Amateur golfers should putt more boldly than pros. In fact, I think you should never lag a putt – you should try to sink every putt you face. For several reasons.
While you might not believe it after watching your tee shot clank off a sprinkler head and bounce out-of-bounds, the Rules of Golf often can be your friend.
There are certain shots you must have if you’re going to play well there, but once you’ve mastered them, you’ve always got a chance at the green jacket.