The '8-4-4' drill is a specialized technique aimed at enhancing speed control and reducing the occurrence of three-putts by training golfers on tempo and stroke length.

Three-putting is a common frustration for golfers, often stemming from inadequate speed control on the greens.

The primary objective of the drill is for each putt to roll approximately 10 feet; putts that exceed this distance suggest a too-short backstroke, while shorter putts indicate an overly long backstroke.

To execute the '8-4-4' drill effectively, golfers should find a flat area on the putting green that accommodates putts of up to 30 feet.

To begin, golfers should place a tee eight inches behind the ball and practice hitting 10 putts, ensuring that their backstroke reaches the tee and corresponds with the length of their forward stroke.

Once golfers are comfortable with their backstroke length, they should focus on improving their tempo by using a metronome app set between 76 and 84 beats per minute.

During the drill, golfers should synchronize their stroke tempo with the metronome, starting on the first beat, reaching back on the second, and striking the ball on the third.

The '4s' in the drill's name indicates that for every additional 10 feet of distance, the stroke length should increase by four inches, allowing golfers to adapt their strokes accordingly.

Consistent practice of this technique will help golfers establish a baseline for speed control, which can lead to a significant reduction in the frequency of three-putts.

GOLF Top 100 Teacher Joey Wuertemberger highlights that minimizing three-putting requires a dedicated focus on speed control during practice.