Master the foundations of golf. These Golf 101 guides break down core concepts every golfer should understand, from how scoring works and what each club does to the rules of the game and essential course etiquette.
Golfers like to use the term “chamber of commerce” day to describe a day with the perfect weather to be on the golf course. Unfortunately, we aren’t always that lucky. If you love the game, eventually you will have to learn how to play golf in extreme conditions. Weather conditions can affect your equipment and … Read more
A perfect putting stroke won’t help if you don’t know how to read greens. You can’t hit the bullseye if you don’t know where to aim. Want to save more strokes on the greens? Yes, you still need to practice your putting, but you also need to work on understanding the break. Professionals and scratch … Read more
The rules of golf can be tricky. Even experienced PGA tour professionals often call in an official to ensure they don’t make a mistake. We want to help you play the game the right way. Today we are going to focus on how to handle a hazard in golf. The first thing we need to … Read more
Welcome to our ‘parts of a golf club’ guide! The simple definition of golf is that you hit a ball with a stick and try to make it in a hole. This is how the game started in Scotland back in the 15th century. We have come a long way since those days. What were … Read more
Welcome to our guide on the average golf handicap by age! You get to the first tee and meet up with your playing partners. After introductions, the first question will be ‘What handicap are you?’ This is always the start point to getting a match organized. Delving into the dark and murky world of golf … Read more
“I tried to cut the dogleg but ended up in a penalty area.” “I hit a decent drive, but it rolled into the first cut.” Do you ever listen to golfers talk about the golf course layout and feel like they are speaking a different language? The terms used to describe the golf course layout … Read more
A hole in one is quite possibly the most magical thing that can happen on the golf course. One swing and the ball ends up right where it’s supposed to. You will never forget your hole in one. You will always remember the club you hit, the weather conditions, the pin placement, and the other … Read more
How long does 18 holes of golf take? Sounds like a simple question that would have a simple answer . . . but in reality, it isn’t as clear-cut as it could be. There is no hiding the fact that playing a round of golf can take up most of your day. This is the … Read more
Who doesn’t love a good golf trip? A chance to explore a new town or city and play on courses you have only seen on TV or heard about from friends. There is only one problem. Flying with golf clubs can be a real pain. What if they break or what if the airline loses … Read more
Like most sports, golf is a game full of slang and jargon that can be confusing to the uninitiated. Golf terms will not only help the player understand the game, but they will also make it more fun and safer for the player and others. Golf terminology covers everything from the course to the clubs, … Read more
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