First time this concept has really hit home, excellent video....looking forward to trying it out. On a side note; the way you told the lad not to bullshit you and when you had your arm around him.... it showed how great a teacher you are and a lot of love. Good man
Thank you for your videos! I have subbed. This lesson was one of my favorites and gave me direction in better green reading. I would look at the general green complex and tried to see how water would flow, but your lesson brings in a sharper image for me to focus on and will let me focus on speed of the putt. In the past when I had someone else read my putts I was always a better putter. I will admit I would have marked the put just like your student more times than not and I thought it was part of my astigmatism in my eyes. Jeff
Holy smokes, using this on my next round! I practice starting line drills a lot on my mat at home and feel very confident with my ability to hit my starting line. However reading greens costs me many 3 putts that I could have 1 putt for pars and birdies most of the time if I got the read right. Speed control is hit and miss also, but changes so much from course to course it seems that it's hard to dial in. But the idea of finding the 6'olcock spot is so simple, been needing this tip!
Great exercise! I've never heard of this concept, which is a reason why I need to work on putting. I'm shooting in the mid to low 80's and have only broken into the high 70's 2 times. I think learning some great putting skills like this will for sure help me with consistently hitting in the high 70's ;)
My friend taught me this years ago but added something that helps to judge speed - when you find the fall line, pick a spot past the hole based on the gradient of the Slope that you think you need to aim for in order to drop into the hole dead weight. This spot then becomes your aiming point for any putt around that hole, with the intention to stop it on that spot. Works fantastically for me!
REALLY interesting lesson...I've always struggled with reading greens and this has simplified it a little I'm going to the World Of Golf now to apply this technique...Will give you feedback later this evening(CAT)...Much love from SOUTH AFRICA✌🏿 and your new Fan...just subscribed.
Glad to hear this simplified it a bit for you. Definitely let us know how you make out and if you have any questions.. And thanks so much for subscribing!
Learned a lot from this video about reading greens. That was my one glaring shortcoming as reading the line used to be more gut instinct with little or no confidence. Now I feel like a Jedi who has the Force with him! Also watch some videos by Geoff Mangum. Thanks Eric!
Thank you for this video! I'm a lot like this kid where my putting stroke is pretty good, but my green and speed read is terrible. When I miss I putt the ball right where I wanted it the majority of the time, just poor read. I'm excited to implement this technique.
Another great video Eric. “Don’t lie.....” said every coach to any athlete with glossy eyes agreeing to agree. Will you move on if I say yes. It takes a special teacher to cut through the bullshit and get to meat. That student will have a lifetime of better putts because of that day. Now can you do another video showing what you told him about how much it will break exactly 😁
Good lesson. Now add reading grain and speed of the greens. Most putts are missed under the hole, so add a lot more break to down hill putts, and a little more to uphill ones. Find out how much on the practice green before your round, and on the first two holes that you play.
That's exactly how I look at it also. However there are some really complex greens out there that can really throw me off. Just attempting to 2 putt can be a challenge. 😃
Wow this was interesting. I've never realized some people just don't see the slopes. That first read was even visible on camera. Once you get this kid straightened out on his reads he'll be draining them from everywhere!
First time this concept has really hit home, excellent video....looking forward to trying it out. On a side note; the way you told the lad not to bullshit you and when you had your arm around him.... it showed how great a teacher you are and a lot of love. Good man
:) Appreciate that Rob! Hope this one serves you well!
That was the best green reading video I've seen! You got a new subscriber.
Appreciate ya!
honestly love his teaching style.. no bs
Thanks man!
I echo other comments. That was the most informative video on reading greens I have watched. A new subscriber.
Appreciate it, Steve!
Best green reading video I have seen out there. I like hiw you used the low side ball as where the ball will break towards.
Thanks! Check out Aimpoint
This is so simple I can’t believe I never heard of this before. Thank you!
Thank you Sir, most descriptive green teaching I ever heard. I am below average in green reading, can't wait to try it out
Hope it helps, Michael!
Thank you for your videos! I have subbed. This lesson was one of my favorites and gave me direction in better green reading. I would look at the general green complex and tried to see how water would flow, but your lesson brings in a sharper image for me to focus on and will let me focus on speed of the putt. In the past when I had someone else read my putts I was always a better putter. I will admit I would have marked the put just like your student more times than not and I thought it was part of my astigmatism in my eyes. Jeff
Thanks for the kind words-happy to help!
This was a fantastic tip. I’m bad at reading greens and this could give me a great baseline. Awesome upload!
Hope it helps my friend!
Holy smokes, using this on my next round! I practice starting line drills a lot on my mat at home and feel very confident with my ability to hit my starting line. However reading greens costs me many 3 putts that I could have 1 putt for pars and birdies most of the time if I got the read right. Speed control is hit and miss also, but changes so much from course to course it seems that it's hard to dial in. But the idea of finding the 6'olcock spot is so simple, been needing this tip!
Hope this one serves you well!
Eric - that kid will remember you for the rest of his life - great job!
Thanks, Tom! And I will him as well. Great kid and great family! Good people.
Great exercise! I've never heard of this concept, which is a reason why I need to work on putting. I'm shooting in the mid to low 80's and have only broken into the high 70's 2 times. I think learning some great putting skills like this will for sure help me with consistently hitting in the high 70's ;)
Good luck!
That's what we all think
My friend taught me this years ago but added something that helps to judge speed - when you find the fall line, pick a spot past the hole based on the gradient of the Slope that you think you need to aim for in order to drop into the hole dead weight. This spot then becomes your aiming point for any putt around that hole, with the intention to stop it on that spot. Works fantastically for me!
Love it!
Watched this video, practiced on the green twice prior to a round. Zero three putts for the first time ever. So simple!!
Love it Mike!
This concept is great! I'll be sure to use it especially on a tricky putt!
Hope it helps, Janlynn!
REALLY interesting lesson...I've always struggled with reading greens and this has simplified it a little I'm going to the World Of Golf now to apply this technique...Will give you feedback later this evening(CAT)...Much love from SOUTH AFRICA✌🏿 and your new Fan...just subscribed.
Glad to hear this simplified it a bit for you. Definitely let us know how you make out and if you have any questions.. And thanks so much for subscribing!
After 50 years of playing golf, I've narrowed putting down to three simple aspects:
1. Speed
2. Slope
3. Nerves (or guts)
Experience helps, too.
Love it!
Thanks for doing this Eric. Made things a lot simpler and clearer.
My pleasure, Gary! Happy to help!
my left ear enjoyed this
Better than no ears :)
I saw the comment first and thought "what's he on about?".... then I watched the video 🤣👍
Great video. I hope you make more green-reading videos!!
Me too my friend :)
Here are 2 we did recently on green reading
ua-cam.com/video/2A8VD_xSS2M/v-deo.html
ua-cam.com/video/nZkCK79xoLY/v-deo.html
Learned a lot from this video about reading greens. That was my one glaring shortcoming as reading the line used to be more gut instinct with little or no confidence. Now I feel like a Jedi who has the Force with him! Also watch some videos by Geoff Mangum. Thanks Eric!
Lol love it-glad to hear that!!
Now that was a golf lesson...wow.
:)
So simple but so effective 👍🏻👌🏻
:)
Eric Cogorno Golf after watching a few more of your vids I’ve hit the sub button! Easy to follow and well explained cheers from the uk buddy
Appreciate it, Dwayne!
Thank you for finally explaining this....
My pleasure, Joe!
Good job pro!
thanks, Elie!
Break toward six. I like it.
ME too--simple!!
I like the idea, go around and read the overall green, not just the putting path. Once you understand it, you may be able to make better judgement.
Absolutely!
This guy needs more subs!
Thank you for this video! I'm a lot like this kid where my putting stroke is pretty good, but my green and speed read is terrible. When I miss I putt the ball right where I wanted it the majority of the time, just poor read. I'm excited to implement this technique.
Give it a try. Also check out aimpoint if you havent already it can really help if you're willing to spend some time learning.
Seems like a good kid! Nice job coach!
Great kid! Thanks Jerome!
great vlog again Eric 👍👍
Thank you :)
Never knew that.. Amazing thx 👍
You got it Graham!
Wow awesome video!
Thanks, Bret!
Excellent, I will use this today. Thanks
Hope it helps!
Great lesson. Simple explanation.
Thanks!
Great advice - thanks.
My pleasure my friend!
Eric what kind of grass are you putting on here?
Hey!
We have poa annua at BGC
Another great video Eric. “Don’t lie.....” said every coach to any athlete with glossy eyes agreeing to agree. Will you move on if I say yes. It takes a special teacher to cut through the bullshit and get to meat. That student will have a lifetime of better putts because of that day. Now can you do another video showing what you told him about how much it will break exactly 😁
:)
Good lesson. Now add reading grain and speed of the greens. Most putts are missed under the hole, so add a lot more break to down hill putts, and a little more to uphill ones. Find out how much on the practice green before your round, and on the first two holes that you play.
Love it!
Thanks.
Very helpful, as usual. Thanks
MY pleasure
That's exactly how I look at it also. However there are some really complex greens out there that can really throw me off. Just attempting to 2 putt can be a challenge. 😃
"Don't you lie to me" :) funny
:)
Great coach move. Being clear about being honest allows Coach to ensure that the kid is learning, not just "bypassing" the lesson.
I need to look at putts from the low side.
Yes that can really help!
May need to try this on those putts inside 20 feet. Thanks
My pleasure!
Great Baseline!
I really struggle with speed, like if it’s fast or slow
Hi Andrew! Check out this putting video:
ua-cam.com/video/p0KqPla6Uxg/v-deo.html
Hope this one helps!
Wow this was interesting. I've never realized some people just don't see the slopes. That first read was even visible on camera. Once you get this kid straightened out on his reads he'll be draining them from everywhere!
Yessir!
Is this actually true though? Like when you say "always", is it _always_ ?
Its close enough :)
Very basic. How does one read the hidden undulations?
That would need to be a different more in depth video---was going for the simple stuff here to start
Audio recorded on mono? can't hear on left side
May have been...sorry about that, I'm sure we will do newer videos on this topic in the future
Excellent common sense approach to reading putts.
Thanks!
This kid gargling Pop Rocks
The kid has phenomenal rhythm, tempo and technique. ,. Just has trouble reading greens and lacks confidence because of it.
Yep! He's going to be a good player! Great kid!
lol .. the kid needs a voice coach .. or he was singing AC DC all night long
He has some health issues which lead to that sound
That kid sounds like batman
He has some health issues that cause that
Amazing simple tip and explanation.
Thank you!