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Step 1
Check the slope. The major factor in an uphill putt is the grade of the hill that you're putting on. The steepness of the slope requires that you not only change the force of the put but also change your target. Kneel down to take in the raise and roll of the green so you can line up for an accurate uphill putt.
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Step 2
Take the distance. One thing you need to keep in mind on an uphill putt, just as you would with a level putt, is the distance from the ball to the hole. Pace out the distance by walking one foot in front of the other from the ball to the hole. You can then estimate one inch of backswing on your putter for every foot of distance, as a base. On top of this, factor in the hill by aiming 15 to 17 inches past the hole to account for the slope.
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Step 3
Hit the sweet spot. Unlike a downhill putt, which many pros recommend you hit with the toe of the putter, an uphill putt should be hit with the sweet spot of the putter. This will give the putt enough smooth force to solidly drive the ball on its trajectory to the hole. Give a strong, stable strike to get the ball rolling in the right direction.
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Step 4
Keep your eye on the ball. In many cases, a poorly executed putt will make you want to turn away or shake your head. However, if you want to start sinking putts you need to watch exactly how the ball rolls so you can correct the swing for the next attempt. Watch the ball from start to finish and don't take your eyes off of it even if its starts to roll back downhill.
