When I was teaching golf, my most consistent students were seniors. Why? Most senior golfers have the time to work on their games and try and improve. However, as a senior player, I find it challenging to combat slower swing speeds while still making improvements in the game. One of the best ways to do…
As a golf professional who has played the game for nearly 30 years, I like to play with clean clubs. However, I’m also a mom of two young kids, and some of my rounds are nine holes in the afternoon with kids on the back of a four-seater golf cart. Needless to say, my wedges…
I don’t like bad lies. I’ve been playing golf since I was seven and competed professionally. I’ve often felt that bad lies are one of the most unfair aspects of the game. How can I hit a 260-yard drive straight down the fairway that ends up in another golfer divot? It doesn’t feel fair. (Who…
I never play golf without a golf glove. In fact, as a college and then professional player, I felt almost lost without the glove on. Golfers have some strong opinions about whether or not it makes sense to wear a glove when they play, so I will break this down for you. I’ll answer the…
I’m a 5’2″ female professional golfer. If you think that stock clubs work for my game, they don’t! Years ago, I would have had to pay a lot of money for custom golf clubs just so that I could find equipment that would work with my swing. Luckily, custom golf clubs are not quite as…
As a female golf professional, I’ve worked with hundreds of beginner golfers ready to jump into the game of golf. In fact, I even got to enjoy this process with my mom when she decided to try her hand in the game. Female golfers need different equipment than men. With the right first set of…
As a former golf professional and country club membership director in South Florida, I was lucky enough to play Boca West several times. When I left the golf business for a bit, I owned a Landscaping Business and worked with many homes inside Boca West Country Club. This is one of the most unique clubs…
The average handicap for a male golfer is estimated to be around 15 for a male golfer and 28 for a female. However, we aren’t talking about the average handicap here. Instead, we want to dive deeper into what is a good handicap in golf. As a golf professional who has been in the game…
The set of tees you choose to play from makes all the difference in the difficulty of the round you play. Different tee boxes are set up to accommodate golfers of varying abilities. As a golf professional, I can tell you that the traditional blue tees that were once made for the pros aren’t what…
It’s your first time heading out to play golf on a course, and you want to know what you can expect. You aren’t alone. Beginner golf can be overwhelming and eye-opening. As a former golf professional, I had students who would go out for their first round and wonder whether their score was good or…
Savannah, GA, may not be known as the world’s golf capital. However, the climate allows for 12 months of golf, and there are some great country clubs to join. If you live in the area, are considering moving or simply want to know how much does it cost to join a country club in Savannah,…
As a former golf professional and membership director, I’ve seen a lot of different golf tournament themes. Some of these themes are a great way to get people excited about an event and ready to have a good time. Other themes are just kind of a disaster and leave people rolling their eyes. If you…
The first time I broke 70, it was at a course that was a par 70. Therefore, I shot a 1 under 69, not a 3 under 69. I’ll take it: the score was good enough, but it’s certainly different when you play a par 72 golf course. If you are wondering are all golf…
I’ve played a lot of serious golf in my life, which can be stressful. As a golf professional, I played in many tournaments where the pressure was incredibly high. I love a good golf scramble format at this stage in my golf career. If you’ve ever wondered what a golf scramble is and how you…
If you identify as a mid handicapper, chances are your handicap falls between 12 and 25. Whether you’re looking for a premium ball, a cheap golf ball, or something with a softer feel, I have you covered. I’ve tested almost every golf ball on the market, and I prefer to take them on the golf…
If you are a member of a club, you must be a great player. Right? That is not the case! The typical handicap of a club member may be higher than you think. As a former golf professional and country club membership director, I can tell you that golf handicaps are all over the map….
Jon Rahm is no longer a PGA Tour guy. He’s off to the LIV with Phil Mickelson, Brooks Koepka, and Cameron Smith. However, we all know Rahm will still be back around to play in the major championships. If you are wondering what majors has Jon Rahm won and how that compares to some of…
As a former golf professional, golf writer, and daily golfer, I always found it frustrating that golfers got lumped into groups of “mid handicap,” “high handicap,” “low handicap,” and beginner. My game is different than other low-handicap players, as I’m sure your 15 handicap golf game is a bit different than that of other “mid…
As a professional golfer who’s worked at many country clubs, I had to understand the ins and outs of the golf handicap system. The golf handicap system is designed to make the game more fair and allow players of different abilities to play against each other. I will break down for you what the golf…
As a young golf professional on Long Island, I was lucky enough to get invitations to golf courses all across Florida in the winter. One of the first clubs I got the chance to play was Hunters Run. Years later, I ended up moving just about two miles away from the club. Hunters Run Country…
One of the greatest battles golfers face as they age is a reduction in swing speed. Losing swing speed is frustrating, and it’s something that senior golfers are continually battling. If you want to know if your swing speed is closer to the average golfer or a professional, you’re in the right place. As a…
If you’ve been playing golf as long as I have (30+ years), you remember the days of pitching wedge and sand wedge. Those were the wedges you had to work with. Then, the lob wedge started becoming popular. Eventually, someone realized there was a large gap between the pitching and the sand wedge. That’s where…
As a golf professional and +1 handicap I find it incredibly interesting the way that a golf ball can impact my game. I’ve played almost my whole golf career with a Titleist Pro V1. However, at one point, I decided to test out some other balls on the golf course to see what they did…
Part of the fun of being a golf cart owner is the accessories. Sure, it’s fun to have a cart, but when you start looking at magnetic accessories, armrests, cup holders, and more, things get exciting. As a golf professional and golf cart owner, I’ll share with you some of the best EZ-Go golf cart…
As a female scratch golfer and former golf teaching professional, I can tell you that the term scratch is a little misunderstood among amateur golfers. I once played with a new golfer who thought scratch meant he didn’t have to count all the holes. Scratch all the bad ones off! Although this would make golf…
One of the essential things to consider when buying a new golf cart or used golf cart is the size. I live in a golf cart community and am a club member. To be honest, I use my Club Car golf cart more than my car. Based on space in my garage, I need the…
During my time spent as a golf professional and membership director in South Florida, I was lucky enough to play The Club At Ibis several times. I was invited as a guest of a few different members and thoroughly enjoyed my time at The Club at Ibis. Like all country club reviews we do, I’ll…
Have you ever heard the term recreational golfer and wondered whether or not this applies to you? As a former golf professional a +1 handicap, I can tell you I never fit into this recreational golfer category. I was indeed a beginner, with a high handicap, an average golfer, and then eventually, a professional. Yet,…
Having the right clubs in your golf bag is essential regardless of your skill level. We know the United States Golf Association has a 14-club rule, but there is more to this discussion than that. As a former professional golfer and PGA teaching professional, I was always surprised to see golfers come to a lesson…
As a country club member and golf cart owner, I have had first-hand experiences with replacing golf cart batteries. Golf cart owners, at some point or another, will be required to install new batteries. This is particularly the case if the cart is kept for around 5 years or more. Conversely, lithium-ion batteries can last…
How often have you heard a golfer refer to themselves as a bogey golfer? Has it left you wondering if this is just another of those tricky golf terms or sayings. As a former professional golfer (who was once a bogey golfer), I’m here to give you the rundown on what it means to be…
The first thing that attracted me to Long Cove Club was the designer. Some of my favorite golf courses are Pete Dye designs. The first time I visited Long Cove Club, it felt like a Dye design. Long Cove is a unique offering on Hilton Head Island with some exciting benefits and features. If you…
It’s hard to stay mentally positive on the course, but it can make all the difference.
If you are playing by the rules of golf, you must know how to play a provisional golf shot properly. You’re probably scratching your head wondering, what is a provisional golf shot? I’ll explain everything to you. As a golf professional with a +1 handicap, I’ve had to take quite a few provisional golf shots…
EZ-Go is widely used by golfers and residents of golf cart communities. Without question, EZ-Go has a long history, having been founded in 1954. Through the years, EZGo has evolved to produce some of the most reliable and sleek-looking electric and gas golf carts on the market. One of the biggest competitors to EZ-Go is…
Golf carts are becoming increasingly popular as a means of transportation around the golf course and in golf cart-friendly communities. With that said, there are two primary sources of power for golf carts: electric or gas. If you’re in the market for a new or used cart, it is essential to know the pros, cons,…
Golf is almost always played by a group of four people. It’s rare to find a solo golfer at most courses. I’ll be honest with you: I love playing golf by myself. I wouldn’t want to do it all the time, but I find it to be a great way to get better at golf….
Golf club fitting is a great way to make sure you are playing with the right equipment. Use this guide to get some details.
Many factors go into the average golf score and the world handicap system, but it’s kind of nice to know whether you are above average, below, or somewhere right in the middle. As a professional golfer who also spent many years teaching the game, I can tell you that the handicap system, when followed correctly,…
As a golf professional, I was never interested in competitively playing tennis. However, I certainly play it for fun, and now, I’ve caught the pickleball bug. In all the years I played golf, I never really struggled with golfer’s elbow. However, when I started playing pickleball, I got a case of something that I knew…
I love it when golfers try to identify the type of grass growing at their local course. People will say things like, “They just added TiffEagle greens to my course; it’s wonderful.” What’s wonderful about it? How does it impact you as a golfer? If you have no idea how these golf course grass types…
As a Club Car golf cart owner, I can tell you that many individuals living in golf cart communities are choosing between EZ-Go and Club Car golf carts. However, Yamaha is very much in the game, and their Drive2 personal carts are available in electric models. I’ve worked with Yamaha fleet carts in the past,…
As a golf cart owner, I want to make my batteries last as long as possible as far as run time on a full charge and the overall life of the batteries. Proper charging is a best practice to improve battery life. Maximizing the life of the batteries will save you money. There is no…
Even if you aren’t a golfer, chances are you have heard the word, par. The par golf meaning, how it impacts your scoring and its role in the game are all critical factors for golfers to understand. As a former Class A PGA Professional and golf course membership director, I’ve had a lot of experience…
Do you track your stats on the golf course? I took a long time to become a stat tracker and record information and data from each round. Amateur golfers often think that some of this information is for professionals. That’s not the case. If you ever wondered what GIR is in golf, I’ll give you…
Are you looking for a unique theme for your next ladies’ golf tournament? You are in the right place. As a former golf professional and membership director at a country club, I’ve hosted, planned, and organized many ladies’ golf tournaments. The best ladies’ golf tournament themes will ensure that the event is enjoyed and discussed…
People throw the term “average golfer” around quite a bit, but it doesn’t tell us very much. Have you ever wondered what is an average golf score? Do you assume that the average golfer shoots 90 or 100? You aren’t too far off. As a former membership director and golf professional, I can give you…
One of the most notable golf cart manufacturers in the industry is Club Car. I currently own a Club Car Precedent that is used multiple times per week on the golf course. Club Car vehicles were first introduced in 1958 and have been constructed with reliability in mind ever since. If you’re in the market…
As a former golf teaching professional specializing in female golfers, I see a lot of bad advice for female golfers. I’ve been playing golf for 30 years, and I know for a fact you have been given some bad advice at some point in your golf career. Golf tips for women tend to annoy me…
As a former golf professional and membership director at a country club, I was constantly asked about the difference between gross and net scores. Some people won’t play in a tournament if it doesn’t have a net division. Let’s face it: a net score in golf is a bit easier to accept mentally than a…
Country club members get an exceptional amount of use out of electric golf carts. No matter if it is a personally owned cart or a fleet cart belonging to the club, they transport golfers around the course. It is essential to understand that golf carts require maintenance and, more specifically, lead acid batteries, which are…
Electric carts are powered by rechargeable batteries that are positioned beneath a seat. Unquestionably, there is a distinct difference between a 36 volt golf cart and a 48 volt golf cart. Country club members are most often are required to use electric carts versus gas golf carts because they operate much quieter in comparison. However,…
One of the most notable golf states in the United States is Florida. Without question, there is a multitude of reasons why golf enthusiasts flock to the Sunshine State to become residents or visit on a consistent basis. Fortunately, you will be able to find a mix of public courses, semi-private courses, and private country…
Today, golf carts are becoming a means of transportation not only for golfers but also for non-golfers. In recent years, the golf cart market has exploded as manufacturers are often backlogged as a result of demand. New golf carts are becoming more similar to cars, taking into consideration the level of comfort in addition to…
Does slow play drive you crazy? You aren’t alone. When I head out to play a round of golf, I only like to be able to move from one shot to the next without 3-5 minute waits on each swing. However, if you have ever played (or even watched) a golf match, you know they…
I’ve been playing golf for more than 30 years, and the Three Ball Match Play format is something that I have very rarely come across. In fact, I’ve seen this done a few times, but I never even knew it was called a three-ball match play. If you have an event like this coming up…
There are two reasons to understand country club guest fees. The first is for members curious about how much it will cost to have a friend come and play. The second is if you are invited to a club and want to be able to pay your way. As a golf professional and former golf…
It often feels like the terms country club and golf club are used interchangeably. Are they really the same thing? As a former membership director and golf professional, I can clear up any confusion you have about the country club vs. golf club debate. Whether you are looking at joining a club or simply interested…
Golf terminology takes a little while to understand fully. However, knowing the different types of golf clubs and golf club names can make a big difference in how your bag is set up and how it benefits you on the course. As a golf professional, I’m pretty particular about the clubs I have in my…
By the year 2032, it is estimated that the size of the golf cart market will be $3 billion dollars. Why is this happening? More and more country club members and golfers are purchasing golf carts to make country club life all that much better. If you are new to country club life and ready…
A golf cart battery charger plays a critical role in keeping your batteries fully charged for your round of golf. The last thing you want to be concerned about when you’re heading out to play is dead batteries. In order to have enough juice, the charger needs to be performing its duty. Are you wondering…
Nobody wants to be stranded on the side of the road or a golf course due to a dead battery. For this reason, maintaining a charge is critical to avoid the hassle of being stranded. So, how long do golf carts take to charge? The answer is complex because there are a multitude of factors…
Traditional golf cart batteries are lead-acid batteries. Without question, they require routine maintenance to extend battery life. I have owned multiple golf carts, which I have maintained personally. Understanding the maintenance routine is simple; the work can be done in a garage or outside. Optimal performance is achieved by following a monthly plan of action….
Golf carts are widely used across the country, not only by golfers but by non-golfers as well. A golf cart is a means of transportation for golfers in addition to many within golf cart-friendly communities. However, it is important to understand that two different types of batteries power electric golf carts. The first is lead-acid…
It seems that Xander Schauffele just recently went through a putter change. When this happens, we like to take a look at what may have caused this, what we can learn from it, and what the golfers putting stats look like. Let’s face facts here: sometimes, putter changes are all about sponsor dollars and equipment…
Are you still trying to figure out a way to get that extra club in your golf bag? I get it. Our clubs are the only tools we have (besides our brains!) to help make it around the course in the fewest number of strokes. If you think you may have found a loophole in…
When we first moved to a golf cart community, one of the things that I found shocking was the number of golfers who lack proper etiquette on a golf cart. Some people grow up on and around golf carts, and others get their hands on them for the first time and think it’s bumper cars…
Drivers and irons need to be replaced every 5-7 years to stay up to date with technology and ensure your current clubs truly benefit your game. What about putters? I’ve had my Scotty Cameron Newport putter for nearly 20 years. I still haven’t made the switch to something newer, although I have certainly tested a…
As a golf cart owner, I started to get into the idea magnetic golf cart accessories. As a golf professional, I’m pretty particular about my golf gear and organization on the course. With magnetic golf accessories, the convenience factor is so high that I thought I would share with you some of my favorites. The…
I’ve always loved my 8 iron, and as a golf professional, I often hit shots from the tee or when approaching a par 5 that leave me with a solid 145 yards to the hole. This is my most comfortable distance for my 8 iron. However, the 8 iron is also good for other golf…
The yacht club vs. country club decision isn’t as straightforward as you may think it is. There is quite a bit to consider here, from price to facility availability. As a former membership director, avid boater, and golf professional, I’ll explain everything you should know about the yacht club vs. country club membership decision. Yacht…
Almost every golf set has a pitching wedge and an approach wedge. The lofts on a modern pitching wedge are just too low to leave the approach out of the bag. The problem that I see with so many golfers is not knowing when to use the pitching vs. approach wedge. You should have a…
The ladies club championship is a big day at any golf club or country club. At one of the clubs I worked at, my lesson book was completely filled for the two weeks before the championship while everyone made last-minute changes to their game. As stressful and nerve-wracking as the ladies club championship can be,…
One of the top reasons to join a country club is to network with other members of the club. Of course, you can network on the golf course regardless of the type of course you play. However, as a former membership director and golf professional, I can tell you that some golfers have a strong…
You have seen all of these blade vs. mallet debates, right? Some people are incredibly fixed on the concept that blades are better, or mallets are better. Others have decided to put two putters in the golf bag. Could it really be that simple? Is carrying two putters worth it? As a golf professional, I…
Tournament golf and Saturday morning golf with friends are two different things. As a golf teaching professional, I’ve seen golfers go from shooting low 70’s to high 80’s in the course of a few hours simply because the club championship pressure was on. If your club championship is coming up and you want to make…
When I was working as an assistant golf professional, we had a couples golf league every Sunday afternoon. Some of the couples wore matching outfits, had team names, loved themed events, and supported each other the entire time they were on the course. And then there were the others. I’ll get into more details on…
I’ve been playing with a Cobra Baffler hybrid for about ten years. Yes, I’m well aware ten years is certainly the point that it’s time to update some technology, so I finally did. I tested the Callaway Paradym X, Titleist TSR2, and the TaylorMade Stealth 2 hybrids using the Foresight GC3. I’ll show you my…
I’ve written dozens of reviews featuring the best complete sets for women golfers. I’ll tell you that there are some really great options out there. Sets like the TaylorMade Kalea or the Cobra Ladies AIR X bring a lot to the table. However, I’ve recently tried the STIX golf club and looked at them from…
As a female golfer who has been playing golf for nearly 30 years, I’ve seen my fair share of fashion trends. In fact, I remember a time, a long time ago, when finding clothes for women golfers was nearly impossible. Today, things are different. Golf fashion is actually starting to become kind of fun for…
I hate having dirty golf clubs, and the Clean Stick golf club cleaning brush aims to fix that. It’s hard work to hit a good shot, and when you are trying to get the ball to stop where you want it, those grooves have to be clean. Wedges are probably the most difficult to keep…
Is one golf driver in your bag enough? Some golf professionals actually play with two drivers. Of course, they have to keep the total number of clubs to 14, but still, some are finding that two drivers in the bag are actually helping to lower scores. No, this isn’t a push from golf manufacturers that…
Playing golf at a country club is a rare treat for some. These country clubs can be hard to get into. They have high guest fees, and they generally have rather small memberships. If you are looking for an invite to a country club but don’t want to come right out and ask your friends,…