Skip to content
Golf Guidebook
  • Golf 101
    • Golf Rules
    • Golf Games
    • Golf Fitness
    • Random and Fun
    • Golf Lingo and Terms
    • Golf History + Facts
    • Travel Guides
  • Golf Instruction
    • Beginners Advice
    • Advanced Golf Advice
    • Golf Swing Improvement
    • Troubleshooting Shots
    • Short Game
    • Putting
    • Golf Shot Types
  • Golf Gear
    • Golf Club Guides
    • Golf Club Advice
    • Golf Gear Guides
    • Pro Golfer WITB
    • Golf Gear Reviews
  • Golf Data + Stats
    • Golf Handicap Data
    • Golf Club Distance Charts
    • Golf Ball Compression Charts
    • Golf Swing Speed Charts
  • News
  • About
    • Meet The Team
    • Contact Us
Golf Guidebook
  • Golf 101
    • Golf Rules
    • Golf Games
    • Golf Fitness
    • Random and Fun
    • Golf Lingo and Terms
    • Golf History + Facts
    • Travel Guides
  • Golf Instruction
    • Beginners Advice
    • Advanced Golf Advice
    • Golf Swing Improvement
    • Troubleshooting Shots
    • Short Game
    • Putting
    • Golf Shot Types
  • Golf Gear
    • Golf Club Guides
    • Golf Club Advice
    • Golf Gear Guides
    • Pro Golfer WITB
    • Golf Gear Reviews
  • Golf Data + Stats
    • Golf Handicap Data
    • Golf Club Distance Charts
    • Golf Ball Compression Charts
    • Golf Swing Speed Charts
  • News
  • About
    • Meet The Team
    • Contact Us

Ray DingledineRay Dingledine

Ray has been playing golf for 35+ years, including being part of his High School and College golf teams. While he still enjoys playing in amateur tournaments, Ray now focuses on growing the game of golf through teaching and coaching. He has two sons that both play golf competitively and loves spending time watching them compete. Ray continues to play in local amateur golf events and currently has a +2 handicap.

How Much Are Golf Lessons? And How To Get The Most Out Of Them

March 24, 2026February 8, 2023 by Ray Dingledine

You want to invest in your golf game and you have a goal to improve, but how much are golf lessons and are they worth it? Let’s say you have a few hundred dollars that you want to allocate to golf. Do you buy a new club or get lessons? Which one will help you … Read more

Categories Golf 101 Leave a comment

The 9 Most Important Golf Lessons For Beginners

March 24, 2026February 8, 2023 by Ray Dingledine

Learning the game of golf can be scary. It can feel complicated and no one wants to be laughed at on the first tee because of whiffs or shanks. We can simplify the experience of taking up this great game. Follow our golf lessons for beginners and you will quickly make progress. It is easier … Read more

Categories Beginners Advice Leave a comment

The Natural Golf Swing: Here’s How To Find Your True, Authentic Swing

March 24, 2026February 8, 2023 by Ray Dingledine

There is something magical about the game of golf. The silly pursuit of getting a little white ball into a hole causes golfers to become poets. We love to talk about the beauty of the natural golf swing. How a complex sequence of movements, when done right, can hit amazing shots. The game has inspired … Read more

Categories Swing Improvement Leave a comment

What Golf Ball Should I Use? 5 Options Based On Ability And Conditions

March 23, 2026January 24, 2023 by Ray Dingledine

What golf clubs should I use? Do I need a rangefinder? Does it make sense to pay for a golf lesson? What golf ball should I buy? Golf is both simple and complicated. How can a sport that simply requires you to roll a ball into a hole create so many questions? Finding the best … Read more

Categories Golf 101 Leave a comment

How To Play Better Golf Without Picking Up A Club – 8 Great Tips

March 23, 2026January 13, 2023 by Ray Dingledine

We all want to play better golf, but we can’t always make it to the golf course. Bad weather, family obligations, and work commitments can make it hard to invest in your game. It may be time for you to get creative. Did you know you can learn to play better golf without hitting a … Read more

Categories Beginners Advice Leave a comment

The 7 Most Important Golf Lessons For Kids

March 23, 2026January 11, 2023 by Ray Dingledine

Your child has shown interest in playing golf. It is a great way to spend time together as a family, so it is time to discuss golf lessons for kids. This can be harder than it sounds. You aren’t qualified to provide golf lessons for kids, but paying hundreds of dollars for a professional to … Read more

Categories Golf 101 Leave a comment

College Golf Recruiting: How To Get Attention From College Golf Coaches

March 23, 2026January 9, 2023 by Ray Dingledine

You got your kids started in golf early and now they love the game. They have started to play competitive golf and are interested in playing in college. This sounds awesome, but how does it work? How do college golf coaches find their players? What does my junior golfer need to do in order to … Read more

Categories Golf 101 Leave a comment

How To Putt In Golf: 7 Things The Pros Do Differently

March 23, 2026January 4, 2023 by Ray Dingledine

Did Tiger Woods ever miss a meaningful putt in his prime? Professional golfers make so many putts, while high handicappers seem to 3-putt every hole. This is the biggest difference between a scratch golfer and a player trying to break 100. Is possible to learn how to putt in golf like a pro? Yes, we … Read more

Categories Putting Leave a comment

Do Golf Pros Use Hybrid Clubs & Should You?

March 23, 2026December 16, 2022 by Ray Dingledine

The rules of golf state that you can carry up to 14 golf clubs and the choices you make will impact your scorecard. A hybrid versus a long iron is the most difficult decision when determining your set. PGA tour players can lose money if they make the wrong decision. The natural question – do … Read more

Categories Golf Club Advice Leave a comment

7 Golf Chipping Games That Will Improve Your Short Game

March 24, 2026December 12, 2022 by Ray Dingledine

We get it – practicing golf can be tedious. It is important to work on your short game, but spending hours on the practice green gets boring. Chipping games are the answer. Develop your short game while having fun, competing against friends, and making a friendly wager. The best thing about chipping games is that … Read more

Categories The Short Game Leave a comment
Older posts
Newer posts
← Previous Page1 … Page4 Page5 Page6 … Page15 Next →

1. Golf Ball Compression Chart

2. Average Golf Handicap By Age

3. Best Cheap Golf Sims 2023

4. 70 Funny Golf Sayings

5. Scottie Scheffler WITB

troubleshooting your shots

Golf Guidebook was founded in 2021 and is run by a group of golf fanatics, coaches, and caddies who believe in sharing know-how and their love of the game.

© 2026 Golf Guidebook

+44 (0)1346 517061
Golf Guidebook | Uncle Paulies Ltd,
Main Street, Fraserburgh, UK, AB43 9RT

Links

Meet The Team
Our Newsletter
Affiliate Disclaimer
Terms of Use
Contact Us
Sitemap

Income disclosure: We are reader-supported and earn affiliate commissions when you buy via links found on golfguidebook.com.