Few sports offer more jargon and slang than golf. From ‘the unmentionables’ and ‘chilli dip’ to simpler terms such as Stableford, tee, birdie and bogey, the vocabulary of golf is a lengthy list. Here’s another: shotgun start. What is a shotgun start in golf—and do you need to shout ‘fore!’ even louder than usual when… Read more »
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Why do golf balls have dimples?
Have you ever wondered why golf balls have dimples instead of a smooth surface? We don’t blame you—even experienced golfers question this after years of overlooking it. Dimples are to golf balls what aglets are to shoelaces. You don’t give them much thought until someone points them out, and then you can’t rest until you know their… Read more »
The 10 best golf YouTube channels
How do you get your additional golf fix when you’re not playing? Magazines, books, live action on the television… all of the above, perhaps? For those who just can’t get enough of the game, YouTube is a bottomless pit of highlights, equipment reviews, interviews and playing tips. However, where are the best places to go?… Read more »
How is a golf course set up for a big championship?
The article below was written by Steve Carroll of National Club Golfer. Alwoodley: 6am. The first players haven’t even teed off in the second round of the English Senior Men’s Amateur Championship but Toby Thorne is already looking ahead. England Golf’s deputy championship director is plotting round the venerable layout performing a vital part of… Read more »
How to become a golf caddie
If you’re nuts about golf, the life of a Tour caddie might well look seriously appealing. You’re inside the ropes at the big tournaments, working cheek by jowl with a tour player, travelling the world (usually following the sun), and, if you’re especially lucky, earning a very tidy sum. The story that Steve Williams was… Read more »
How to become a golf pro (step-by-step guide)
If you’re already a skilled golfer, we can’t say we blame you for researching how to become a golf pro. There’s no better time to join the industry, with the number of golfers in the UK booming since the pandemic and the 2023 golf rule changes demonstrating how much the game is evolving to include players of all backgrounds…. Read more »