Most golfers play in scramble golf tournaments. In this multiple player event, the shooter is allowed to receive and give advice before the shot. Sometimes after much debate, no real decision on how to play the shot is reached, so the shooter swings away at what they think is the best. Sometimes it works and other times, not so much! Continue reading
Making a Golf Shot: Knowledge vs Comprehension
Over the years, I have struggled with the difference between knowing and comprehending something. The distinction might seem minor, however to truly grasp the subtle points of these terms, one must examine how they play golf and why. This topic has many dead ends and quagmires that force players to focus on minute details of how they play golf. My goodness, this sounds allot like my Psych 101 class I took in college, but bare with me, ultimately this discussion will help lower your golf scores. Continue reading
Fairways Fund – Building Golf From the Ground Up
The key to building a sustainable golf industry is to start at the grass-roots by teaching juniors how to play. Many organizations, such as Golf Canada, have grand ideas for how to do so and often reach out to the provincial golf associations in attempts to grow the game. However, sometimes all it takes is rolling up your sleeves and making a difference in your local area.
Tiff Chaisson and Jeremy White decided to just that. In April 2016, Tiff contacted Jeremy to assist her in setting up a nonprofit to help underprivileged kids across the globe play golf. And the spark of inspiration for junior golfers around the world was ignited. Continue reading
I Have an Excuse for Everything
As I sit and watch the FIFA World Cup, I marvel at the conditioning of the players. They are all lean, athletic, and prepared to play at the élite level. Additionally, I cannot believe how tough they are! I mean, every time there is contact it is like these guys were hit with a baseball bat. After a suitable time of rolling on the ground, they shake off the injury and jump back into the frey. It truly is amazing. Continue reading
Active Support On and Off The Golf Course
For the past 4 months, I have actively fought against my lymphoma and I believe I am winning. To date, all the tests indicate that I am once again beating back the beast and will be heading to the links sometime in the future. Of course, it is way too early to jump to conclusions, but any positive sign gives me hope. One of the biggest lessons I’ve learned to date, and what is important for people to understand, is that active support for the person and their family is as valuable as any positive test result. Let me explain. Continue reading
The Grateful Golfer 