According to the USGA, the word ‘fore’ originated in Scotland and is an abbreviated version of ‘before’ or ‘afore’. But ‘why do golfers shout fore?’ you might ask. The USGA website goes on to state: “The old Scottish warning, essentially meaning ‘look out ahead’ most probably originated in military circles, where it was used by… Read more »

The article below was written by Matt Chivers of National Club Golfer. Rory McIlroy’s live reaction to the news of the PGA Tour’s merger with the Public Investment Fund was caught by the Netflix Full Swing cameras. “F*** it, do what you want to do” were the words of Rory McIlroy after discovering the PGA Tour’s agreement… Read more »

All of us should probably play more golf in winter. It’s far too easy to over-eat and under-exercise during the winter months, but you’ll certainly reap the benefits if you make yourself play more. We say this year after year, but it rarely happens—however, be sure to make this winter your busiest golfing one yet…. Read more »

The article below was written by Steve Carroll of National Club Golfer. Green fees are on the rise again. But how much would you shell out to play 18-holes at an iconic venue? It’s starting to become an annual tradition at the Home of Golf. Green fee prices for the Old Course at St Andrews… Read more »

The article below was written by Matt Chivers of National Club Golfer. Sean Foley believes the PGA Tour owes Tiger Woods “everything.” The 15-time major champion’s former coach says Woods’ career has had a larger influence on current prize money than the tour’s own “business development aspects.” Foley worked with Woods from 2010 to 2014 after successful… Read more »

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 »