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Short Game

Green Reading Basics

Read slope, speed, and break before you putt.

Quick Guide

CategoryShort Game
Read time7 minutes
Level2 out of 5
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Instructional visual for Green Reading Basics

Find the low side

What to remember

Walk around the putt and look for where water would flow. That helps you see slope.

Speed changes break

What to remember

A slow putt breaks more. A firm putt breaks less. Decide speed before line.

Use a small target

What to remember

Pick a spot on your start line. Then roll the ball over that spot.

Key Points Table

Simple checkpoints

First checkSlope
Second checkSpeed
Final checkStart line

Learning Focus Chart

How much attention to give

Understand90%
Practice80%
Use on course65%

Practice Plan for This Topic

A 30-minute session

5 min

Warm up with slow swings or putts.

10 min

Work on the main skill from this guide.

10 min

Add a target, score, or small challenge.

5 min

Write down one lesson for next time.

Guided Drill

Three-ball checkpoint

  1. Hit or roll three balls with one clear target.
  2. Pause after each ball and name what happened.
  3. Repeat only when you know the next small adjustment.

Common Mistakes

Avoid these first

  • Trying to fix too many things in one session.
  • Using your best shot as your normal distance.
  • Skipping notes after practice or a round.

Singapore Practice Note

Keep it realistic

In Singapore heat, bring water, plan shade breaks, and keep practice goals short. A focused 30 minutes often beats a tired 90 minutes.

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