Michael Moynihan, who teaches at the United States Golf School at the International Golf Club near Myrtle Beach, SC, has found that students “really love” the training aid used in the short game sessions of the three-day and five-day schools.
“Most of them tend to take too long backswings, which can create path problems and cause them to deaccelerate the putter,” Moynihan explained. “The backstop on the back of the Putting Stick serves as a reminder to shorten the backswing. I then urge them to make a longer follow through.
“Using the Putting Stick with this type of stroke also helps them keep their putter blades squarer at impact. Otherwise, the ball will roll off, going to the right if the face is open or to the left if closed.”
Moynihan also preaches the importance of students having their eyes directly over the target line. “This helps them to aim correctly,” he added. Moynihan prefers the original model, with the mirror attached, while others like the pro model with the mirror embedded into the other end where there is an indention to place the ball.
Further proof of how much Moynihan, who played the Ben Hogan and Nike Tour, likes the Putting Stick. “I use it myself. You can’t find a better putting aid.”
About the Putting Stick
The Putting Stick, manufactured and distributed by TPK Golf of Waconia, MN, is 46 inches long, coming with a leveling bubble to ensure that the surface is flat. There is an adjustable bar on the back end that helps golfers take the proper length of backswing. The stick can easily be connected to a base with a mirror attached, which allows golfers to ensure that their eyes are aligned correctly. If the putter face is not square at impact, the ball will roll off the stick before reaching the end. Balls going off to the right will indicate an open face and balls going off to the left a closed face. It can be used indoors or on the putting green. A new pro version model features a mirror built into the training aid, making it even more portable. In addition, the far end of the stick is now beveled to allow a more consistent roll as the ball leaves the training aid and the leveler can now also designate up and down along with side to side.
About TPK Golf
TPK offers quality leather products made in the United States for golfers. Owner Vlad Gribovsky is also the agent for artist Bud Chapman and the Infamous 18 Holes of Golf and the patent holder of the Putting Stick. For more information, call 800-433-4653 or visit www.tpkgolf.com
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