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Famous, successful golfers including Arnold Palmer, Gary Player, and Tiger Woods are aware that golf isn't an almost mindless sport; golfing enthusiasts worldwide and participants of minor and major golf tournaments can agree. It requires skill and mentality - regardless of the common misconception that to play a round or two, all it takes is securing top-of-the-line golf balls, golf clubs, tees, and other equipment, and finding a great golf course.

In Tales from Augusta’s Fairways, Jim Hawkins, who covered his first Masters in 1968, takes listeners behind the high, thick hedges of Augusta National Golf Club for an intimate, entertaining glimpse of the classic cathedral that is home to golf’s most enchanting event. Tales from Augusta’s Fairways takes an inside look at the greats, the amateurs, and the underdogs who have made the Masters the most revered, prestigious golf tournament in the world.

Golf Positive is a series dedicated to improving your golf game to play better and stay on par for the course. In this lesson, former LPGA Golf Professional of the Year Debbie O'Connell explains the importance of staying loose and how breathing the proper way will relax your muscles. She also teaches how proper back alignment is achieved by using her easy to remember "Tush Push" trick.

In the 25 years of covering golf, the development of the game, courses and the camaraderie that’s core to the culture, it was time for Matt to share some of the best stories he has heard around fire pits all over the world. From PGA Tour players, caddies, architects, avid amateurs and buddies-trip planners, Matt has forged relationships with some of the most colorful and influential people in the game. So grab a drink, a seat and settle in. We’re getting to the essence of one story per podcast. A narrative so deep and meaningful, you save it for a post-round fire pit, which is where no one...

Your personal audio guide to better driving and golfing in the highlands of Scotland.

Every day, thousands of golfers purchase equipment that simply will not work for them, leading to poor performance and higher scores. This book was written to help consumers better understand how golf clubs work and how to select appropriate equipment for any skill level. This is the plain truth about clubs - not marketing hype.

In this concise social history of golf in the United States from the 1880s to the present, George B. Kirsch tracks the surprising growth of golf as a popular, mainstream sport, in contrast to the stereotype of golf as a pastime enjoyed only by the rich elite.While golf retains a strong association with upper-class, male-dominated, socially exclusive country clubs, it has also boasted a dedicated following among Americans from different social classes, ethnic backgrounds, races, and genders.

Tru-Turf has started a podcast series where we catch up with various Superintendents or Course Managers from around the globe.

Players often rely on swing thoughts, but as we discussed earlier, thinking while swinging isn’t such a good idea. It’s preferable to have a swing image, one that includes at least the path and finishing point of the ball, but can also include the feel of the swing. For players who need a swing thought, it is better to have one that describes what you intend to do rather than how you intend to do it.

Your unconscious mind knows how to hit a golf ball perfectly every time, so all I need to do is show you how to put yourself in the right state of mind. I'm going to show you how to trigger peak performance every single time you pick up your golf club and help you drop your handicap down. I will also give you course management tips that I have learned over the years and discuss how important playing smart golf is.

Letters to a Future Champion is a loving tribute to the power a mentor can have on an athlete's career. Written by 17-time LPGA Tour winner, two-time major champion, and lead CBS golf reporter Dottie Pepper, this audiobook traces the influence "Mr. Pulver", a retired PGA golf professional, had on her skills, as well as her character, both on the practice range and in the letters the two exchanged after lessons and tournaments. Mr. Pulver would carefully tap out advice a young Dottie would need to rise to the top, sending her nearly 100 letters by the time of his death in 1986.

Golf is a fun game that can improve coordination and fitness, allows participants to enjoy a relaxed and social atmosphere, and is even great when it comes to entertaining business clients. Of course, it takes a long time to become proficient in the basics of the game, but if you can master a few of the main shots, it makes a huge difference.

The best golf stories have multiple layers to them. In each episode, Local Knowledge dives deep into a subject golfers want to know about, whether it’s about the game they play, the competition at the highest level, or the surprising ways golf factors into larger conversations throughout society. Hosts Alex Myers, Keely Levins, Shane Ryan and Sam Weinman weave together original interviews, Golf Digest reporting, and additional elements to tell the type of compelling stories that have been a Golf Digest staple for decades.

Although written 1908, this book remains arguably the best explanation for the fascination of golf. For the golfer, this is a must listen and will provide lots of ammunition for justifying his or her passion. Non-golfers will come to understand their golfing friends better and may even be tempted to try the sport themselves.

The Golf Mystic is an allegorical presentation of everyday life through golf perspectives. It is a story, an instruction audiobook, and an inspirational philosophy for golf and life. Written in conversational style, it is the story of a wayward golf pro (Geoff) who realizes he is failing in the most important parts of his life. His golf career is in disarray and his fiancée, Claire, has recently left him. Geoff is about ready to give up on the game when he encounters an obscure iconoclastic golfer and teacher in the person of Joe Burlington.

Are you considering learning to play disc golf so you can easily enjoy a match or two with friends and family but have no idea where to start, what rules apply to the game and how to bring out your best to have more wins and minimize rookie mistakes? And are you looking for a blueprint that covers everything you need to know about disc golf so you can refer to it as often as you possibly can to polish your skills and be able to play like the pros? If you've answered YES, to either of these questions, How To Play Disc Golf is written precisely for you. This Book Will Teach You The Ins And ...

B2G: Born to Golf è un progetto editoriale che nasce all’interno della golf community, riunendo le competenze, l’esperienza e la passione di professionisti di diversi settori del mondo del golf. Si sviluppa nel nuovo panorama della comunicazione digitale, offrendo contenuti e servizi, a giocatori e ai golf club, con la finalità di condividere la passione e la promozione del golf. Con oltre 30 anni di esperienza, attraverso i nostri assets abbiamo la capacità di promuovere la visibilità di aziende che operano già su target golfistici o intenzionate ad entrare nella golf community.

Grayson Murray - Audio Biography Grayson Murray, born on October 1, 1993, in Raleigh, North Carolina, was an American professional golfer who made a significant impact on the PGA Tour. Known for his powerful drives and competitive spirit, Murray’s journey through the ranks of professional golf was marked by both achievements and challenges. Early Life and Amateur Career Grayson Murray developed an interest in golf at a young age, showcasing his talent early on. He played at Wakefield High School in Raleigh, where his impressive performances earned him recognition and several amateur titles. ...

In June 2010, Paul Laubach made the unfortunate decision to play all of GOLF Magazine's top 100 golf courses available to the public. Spread over 45 months, he managed to complete his goal despite numerous weather, course maintenance, and other logistical issues...not to mention his own "senior moment". The journey covered 87,814 air miles and another 17,051 by automobile.

This book is a second edition that has been expanded and improved since first published in 2022. It contains technical information about the golf club fitting process for amateur golfers and insights for selecting and buying new and used golf equipment. Information is provided for all golf clubs including drivers, fairway metals, hybrids, irons, wedges, putters, and specialty clubs. Information about testing and selecting golf balls is also provided. In addition, the selection of golf instructors and use of golf launch monitors is discussed. Tips for the care and maintenance of golf clubs ...