SA Golf Trader - May/June 2014

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TUITION & INSTRUCTION

Golf Assessment Program for any player aspiring to progress up a level in the game.

By Paul Cuningham, PGA Qualified Teaching Professional at Eagle Canyon

Rediscovering the short stick! As of January 1st, 2016, Rule 14-1b bans the anchoring of long putters and belly putters against the body. Rule 14-1b Anchoring the Club In making a stroke, the player must not anchor the club, either “directly” or by use of an “anchor point.” Note 1: The club is anchored “directly” when the player intentionally holds the club or a gripping hand in contact with any part of his body, except that the player may hold the club or a gripping hand against a hand or forearm. Note 2: An “anchor point” exists when the player intentionally holds a forearm in contact with any part of his body to establish a gripping hand as a stable point around which the other hand may swing the club. 1 - Eye-line over the ball: With the correct putter fitment you can achieve your ideal set-up over the ball. It's important to have a clear view down your target-line & to watch your strike. 2 - Hands under the shoulder-line: This is your pendulum point, not the putter head! Whatever you attach to your hands will move in unison with them as long as they are stable.

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