Bounces (Putting)

• Definition
  • The number of Bounces on the ground during the skid phase.
  • That is, how many times the ball bounces until it starts to roll.
• The Use of Bounces
  • Bounces is useful when improving and increasing the consistency and accuracy of the roll of a putt.
  • Generally, players want the ball to roll as much as possible (high Roll %), when putting, to increase consistency and speed control.
  • Fewer Bounces during the skid phase would indicate that the ball rolls sooner, which generally leads to more consistent putts and speed control.