Golf Superstitions: Lucky Balls, Markers and Rituals
Golf is a game of small margins and long pauses, so it's no surprise that many golfers have superstitions and rituals. Some are shared across clubs; others are deeply personal. They're mostly…
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The History of Golf Handicaps: From Odds to WHS
The handicap system is one of golf's great strengths: it lets golfers of different abilities compete fairly. But it took well over a century to reach today's unified World Handicap System. Here's how…
The History of Golf on Television
Television transformed golf. It brought tournaments into living rooms, created household names, boosted prize money and inspired millions to take up the game. Coverage has evolved from a few fixed…
The History of the Golf Cart: From Novelty to Standard Equipment
Golf carts are now a familiar sight, especially in the USA and at resorts worldwide. But for most of golf's history, players walked. The cart's story is one of convenience, accessibility and changing…
The History of the Golf Tee: From Sand Piles to Wooden Pegs
The humble wooden tee is so familiar that it's hard to imagine golf without it. Yet for much of golf's history, players teed the ball on small piles of sand. The story of the tee shows how small…
The History of Caddies: From Club Carriers to Tour Professionals
Caddies have been part of golf for centuries. From local lads carrying clubs under their arms on Scottish links to today's professional caddies who read greens and calculate yardages for tour…
Golf Cultures Around the World: How Golf Differs by Country
Golf is played the same way everywhere under one set of rules, but the culture around it varies enormously. In Scotland, golfers walk briskly and play foursomes; in the USA, carts and beverage carts…
Golf-Themed Parties: Ideas for Birthdays, Retirements and Events
For golf lovers, a golf-themed party is a natural choice for a birthday, retirement or club celebration. Whether you book a golf entertainment venue or transform a garden into a mini course, a few…
Why Is Golf So Hard? And How to Make It Easier
Golf looks simple: hit a stationary ball towards a hole. Yet it's one of the hardest sports to master. Even the best players miss shots every round. Understanding why golf is hard helps you set…
How to Rent Golf Clubs: At Home, on Holiday and for Beginners
Renting golf clubs is a great option for beginners trying the game, travellers who don't want to fly with clubs and golfers whose clubs are delayed. Quality varies, though, so it helps to know where…
Your First Golf Lesson: What to Expect and How to Prepare
Booking a first golf lesson is one of the best decisions a new golfer can make. A good coach builds solid foundations from the start, saving years of frustration. If you're nervous, don't be: coaches…
Golf for Athletes from Other Sports: What Transfers
Athletes from other sports often take to golf quickly. They have coordination, rotation and competitive instincts. But some habits from other sports work against the golf swing, and golf's static…