I want to answer a question I came across on a forum. The question asked was, how do I practice golf without hitting golf balls? Plenty of people have answered this question already, but the responses suck. I’ve seen replies saying that it’s impossible to practice golf effectively without golf balls. But that’s not true […]
How to Set SMART and Achievable Golf Goals for 2021
Setting achievable golf goals is key if you want to become a better golfer. Goals give you a target to aim for. When you have a target to aim for, you can work backward to figure out all the steps you need to take to hit it. This is a deliberate, systematic approach to improving […]
11 Popular Golf Gambling Games to Play in 2021
Why would you want to play a golf gambling game? Golf is hard enough. Why add more pressure by betting on the golf course? Well, everyone is different. I don’t need to gamble on golf to make it interesting. I find the challenges on the golf course interesting enough. But I’m not opposed to a […]
What to Wear to the Golf Course
If you’re headed out to the golf course for the first time, you’re probably concerned with having a good swing, having the right golf gear, or not looking like a total doofus your first time out. But there’s one other thing you need to worry about. In fact, this is arguably the most important because, […]
Guide to Proper Golf Course Etiquette
Golf is scary for many beginners. There is tons to learn such as how to swing the club, manage the course, putting lingo, dress code and yes, even golf course etiquette. Some people are sticklers for etiquette and tradition, so it makes sense to learn proper golf etiquette before you play your first round. Or […]
How to Play Golf with Strangers
Early in 2020, when the COVID-19 pandemic hit, was when I played my first course – a par-3, Pinecrest, in Vancouver, WA. After playing there a few times, I decided to branch out. I setup a tee at Colwood Golf Center, a par-3 golf course in Portland, Oregon. I went there expecting that it’d be […]