Matt Stotler Golf Academy
Albatross Golf Performance Studio
Miamisburg, OH
Matt@pga.com
937-974-3128
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Importance of Putter Loft
Too Much Putter Loft
Contact below the equator of the ball
More backspin
Higher Launch angle
Inconsistent roll out distance
Ball strays from intended line
Roll of the ball during putt
|------------Bounce / Backspin / Skid-------------|---Forward Roll---|
Too Little Putter Loft
Ball Struck into ground
Excessive skid and bouncing
Inconsistent roll out distance
Ball strays from intended line
Roll of the ball during the putt
|--------------Bounce / Skid--------------|---------Forward Roll---------|
Proper Loft
Contact above the equator of the ball
True roll established quickly
More consistent rollout
Ball maintains intended line
Roll of the ball during the putt
|-----Skid-----|------------------------Forward Roll------------------------|
5 Step process to hitting a golf shot, short game or full swing
1st SURVEY the type of shot
2nd VISUALIZE how you are going to make the shot
3rd REHEARSE making the shot
4th EXECUTE the shot
5th EVALUATE your performance
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Matt Stotler Golf Academy
Clear Creek @ The Practice Center
Franklin, OH
Matt@pga.com
937-974-3128
The Matt Stotler Golf Academy has a tradition of offering the finest instruction that dates back more than a decade. Golf instruction has developed into many components including: PGA instruction, club performance upgrades, state of the art video analysis, launch monitor systems, pressure mapping technology, fitness & stretching, and course management strategy. Our curriculum was designed to enhance every aspect of the game from putting, pitching, chipping, and full swing. You'll work one-on-one to identify your strengths and weaknesses and improve your skill level. From proven teaching methods to video swing analysis, each student will have a clear picture towards the path of improvement.
Owner / Director of Instruction, Class A Member of the PGA
Specializes in: Junior golfers, beginners, and advanced players
Matt has over twenty years of teaching and fitting experience, a graduate of the PGA PGM program, and a PGA member since 2005. Matt left the ranks of being a club professional in 2010 to follow his passion for teaching and fitting. That same year he started the Matt Stotler Golf Academy. Matt was an OHSAA D1 Head Golf Coach for 16 years and had several of his students further their athletic career playing collegiate golf.
Matt uses the latest in video technology that allows his student to better understand and feel the correct movements needed. This two-four camera video system consists of Trackman and V1 sports BodiTrak. Students will be taught one of golf's most important lessons, how to properly practice. Additionally, his skills as an accomplished player will help all levels of students understand the process of improvement.
Email: Matt@PGA.com
Chip, Pitch and Lob
Chip
Low Trajectory
Ball back in stance
Shaft leans forward
Weight 80% on lead foot
Putting motion-- minimal wrist action
Change club for carry distance and rollout
Pitch
Mid Trajectory
Ball middle of stance
Slight forward shaft lean
Weight 60% on lead foot
Wrist hinge and sleight body turn
Lob
High Trajectory
Ball forward in stance
Shaft vertical
Weight 50 / 50 between both feet
Club face slightly open
Full wrist hinge
Open stance