How to teach a beginer to play golf…where do I start?

QUESTION: My girlfriends Dad wants me to teach him how to play golf, he’s about 50 years old and only been to the range once or twice and wasn’t very good. But he wants ME to teach him instead of getting lessons. I’ve been playing golf since I was 12 and I’m now 23 so […]

When does golf season in New Jersey start?

QUESTION: Im a caddy and want to know when I should call my country club up to see for opening day. When does golf season start? ANSWER: Answer by GolfBlogger.ComCheck the New Jersey Golf Association website, but I’m almost certain that winter handicap rules end April 1. New Jersey Golf Association: http://www.njsga.org/

What clubs should a beginner in golf start to learn with. The woods or the irons.?

QUESTION: Which are more effective in a round of golf, woods or irons? ANSWER: Answer by shopaholicStart with the short irons. Your golf game has got to start with the short game. Putter, wedge, then 7 through 9. No short game, no low score.

After third straight missed cut, it’s time to start worrying about Rory McIlroy

OK, now you can press the panic button. One day after Rory McIlroy managed to grind out a 1-under 71 to stay in the hunt at the Memorial, the wheels came completely off on Friday during a 7-over 79 round that saw the 23-year-old miss his third straight cut. Understand this: Even the best players […]

Q&A: How to start playing golf on a regulation course?

QUESTION: I am really used to playing on a par 3 golf course, but I am going to a regulation par 70 course tomorrow for the first time. Any tips for the first time? I know that I am going to be using my driver now, and I don’t have much practice with a driver. […]

Q&A: What kind of golf clubs would be best to start off with?

QUESTION: ive been golfing for a couple months and ive been using some old garage sale ones and now i want to buy my first set. im still learning but im pretty good for a beginnner. i went to a golf shop and the salesman directed me to a set of powerbilt dynasty golf clubs. […]

Why does my golf glove get a hole on the top left index finger & start tearing from there 1st?

QUESTION: I’m an avid golfer who shoots from the tips and counts every stroke managing to stay in the 80’s. I’ve helped numerous golfers with tips and information but I want to know the reason for one I can’t answer. My golf glove tears a hole on the top left knuckle of my index finger […]

Shotgun Start: Previewing the Zurich Classic of New Orleans

It’s tournament time! We head on down to New Orleans for the Zurich Classic, a tournament that’s risen in stature over the last couple of years.  Here’s a tournament primer to get you prepared for the week. The course: The Pete Dye designed TPC Louisiana is hosting the Zurich Classic for the sixth year. At 7,520 […]

Shotgun Start: Previewing the RBC Heritage

It’s tournament time! The PGA Tour heads down the road from Augusta, Ga., to Hilton Head, SC, for the RBC Heritage at Harbour Town Golf Links. Here’s a tournament primer to get you prepared for the week. The course: The Pete Dye designed Harbour Town Golf Links is one of the top stops on the […]

Shotgun Start: Previewing the Arnold Palmer Invitational

It’s tournament time! We finish up the Florida Swing at Bay Hill Club and Lodge for the Arnold Palmer Invitational.  Here’s a tournament primer to get you prepared for the week. The course: There’s not a whole lot you can say about Bay Hill that hasn’t already been said before. Arnie’s place is your typical Florida […]