The article below was written by Steve Carroll of National Club Golfer. I’ve seen the social media pictures of greenkeepers with huge welts on their head. I’ve admonished a playing partner who sent a shot skyward while staff were working in a greenside bunker. I’ve seen the appeals from BIGGA chiefs urging golfers to show… Read more »
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Why does loft and lie matter?
The loft and lie angle of your golf club has a major influence on how you launch the ball. Every club is different in its loft and the way that they sit on the ground, so it’s essential that you get this right to suit your height and swing path, and to make sure that… Read more »
How to become a golf pro (step-by-step guide)
If you’re already a skilled golfer, we can’t say we blame you for researching how to become a golf pro. There’s no better time to join the industry, with the number of golfers in the UK booming since the pandemic and the 2023 golf rule changes demonstrating how much the game is evolving to include players of all backgrounds…. Read more »
The 3 biggest mistakes you make with your driver
The article below was written by Jack Backhouse of National Club Golfer. I met up with PGA Professional Jack Backhouse to take a look at three set-up keys to drive the ball better… Tee the ball higher Most amateur golfers tee the ball too low. I think the main reason for this is players… Read more »
Who is Jimmy Dunne and how did he help the PGA Tour-LIV Golf merger?
The article below was written by Matt Chivers of National Club Golfer. There was a small, select group of people involved in the merger we now see between the PGA Tour, the DP World Tour, and the Public Investment Fund of Saudi Arabia. One of them was Jimmy Dunne, a man who might not be an instantly… Read more »
Timing sheets and radio chat: How referees keep pace of play under control
The article below was written by Steve Carroll of National Club Golfer. When you think about pace of play, I’ll bet one word looms large. Slow. A lost ball here, a forgotten provisional there, a three-ball that has sprayed it everywhere but the fairway – all get the clocks whirring and keep groups waiting. But… Read more »
