The USGA and R&A have finally made a decision on video call ins from fans. After the a crazy year of armchair referees calling in to challenge and effectively award unrealistic penalty strokes on professional golfers, the governing bodies of golf have made a decision. Unfortunately, their direction is weak and does not address the root of the problem! Continue reading
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LPGA – What Were You Thinking!
I know it is Masters week and most of us are focused on the exciting golf starting in a couple of days, but I cannot stay quiet! The LPGA decided graciously award Lexi Thompson a 4 stroke penalty in the final round on the 12th hole of the ANA Inspiration golf tournament. Continue reading
Golf Infographic: Nearest Point of Relief
One of my more popular posts explains the concept of Nearest Point of Relief. It is an important stroke saver that many players do not quite understand. Therefore, in addition to my previous post, here is an infographic that I think will help.
If you have ever played a round of golf, understanding the concept of the nearest point of relief is important!
I am a grateful golfer! See you on the links!
Rules of Golf Simplified
The new rules of golf are out for your reading pleasure. They cover all the important points that golfers should know and understand. For some, this book is an exciting must read; for others, well lets just say that it is a good book to sleep by.
Periodically, I will attempt to demystify some of golf’s rules to save you the time you would spend reading the book. For now, I am going to start out with an easy, but misunderstood rule about the tee box.
Rule 11: Tee Shots
There are other aspects of Rule 11 you might need to read if you are entering a tournament, but for now you have the abridged version.
If you have any questions, feel free to drop me a line. In the meantime, enjoy my latest infographic on the 11th rule.
I am a grateful golfer! See you on the links!
Improving your Lie in Golf
Understanding the rules of golf is extremely important to playing well. Knowing what you can or cannot do on the course can make the difference between winning or losing a tournament.
Over the years, I have used the rules to insure I was not disadvantaged during play. There is one particular rule, I think, all players should know: Rule 24 – Obstructions.
The Grateful Golfer 