Golf is a contact sport. What I really mean is that golf is becoming a social contact sport that provides the opportunity for everyone to meet new people. Sometimes this experience is very positive and others….well, not so much. If you have ever walked on to a golf course looking for a game, chances are you were put into a group of unknowns. After the initial pleasantries are exchanged, the real challenges of playing golf with strangers commences.
Continue readingTips For Hitting Fairway Woods
There are many tips for hitting our fairway woods properly to maximize distance. I know what I need to do to be successful, but what works for me may not work for you. Regardless, I found a video that encapsulates how I hit a fairway wood and hybrids. It is nothing new, but something fundamental that most golfers should know and understand. Of course there are other tips, but these three are suffice for today.
Continue readingWhere Is Professional Golf Heading?
For years, the PGA Tour enjoyed a virtual monopoly over professional golf. The minor tours system was developed over the past 20 years are basically feeder tours for the big leagues. This business model is nothing new and virtually every sport has a similar system. This process was fantastic for the PGA Tour coffers, but that is now being challenged by the LIV professional golf tour. The rumours of Jon Rahm heading to LIV, for 600 million dollars US, has sparked more debate about the ability of the PGA Tour to continue its dominance at the top of professional golf.
Continue readingGolf Is Hard
I do not have much to say today. Lots of life stuff going on that keeps my focus away from golf. This is normal of everyone and it is just my turn. All is good, just busy.
Every once in awhile I posts difficult shots by professionals to show amateurs that unlucky bounces, duffed shots and complete mishits happen to everyone. Enjoy the video and stay tuned for more musings soon.
I am a grateful golfer! See you on the links!
Is Playing Golf With You Fun?
There are many reasons why players enjoy playing golf. Many deal with the social aspect of spending 3+ hours in a beautiful place chatting and soaking up the good vibes. Much of this elation stems from the interaction between players. Understanding some of the basic do’s and don’ts goes a long way to ensuring that players are having fun playing golf with you.
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The Grateful Golfer 