A Simple Guide to the Perfect Putter Grip

Karen Palacios Jansen shows why the putter grip is unique. Learn the proper hand placement and the popular reverse overlap grip to minimize wrist action and improve your consistency on the green.

Your Action Plan

What: Your goal is to learn how to properly grip the putter to minimize wrist action and keep the putter face square through impact.

Why: Unlike a full swing, putting requires minimal wrist action to maintain a square putter face. A proper grip helps you achieve a consistent, repeatable stroke.

How:

  • Start with Your Lead Hand: Place your lead hand more in the palm of your hand with your thumb straight down the flat top of the grip.
  • Add Your Other Hand: Approach the grip with your other hand, keeping the palm square to your target line, and wrap your fingers around.
  • Use the Reverse Overlap: Take the index finger of your lead hand and place it over the fingers of your other hand.

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