[Yoda]

I am in the State amateur this week here in mississippi and we are playing at a newer course that is very well kept. The greens are targeted to be at 14 on the stimp on thursday. Today they said the greens were 12 on some and 13 on others.

On fast greens, it doesn't take much to get the ball rolling (and keep it rolling!). And being 'dainty' is always dangerous. So, the key to Ball Control is being able to execute Strokes with authority and yet minimize Power.

Clubhead Power is a function of Mass and Velocity (2-M-1/2). To reduce the Effective Mass of the Clubhead, use lighter Lag Pressure (Acceleration Rate) and shorten the Swing Radius (length of the Lever). This last idea is very important: Grip down on the Club (including the Putter)! I can't tell you how many times I see guys playing really delicate shots gripping at the butt-end.

To reduce Clubhead Speed, take shorter Strokes (minimize Acceleration Time) and use only an Arm Power Accumulator -- either the Left Arm (Swinging) or Right (Hitting). Avoid using either of the Hand Power Accumulators. That means absolutely no Wrist Cock or 'Turn and Roll' (independent of Hinge Action).

Good luck!