In this seventh episode of the Malaska Golf Player Lesson, Mike Malaska joins Jeff Coburn and Jeff Krull on the green for a focused session on putting accuracy, speed control, and reading greens with confidence.

Mike begins by breaking down a simple, repeatable process that every golfer can use: aim the line, roll the line, and control the distance. He explains that once you’ve chosen your starting line, your only goal is to roll the ball end-over-end along that line at the correct speed. Whether the ball drops or just misses, what matters is how well you executed the process.

He demonstrates how to use the alignment line on the golf ball to visualize the roll and to ensure that both aim and face alignment match your intended start direction. As the Jeffs practice, Mike highlights that putting isn’t about making every putt—it’s about training awareness of line and speed so the ball consistently finishes near the hole.
Throughout the lesson, Mike discusses one of the most common tendencies among amateur golfers: missing putts on the low side. He emphasizes that better putters—and tour players—tend to miss on the high side because it keeps the ball on the high edge of the hole longer, increasing the chances of it dropping. He encourages players to “give it enough break” and never be afraid of playing a little extra curve.

Mike also walks both players through the process of adjusting after each stroke. If you hit a putt too long or short, make a practice stroke immediately afterward to correct the feel. This builds instant feedback and helps recalibrate your speed for the next green. Golfers who build this habit develop exceptional distance control over time.

By the end of the session, both players see a dramatic improvement in their ability to roll the ball online and manage distance. Mike reinforces that putting success isn’t about luck—it’s about learning to evaluate every putt, trust your line, and make adjustments with awareness and intention.

This episode captures the essence of the Malaska Golf philosophy: don’t just hit putts—learn from them. When you focus on feedback and awareness, confidence naturally follows.

Key Takeaways
Aim the Line: Use the alignment line on the ball to define your start path.
Roll the Line: Focus on rolling the ball end-over-end for consistent speed.
Speed Over Make: Master distance control before worrying about direction.
Miss High, Not Low: Tour players give more break to increase make percentage.
Learn From Every Putt: Evaluate, adjust, and improve one stroke at a time.