You have probably heard that illegal golf ball markings are illegal, but are they really? Here’s an explanation of the laws surrounding this issue, as well as the possible penalties for doing it. There are many different kinds of golf ball markings, so let’s examine each one to find the right one for you. Read … Read more
If you want to improve your putting, you’ll have to practice a lot more short putts. The PGA Tour players spend a ton of time on the putting green. You should aim for making at least twenty 3′ putts in a row, or 50 4′ putts. One trick for making putts that are too short … Read more
The golf term ‘Birdie’ is one stroke below par on any hole. Mid-handicappers may rarely shoot a birdie, but they should be aware of what this term means. It is not as difficult as an eagle or double eagle. Listed below are some tips for making birdies on your next round. The golf term ‘Birdie’ … Read more
For those of you who aren’t a member of a club, you may be wondering how to get a golf handicap. You may be interested in the World Handicap System, USHandicap, or the GHIN. These are all online sources that will give you a rough idea of your handicap. However, you might want to stick … Read more
You’ve probably seen it in movies or heard Phil Harison or Tiger Woods utter the dreaded phrase. If you’ve watched any Masters television coverage, you’ve probably noticed how they always introduce the next player with “fore please!” Is it a tradition or a quaint little expression? Here are some examples of “fore please” uttered by … Read more