The Sweet Spot - Golf Podcast The Art and Science of Putting w/ David Orr
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Feb 17, 2025 David Orr, a renowned putting coach who has worked with elite golfers like Justin Rose, shares his insights on the often-overlooked art of putting. He debunks common myths, emphasizing the importance of stroke mechanics and customized instruction through methods like Aimpoint for green reading. Orr advocates intuitive approaches to reading greens and discusses the psychological aspects of putting, including the need for adaptability and practice. He also explores the relationship between putting techniques and personal beliefs, focusing on how they shape performance.
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Aimpoint and Slow Play
- Conventional green reading methods often go uncriticized despite taking considerable time.
- Aimpoint users are sometimes unfairly labeled as slow, even when executing quickly.
Mental Budget and Green Reading
- Overthinking green reading can hinder a natural, athletic putting stroke.
- Quick assumptions based on experience, validated by a system like Aimpoint, can improve speed and performance.
Unsung Coaching Contributions
- David Orr improved a tour player's green reading over several years, but the stats didn't reflect it.
- The new coach benefited from this groundwork, highlighting the long-term nature of skill development.