Anytime a pro golfer is going to compete on a new course, you’d better believe they go out there early and get to know the lay of the land. You may not need or want to do the same level of scouting — going to a course several times in the days leading up to your tee-time and walking the whole thing with your coach, and your finger out testing the wind. But it’s pretty rare to play your best shooting blind on a new-to-you course. [Read more…]
Should You Always Keep Score When You Play?
Whether or not to keep score is one of the game’s longest-running debates and one that seems to never have a right or wrong answer. [Read more…]
What Does The 90-Degree Rule Actually Mean?
If you see a sign that reads “90-degree rule in effect today,” or something similar, the meaning is really not as ominous as it may seem. All this sign, or the helpful attendant at the pro shop, means is please keep your golf cart on the path, except for a right angle turn across the fairway directly toward your ball and back. This also includes driving between each member of your group’s ball as it lies. Rather than drive directly between balls, it’s asked that you drive straight back to the path and repeat the process each time. [Read more…]
How To Tend To The Golf Flag
The world of golf certainly has its share of rules and etiquette. If you play much at all, you already know that. But you should also know that, unless you are taking part in tournament play, there can be lots of wiggle room regarding some of the stricter procedures. [Read more…]