Five-time European Tour winner David Howell demonstrates using a simple coin drill a routine that will ensure you’ll never miss a short putt again.
David Howell is renowned for being one of the most consistent putters on Tour. Here is a small drill from him that is sure to get sinking more four foot putts.
THE COIN DRILL
This is a very simple drill and what it helps you do is stay still when you’re putting.
When I see amateurs putting, they’re always very anxious. They want to see the ball get in the hole so they’re always moving up, lifting their head. All of these are extra movements that make it less likely for the ball to go in the hole. It’s very important to stay as still as possible when you’re putting.
Very simply mark your ball with the smallest coin in the bag, for example a five pence piece if you can find one. Once you’ve marked it, leave the marker down and move in to hit the putt. Once you’re over the ball, make sure you focus on that five pence piece – that’s where you should be looking.
Keep your eye fixated on that coin until you hear that beautiful sound of the ball going into the hole.
