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The Rules of Golf - Learn to Play By the RulesLet's face it - the rules of golf can be a very confusing thing to master. There are just so many of them, and they are frequently updated or amended. But these resources should help golfers get a grip on the rules of golf.
Golf Rules at a Glance
Here is an introduction to the Rules of Golf that can give beginners in the game a quick glance and the key elements of the rules. Golf Rules - The Rules of Golf
Browse through the Official Rules of Golf on About.com, or click to a specific rule to decipher a rules quandary. USGA Rules of Amateur Status
What are The Rules of Amateur Status? Check out what the USGA says. Golf Rules FAQ - Answers to FAQs about Golf Rules
This Golf Rules FAQ answers frequently asked questions about the Rules of Golf. Most Common Penalties
Here's a list of the most common penalties in golf and how many strokes they'll cost you. Top Books about Golf Rules and Etiquette
Looking for good books about the Rules of Golf and golf etiquette? Here's a list of recommendations. Conforming Golf Balls - The List of Conforming Golf Balls
Check out the List of Conforming Golf Balls and find out which balls are legal for competition. Non-Conforming Drivers - View the List of Non-Conforming Drivers
Check out the list of non-conforming drivers to see if your big stick is legal. Match Play Primer - An Introduction to Match Play in Golf
Need an introduction to golf match play? This Match Play Primer, from the About.com Golf Guide, includes information about rules, competition formats, strategy and more on match play. How to Play Stableford or Modified Stableford Competitions
Are you unsure of how a Stableford Competition or Modified Stableford Competition is played? This introduction to Stableford from the About.com Golf Guide should help. USGA's Rules of Golf Homepage
The section of the USGA Web site, in addition to the Official Rules of Golf, also contains a FAQ, info on amateur status and etiquette, and much more. R&A's Rules of Golf Homepage
The Royal & Ancient Golf Club's Rules of Golf homepage. Historical Rules of Golf
Ever wondered how the rules of golf have changed over time? Wonder no more. Just visit this site and choose a topic or choose a time period and you'll have your answer. |
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