Putting Principles Of Dave Pelz
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The Putting Principles of Dave Pelz
Introduction
Dave Pelz, a renowned short game guru and teacher, shares valuable insights in his book Putt Like the Pros that every golfer should consider. This article delves into these principles to better understand the science of putting.
Background
During his college years at Indiana University, Pelz aspired to be a top tour player. Despite his dedication, he often found himself outplayed by a fellow Big 10 golfer, Jack Nicklaus, who would become one of the greatest in golf history. Realizing that his putting was holding him back, Pelz dedicated himself to improving it. He structured his class schedule to allow more time for practice, spending four hours a day on putting.
However, despite his efforts, Pelz’s stroke average increased by 0.1, underscoring a crucial lesson: intelligent practice is essential. Simply practicing isn't enough; accurate feedback on your stroke is vital to improvement. This revelation highlighted the difficulty in distinguishing between good and poor putting strokes.
A Shift in Career
After college, Pelz recognized he couldn't succeed on the PGA Tour. With a background in physics and mathematics, he took a job at NASA, working there for 15 years before transitioning into golf as a consultant, inventor, and author. His scientific approach is evident in his work, like the Teacher Putter, a device providing feedback on putting strokes.
Understanding Putting Success
Pelz developed a machine called the Perfect Roller to determine how many putts could be expected to succeed. Conducting trials with 12-foot putts on various courses, Pelz found that even with perfect conditions, success rates varied, showing that environmental factors significantly influence outcomes.
Pelz's experiments revealed that imperfections in golf balls and greens affected performance. The data indicated that even PGA Tour players make only a fraction of their 10 to 15-foot putts, highlighting that realistic expectations are essential.
Conclusion
Pelz advises golfers to focus on making the correct stroke, ensuring the right face angle at impact, striking the sweet spot, mastering touch and distance control, and enhancing mental aspects. By following these guidelines, as detailed in Putt Like the Pros, golfers can significantly improve their putting game.
Embrace these principles and practice with purpose to elevate your putting skills to a professional level.
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