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I’m hesitant to use this stump to complain about things, but I’m going to indulge myself for a few moments. It seems like every time I [...]
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Yesterday, I had a conversation with a friend who happens to be a golf course maintenance superintendent. He’s gotten so flustered with the players at his course that he asked me to help put out the word on a little bit of etiquette that too many people forget.
At the end of summer, normally in September (at least in the northern U.S.), it’s prime time for courses to do core aeration on their greens. The process is pretty straight [...]
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Yesterday, in Part I of this two part post about golf etiquette, I covered pace of play and basic care for the course. Today, I want to focus more on safety and consideration for fellow players and course employees.
Safety
Safety on a golf course is too often overlooked. It seems like such a harmless game. However, there is the chance for serious injury if we aren’t careful. Here are some tips to help everyone stay safe.
We all [...]
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Golf is somewhat unique in that there is an entire code of etiquette to guide us. The Rules of Golf tell us how the game is played, but the rules of etiquette tell us how to go about it.
I worked at a course for about five seasons while I was in college and have been a player and fan of the game for many years. It saddens me when people who know proper etiquette refuse to do the [...]
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When you end up in a bunker, the last thing you want to try to do is pick it clean as you try to get it out. A properly played bunker shot results in the ball being thrown out on a cushion of sand. Typically, you want your club head to contact the sand about two inches behind the ball.
I found a helpful drill from Marty Fleckman over at About.com, called the “Point of Entry Drill“. [...]
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My name is Mike Gray and I'm a software engineer pursuing my dream to become a golf pro.
Life in the Rough is a chronicle of my journey. It covers my progress, my successes, my setbacks. I'll share everything I learn and do along the way, including reviews and tips. Maybe what I learn can help you too.
