The Importance of Eye Dominance in Putting

💡Eye dominance can determine whether you are a lead eye dominant or trail eye dominant golfer in putting.

👁️The classic method of determining eye dominance involves creating a triangle with your hand and closing one eye.

🏌️‍♂️Most right-handed golfers are right eye dominant, while left-handed golfers are typically left eye dominant.

🔎Ball position is influenced by eye dominance, with lead eye dominant golfers having a forward ball position and trail eye dominant golfers having a more backward ball position.

🎯A neutral ball position, slightly forward of center, is often recommended to minimize manipulation and optimize putting performance.

How can I determine my dominant eye?

—One method is to create a triangle with your hand, then close one eye. If the objects within the triangle appear to shift when you close one eye, it indicates that your non-dominant eye is closed.

Do left-handed golfers have different eye dominance patterns?

—Left-handed golfers are more likely to have left eye dominance, but individual variations exist. It's best to test your dominant eye regardless of your hand preference.

Can adjusting ball position improve my putting performance?

—Ball position can have a significant impact on putting performance. Experimenting with different ball positions based on your dominant eye can help optimize your stroke and improve accuracy.

Is eye dominance the sole factor in determining ball position?

—While eye dominance can influence ball position, it is not the only factor. Factors such as setup, body alignment, and stroke mechanics also play a role in finding an optimal ball position.

What is the recommended ball position for most golfers?

—A neutral ball position, slightly forward of center, is often recommended as a starting point for most golfers. It allows for minimal manipulation and promotes more consistent putting performance.

00:00Eye dominance plays a role in putting, whether you are lead eye dominant or trail eye dominant.

03:30Determining your dominant eye can be done by creating a triangle with your hand and closing one eye.

05:30Most right-handed golfers are right eye dominant, while left-handed golfers are typically left eye dominant.

07:00Ball position can be adjusted based on eye dominance, with lead eye dominant golfers placing the ball forward and trail eye dominant golfers placing it slightly back.

09:00A neutral ball position, slightly forward of center, is often recommended to minimize manipulation and optimize putting performance.