Golf Rules Made Simple

The rules of golf are often confusing to beginners. It seems the rules and regulations nitpick all aspect of the game, down to the finest detail. Even worse: those rules have their own exceptions which kick in under varying circumstances.

This lack of ‘absolutes’ makes it nearly impossible to provide a simple, all-encompassing list of ‘quickie’ guidelines for the beginning golfer.

However, you can greatly minimize the difficulty… Continue reading

Golf Tips for Beginners

Just starting out with golf?  Keep these tips in mind if you want to maximize your enjoyment, while minimizing expense and confusion:

1. Grab a current copy of “The Rules of Golf: And The Rules of Amateur Status”, as published by the United States Golf Association (USGA) –

This little booklet will tell you everything you need to know about the official rules of golf, the handicap system… Continue reading