Golf Ball Review: Wilson 50 and Wilson Duo

June 9, 2016June 11, 2016 / The Grateful Golfer / 9 Comments

Wilson 50 and Wilso Duo

The Wilson 50 and Wilson Duo were recommended to me by several sources as great balls to play. Over the winter, I presented an infographic on Which Golf Ball is Best for You and this information sparked an interesting conversation about golf balls. The brand of Wilson 50 and Duo were repeatedly mentioned and I decided that I would try these balls and provide a product review.

I had to think of a fair process and ensure my bias for my current golf ball did not influence the results. So, I developed my own methodology for testing these golf balls. The conclusions are mine alone and I am not affiliated with Wilson at this time (one never knows what the future brings). I ran both golf balls through a battery of tests to see if these balls would fit well into my game.
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What is Your Favorite Golf Quote

May 27, 2016May 27, 2016 / The Grateful Golfer / 14 Comments

Golf is an awesome game. There are so many fantastic quotes out there that it is difficult to narrow my selection down.

I have decided to dedicate a page on my blog just to everyone’s favorite golf quote. So, I want to hear from you!
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Wildfire Golf Club

May 19, 2016May 17, 2016 / The Grateful Golfer / 3 Comments

Today, I am playing Wildfire Golf Club! It is another awesome course in the area and through the generosity of a friend, I am hitting these outstanding links.

I played Wildfire once before and I am looking forward seeing if I can break 80 this time! I will be reporting on this awesome course in the near future, so as you read this article, I am either on my way or on the course reveling in its beauty. Continue reading →

Infographic: Golf Terms for Beginners

May 1, 2016May 23, 2016 / The Grateful Golfer / 4 Comments

When first starting golfing, most beginners and juniors are overwhelmed by the vast quantity of golf terms. Many terms focus on specific areas of play while others are adopted sayings that morphed over time through misuse or lack of understanding.

It is important for beginners, especially juniors, to build a strong base of knowledge and to develop strong fundamental habits right from the start. Proper use of golf terms is the first place to start. Therefore, The Grateful Golfer is starting a new series of info graphics focused on expanding the knowledge of beginners and in some cases, seasoned players.
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