How does countback work in golf?

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So, you’ve put in what you think is a competitive score that surely has a chance of winning; you then hear someone has matched it. What then? Who scoops first prize? You may have your own way of deciding who takes the honours when playing with a group of friends—perhaps a game of rock, scissors,… Read more »

Five tips to break 70

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The article below was written by Hannah Holden of National Club Golfer. How to break 70 in golf I met up with PGA Professional Jack Backhouse to take a look at five tips to break 70 in golf… Have a repeatable ball flight Lots of golfers overthink their long game when it comes to shooting… Read more »

What to look for when buying second-hand golf clubs

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We all dip into the second-hand market from time to time. Of course, the chief reason for not buying new is the money it saves. It’s no different with used golf clubs—and various reputable websites specialise in selling second-hand golf gear. However, just like you’d do your research if you were buying a second-hand car,… Read more »

The best golf practice mats on the market

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These days, you don’t have to play 18 holes or head to the range to work on your golf game—you can practice in the comfort of your own home. There are a whole host of different training aids out there—one of the most popular of which are mats; more specifically, practice putting mats. The benefit… Read more »

Five things you missed in the 2023 Rules of Golf update

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The article below was written by Steve Carroll of National Club Golfer. You all went mad for the changes to Stableford penalties, restrictions on standing behind your partner, and what to do if your ball hit an insect on the putting green. But while they were some of the key headlines contained in the new 2023 Rules of Golf,… Read more »

How to keep warm playing golf

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It’s cold on the course, especially early in the morning. However, given the extensive range of winter golf clothing and accessories on the market, there can be no excuses for feeling the cold to the extent that you pack the game in for the winter. In fact, so effective are some of the modern garments,… Read more »