.
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Count Your Steps – Walk off putts during rounds. If it’s 40 feet, you’ll know how much power to apply once you've practiced from that distance.
Bonus Tip:
Use a larger training target (like a hula hoop or towel) when you practice. Aim to stop the ball inside that zone for a “successful lag.”
🎯 The result? Fewer three-putts. More confidence. Lower handicap.
Stay dialed in and play happy.
– The Happy Golf Company Team
