Meaghan Francella worked hard to become a first-time LPGA winner. Here’s how she did it, and why her keys can help you (Part 3, Conclusion)

(Photography by Leonard Kamsler)

Continued from blog entry – “Get Tour Tough (Part 2)”
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Make More Putts

Pros make their living on putts from inside 10 feet, and to improve Meaghan’s percentage from this range, we didn’t have to go high­ tech: A 2×4 and a piece of string worked just fine. Find a flat six-foot putt, and set the board on its side, parallel to the target line. Then get two metal hooks and stick them into the green along the line of the putt, and extend the string between them. Set the ball an inch or so from the board, under the string. You may have to adjust based on the type of putter you use,
but the idea is to keep the middle of the putter head under the string as you stroke the putt (right). Make a faulty stroke, and your putter will collide with the wood. This drill helps you groove the perfect stroke for these crucial putts.
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Why it works for you
It’s easy to set up, and everyone needs help with putting. As an added bonus, try Meaghan’s unusual putting grip. Set your left hand on the putter first, then wrap your entire right hand around it (below). This helps avoid wrist breakdown during the stroke.
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Francella says:
“My putting grip started as a practice drill, and then I liked it so much I decided to stick with it. I’ve used it for two years now.”

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