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.
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
The golf swing is a bit of a paradox – it is both quite simple and very complex. You take the club back and try to return it to the original position to strike a little white ball that is not moving and sitting on a tee. Should be easy, right? There is so much … Read more
There is not a lot more satisfying than playing a great round of golf, but there are many things that need to come together collectively for that to happen. Choking and whiffing – missing altogether – the golf ball is instantly frustrating and can lead to your game beginning to unravel. Many beginner and intermediate … Read more
You don’t want to be “that guy”. The person no one wants to play with because of poor golf etiquette or attitude. Golf etiquette can be tricky. Do you ever run into a situation on the course, and you aren’t sure how to act or what to do? We spent some time thinking about this … Read more
Golf is an awesome way to spend an afternoon. Get some exercise, take in some fresh air, and spend time with new and old friends. How many other games can you play from the age of 5 to 105? But golf can be intimidating at first. Special equipment is required, there are dress codes, and … Read more
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