Golf: Most Popular Articles
These articles are the most popular over the last month.
Golf Club Distances - Golf Club Distance
What are the typical golf club distances? From the Beginners FAQ, the About Golf Guide examines that question.
What are the typical golf club distances? From the Beginners FAQ, the About Golf Guide examines that question.
Choosing the Right Shaft Flex
What is the role of shaft flex in a golf club and golf swing? Understanding shaft flex can help improve your game.
What is the role of shaft flex in a golf club and golf swing? Understanding shaft flex can help improve your game.
Golf Handicap Calculator - Free Golf Handicap Calculator
Calculate your handicap index with the About Golf Guide's free golf handicap calculator.
Calculate your handicap index with the About Golf Guide's free golf handicap calculator.
Meet the Wedges
Beginning golfers sometimes aren't sure which golf clubs do what, or why. Here, the About.com Golf Guides tries to help beginners understand wedges, including sand wedges, gap wedges and lob wedges.
Beginning golfers sometimes aren't sure which golf clubs do what, or why. Here, the About.com Golf Guides tries to help beginners understand wedges, including sand wedges, gap wedges and lob wedges.
2012 US Open Golf Tournament
Find out where and when the 2012 US Open golf tournament takes place, along with qualifying criteria.
Find out where and when the 2012 US Open golf tournament takes place, along with qualifying criteria.
Proper Golf Setup
Learn how to make the proper golf setup with this step by step that includes alignment, ball position, feet and hand position, posture, balance and more.
Learn how to make the proper golf setup with this step by step that includes alignment, ball position, feet and hand position, posture, balance and more.
Proper Lead-Hand Grip
What is the proper way to play your lead hand (top hand) on the handle of the golf club? This article gives step-by-step instruction for the proper lead-hand grip.
What is the proper way to play your lead hand (top hand) on the handle of the golf club? This article gives step-by-step instruction for the proper lead-hand grip.
Scramble
A scramble is a type of golf tournament that is commonly used for club tournaments, charity outings and so on. Here's an overview of how the format works.
A scramble is a type of golf tournament that is commonly used for club tournaments, charity outings and so on. Here's an overview of how the format works.
Meet the Irons
Beginning golfers sometimes aren't sure which golf clubs do what, or why. Here, the About.com Golf Guides helps beginners understand irons, from the 3-iron to the pitching wedge.
Beginning golfers sometimes aren't sure which golf clubs do what, or why. Here, the About.com Golf Guides helps beginners understand irons, from the 3-iron to the pitching wedge.
Golf Rules
Browse through the Official Rules of Golf on About.com, or click to a specific rule to decipher a rules quandary.
Browse through the Official Rules of Golf on About.com, or click to a specific rule to decipher a rules quandary.
Steel vs. Graphite
What's best for your golf game - steel shafts or graphite shafts? Your Golf Guide looks at the pros and cons of each type of shaft.
What's best for your golf game - steel shafts or graphite shafts? Your Golf Guide looks at the pros and cons of each type of shaft.
Fixing a Slice
Get these free tips for diagnosing the cause of your slice on the golf course, and fixing the problems so you can stop slicing.
Get these free tips for diagnosing the cause of your slice on the golf course, and fixing the problems so you can stop slicing.
Meghan Hardin
Meghan Hardin was a cast member on the Golf Channel series Big Break Atlantis. Here is some information about her plus a photo.
Meghan Hardin was a cast member on the Golf Channel series Big Break Atlantis. Here is some information about her plus a photo.
Golf Tips - Drivers and Irons
Need help with your driver or iron play? Check out these free tips for the full swing to find help with drivers and irons.
Need help with your driver or iron play? Check out these free tips for the full swing to find help with drivers and irons.
Keys to Hitting a 460cc Driver
Are there things you should be doing to get the most out of your oversized driver? Kevin Downey offers these four keys to hitting a 460cc driver.
Are there things you should be doing to get the most out of your oversized driver? Kevin Downey offers these four keys to hitting a 460cc driver.
Big Break Atlantis Cast
Who are the cast members on the Golf Channel series Big Break Atlantis? View photos and read information about each of the contestants.
Who are the cast members on the Golf Channel series Big Break Atlantis? View photos and read information about each of the contestants.
Golf Formats and Golf Bets
Need to know the definition of a golf tournament format or a golf bet or betting game? Check Golf Tournament Formats and Golf Bets section of the About.com Golf Glossary.
Need to know the definition of a golf tournament format or a golf bet or betting game? Check Golf Tournament Formats and Golf Bets section of the About.com Golf Glossary.
Golf Beginners FAQ
The Golf for Beginners FAQ helps those interested in becoming golfers answer questions that are sure to come up.
The Golf for Beginners FAQ helps those interested in becoming golfers answer questions that are sure to come up.
Golf Handicap FAQ: How is H...
A golf handicap calculation can be achieved most easily by using our nifty, free handicap index calculator
A golf handicap calculation can be achieved most easily by using our nifty, free handicap index calculator
Free Golf Tips
Does your golf game need a little help? Check out these free golf tips.
Does your golf game need a little help? Check out these free golf tips.
Golf Tournament Formats
What are the most popular golf tournament formats, and what are their rules? The About.com Golf Guide goes over 10 of the top tourney formats.
What are the most popular golf tournament formats, and what are their rules? The About.com Golf Guide goes over 10 of the top tourney formats.
Before You Buy First Clubs
What factors should you consider before buying your first set of golf clubs? The About.com Golf Guide has some suggestions.
What factors should you consider before buying your first set of golf clubs? The About.com Golf Guide has some suggestions.
Glossary of Golf Terms
Need a definition of a golf term? Check out this extensive Golf Glossary, which includes hundreds of explanations of common and uncommon words used by golfers.
Need a definition of a golf term? Check out this extensive Golf Glossary, which includes hundreds of explanations of common and uncommon words used by golfers.
Golf Betting Games / Side Bets
What are the most popular golf betting games and side bets? And how are they played? Find out from the About.com Golf Guide.
What are the most popular golf betting games and side bets? And how are they played? Find out from the About.com Golf Guide.
How to Choose a New Shaft
Master clubmaker Dennis Mack provides a step-by-step primer on choosing a new or replacement shaft for your golf clubs.
Master clubmaker Dennis Mack provides a step-by-step primer on choosing a new or replacement shaft for your golf clubs.
Definition: Best Ball
: Along with the scramble , "best ball" is one of the most popular golf tournament formats. Best ball
: Along with the scramble , "best ball" is one of the most popular golf tournament formats. Best ball
Meet the Woods
Beginning golfers sometimes aren't sure which golf clubs do what, or why. Here, the About.com Golf Guides tries to help beginners understand woods - drivers and fairway woods.
Beginning golfers sometimes aren't sure which golf clubs do what, or why. Here, the About.com Golf Guides tries to help beginners understand woods - drivers and fairway woods.
Golf Putting Tips
Need help making more putts on the greens? Check out this collection of putting tips for golfers who need help getting the ball into the hole.
Need help making more putts on the greens? Check out this collection of putting tips for golfers who need help getting the ball into the hole.
Zakiya Randall
Zakiya Randall was a cast member on the Golf Channel series Big Break Atlantis. Here is some information about her plus a photo.
Zakiya Randall was a cast member on the Golf Channel series Big Break Atlantis. Here is some information about her plus a photo.
Most Common Ways to Grip Club
There are many ways to hold the handle of the golf club, but three of those ways are used almost exclusively: the Vardon Overlap, the Interlocking, and the Ten Finger grips. Here's a look at those three types of grips, plus some info on the proper pressure to apply when holding the golf club.
There are many ways to hold the handle of the golf club, but three of those ways are used almost exclusively: the Vardon Overlap, the Interlocking, and the Ten Finger grips. Here's a look at those three types of grips, plus some info on the proper pressure to apply when holding the golf club.
Lowest 18-Hole Golf Scores
What is the lowest score ever posted in an 18-hole round of golf? Here is a look at that question.
What is the lowest score ever posted in an 18-hole round of golf? Here is a look at that question.
Hitting Down on the Ball
If you want a golf ball to go up, your golf swing must hit down on the ball. Hitting down on the ball with irons makes it go up, and a veteran teaching professional explains why.
If you want a golf ball to go up, your golf swing must hit down on the ball. Hitting down on the ball with irons makes it go up, and a veteran teaching professional explains why.
How to Clean Golf Clubs
Cleaning your golf clubs is an important chore that needs to be performed every so often to help keep your clubs in good shape.
Cleaning your golf clubs is an important chore that needs to be performed every so often to help keep your clubs in good shape.
Rules of Golf - Rule 27: Ba...
Rule 27 from the Official Rules of Golf, courtesy of the United States Golf Association.
Rule 27 from the Official Rules of Golf, courtesy of the United States Golf Association.
Golf Rules FAQ: What's the ...
Fourteen clubs are the maximum allowed in one player's bag. Any number below 14 is fine, but more than
Fourteen clubs are the maximum allowed in one player's bag. Any number below 14 is fine, but more than
Rules of Golf - Rules 26
Rule 26 from the Official Rules of Golf, courtesy of the United States Golf Association.
Rule 26 from the Official Rules of Golf, courtesy of the United States Golf Association.
Golf Handicap FAQ: What is ...
Equitable Stroke Control in golf is part of the USGA Handicap System and sets a per-hole maximum score that golfers can turn in for handicap purposes. Read the details and view the allowable scores.
Equitable Stroke Control in golf is part of the USGA Handicap System and sets a per-hole maximum score that golfers can turn in for handicap purposes. Read the details and view the allowable scores.
Allison Micheletti
Allison Micheletti was a cast member on the Golf Channel series Big Break Atlantis. Here is some information about her plus a photo.
Allison Micheletti was a cast member on the Golf Channel series Big Break Atlantis. Here is some information about her plus a photo.
2002 U.S. Open Golf Tournament - Results and Scores 2002 US Open
Read a recap of the 2002 U.S. Open golf tournament and view the list of final scores.
Read a recap of the 2002 U.S. Open golf tournament and view the list of final scores.
Ten Basic Rules & Etiquette
Playing your first round of golf can be intimidating. Will you know how to act on a golf course? Will you be unsure of yourself and the rules? Here's a quick primer - 10 basics of rules of etiquette - that will make your first round of golf go easier.
Playing your first round of golf can be intimidating. Will you know how to act on a golf course? Will you be unsure of yourself and the rules? Here's a quick primer - 10 basics of rules of etiquette - that will make your first round of golf go easier.
Balance, Rhythm in Golf Swing
See what good balance and rhythm looks like in the golf swing, and learn how to do it yourself.
See what good balance and rhythm looks like in the golf swing, and learn how to do it yourself.
What is Slope Rating
Slope rating (a term trademarked by the USGA) is a measurement of the difficulty of a golf course for
Slope rating (a term trademarked by the USGA) is a measurement of the difficulty of a golf course for
Red, Yellow and White Stakes
What do the different colored stakes and lines on a golf course signify? Find out what red, yellow and white stakes or lines mean on a golf course.
What do the different colored stakes and lines on a golf course signify? Find out what red, yellow and white stakes or lines mean on a golf course.
Golf Is Good For You
Is playing golf good exercise? Is it a valuable physical activity? A scientific study puts that question to rest for good with conclusions about calories burned and miles walked.
Is playing golf good exercise? Is it a valuable physical activity? A scientific study puts that question to rest for good with conclusions about calories burned and miles walked.
Golf Instruction Videos
Need help with your game? Check out these free golf instruction video clips from About.com.
Need help with your game? Check out these free golf instruction video clips from About.com.
Natalia Ghilzon
Natalia Ghilzon was a cast member on the Golf Channel series Big Break Atlantis. Here is some information about her plus a photo.
Natalia Ghilzon was a cast member on the Golf Channel series Big Break Atlantis. Here is some information about her plus a photo.
Golf Course Handicap Calculator
Figure your course handicap using this free course handicap calculator from the About Golf Guide.
Figure your course handicap using this free course handicap calculator from the About Golf Guide.
Fixing a Hook
Get these free tips for diagnosing the cause of your hook on the golf course, and fixing the problems so you can stop hooking the ball.
Get these free tips for diagnosing the cause of your hook on the golf course, and fixing the problems so you can stop hooking the ball.
2012 British Open Golf Tournament
View the dates and find out the site of the 2012 British Open golf tournament.
View the dates and find out the site of the 2012 British Open golf tournament.
Proper Trailing-Hand Grip
What is the proper way to place your trailing hand (bottom hand) on the handle of the golf club? This article gives step-by-step instruction for the proper trailing-hand grip.
What is the proper way to place your trailing hand (bottom hand) on the handle of the golf club? This article gives step-by-step instruction for the proper trailing-hand grip.
Kelly Villarreal
Kelly Villarreal was a cast member on the Golf Channel series Big Break Atlantis. Here is some information about her plus a photo.
Kelly Villarreal was a cast member on the Golf Channel series Big Break Atlantis. Here is some information about her plus a photo.
Golf Handicap FAQ
This Golf Handicap FAQ answers frequently asked questions about golf handicaps.
This Golf Handicap FAQ answers frequently asked questions about golf handicaps.
Qualifying for U.S. Open
Want to know how to qualify to play in the US Open golf tournament? This FAQ explains the process.
Want to know how to qualify to play in the US Open golf tournament? This FAQ explains the process.
Review: Callaway Diablo Octane
Does the Callaway Diablo Octane driver live up to its promise of greater distance? Depends on what kind of golfer you are.
Does the Callaway Diablo Octane driver live up to its promise of greater distance? Depends on what kind of golfer you are.
Marking the Scorecard
If you're a beginner, you might be unsure of some of the different ways to mark the golf scorecard. Here's a rundown of 10 of the most common methods for marking the scorecard.
If you're a beginner, you might be unsure of some of the different ways to mark the golf scorecard. Here's a rundown of 10 of the most common methods for marking the scorecard.
Definition: Four Ball
: Four Ball is a match pitting two teams of two players (a total of four balls being played, hence the
: Four Ball is a match pitting two teams of two players (a total of four balls being played, hence the
First Fowler First PGA Tour Win
Rickie Fowler poses with his girlfriend, Alexandra Browne, plus his mother and the trophy after winning the 2012 Wells Fargo Championship.
Rickie Fowler poses with his girlfriend, Alexandra Browne, plus his mother and the trophy after winning the 2012 Wells Fargo Championship.
Understanding Swingweight
What is swingweight in a golf club, and is it something every golfer needs to be concerned with? The About.com Golf Guide examines swingweight.
What is swingweight in a golf club, and is it something every golfer needs to be concerned with? The About.com Golf Guide examines swingweight.
What's In Your Bag?
Which golf clubs should you carry in your bag? That depends on your skill level.
Which golf clubs should you carry in your bag? That depends on your skill level.
6-8-10 Chipping Method
Need a little help with your chipping around greens? The 6-8-10 Method is a formula for success from instructor Mel Sole.
Need a little help with your chipping around greens? The 6-8-10 Method is a formula for success from instructor Mel Sole.
Introduction to Stableford
Are you unsure of how a Stableford Competition or Modified Stableford Competition is played? This introductions to Stableford from the About.com Golf Guide should help.
Are you unsure of how a Stableford Competition or Modified Stableford Competition is played? This introductions to Stableford from the About.com Golf Guide should help.
7-8-9 Method for Pitch Shots
Instructor Mel Sole explains the 7-8-9 Method, a formula for success in achieving consistency on pitch shots.
Instructor Mel Sole explains the 7-8-9 Method, a formula for success in achieving consistency on pitch shots.
Selanee Henderson
Selanee Henderson was a cast member on the Golf Channel series Big Break Atlantis. Here is some information about her plus a photo.
Selanee Henderson was a cast member on the Golf Channel series Big Break Atlantis. Here is some information about her plus a photo.
Beginners: Meet the Golf Clubs
Beginning golfers sometimes aren't sure which golf clubs do what, or why. Here, the About.com Golf Guides tries to help beginners understand the different types of golf clubs and their uses.
Beginning golfers sometimes aren't sure which golf clubs do what, or why. Here, the About.com Golf Guides tries to help beginners understand the different types of golf clubs and their uses.
Christina Stockton
Christina Stockton was a cast member on the Golf Channel series Big Break Atlantis. Here is some information about her plus a photo.
Christina Stockton was a cast member on the Golf Channel series Big Break Atlantis. Here is some information about her plus a photo.
TaylorMade RocketBallz
The TaylorMade RocketBallz Drivers - standard and Tour models - lead off this roundup and gallery of clubs in the company's RBZ line.
The TaylorMade RocketBallz Drivers - standard and Tour models - lead off this roundup and gallery of clubs in the company's RBZ line.
Golf Beginners FAQ: Do I Ne...
Wearing a golf glove is not a requirement, but it is recommended. There are some pro players - Fred Couples,
Wearing a golf glove is not a requirement, but it is recommended. There are some pro players - Fred Couples,
Hitting Down - Short Game
Instructor Clive Scarff explains how chipping and pitching are made more difficult by golfers who try to hit up rather than hitting down.
Instructor Clive Scarff explains how chipping and pitching are made more difficult by golfers who try to hit up rather than hitting down.
Shannon Fish
Shannon Fish was a cast member on the Golf Channel series Big Break Atlantis. Here is some information about her plus a photo.
Shannon Fish was a cast member on the Golf Channel series Big Break Atlantis. Here is some information about her plus a photo.
Golf Drivers - Reviews / News
Looking for reviews or news about golf drivers? Check the Golf Drivers page from the About.com Golf Guide for the latest info.
Looking for reviews or news about golf drivers? Check the Golf Drivers page from the About.com Golf Guide for the latest info.
How to Keep Score
Scoring in golf is sometimes a mystery to those unfamiliar with the sport because in golf - unlike most
Scoring in golf is sometimes a mystery to those unfamiliar with the sport because in golf - unlike most
Golf Etiquette
Brush up on golf etiquette to help keep the game enjoyable.
Brush up on golf etiquette to help keep the game enjoyable.
2001 British Open Golf Tournament
Read a recap of the 2001 British Open golf tournament and view the list of final scores.
Read a recap of the 2001 British Open golf tournament and view the list of final scores.
Golf Basics - Tips
Read these free golf tips that focus on the basics, including such fundamentals as alignment, posture and balance.
Read these free golf tips that focus on the basics, including such fundamentals as alignment, posture and balance.
Sand Shots - Three Keys to Successful Sand Play
Golf instructor Marty Fleckman discusses the three keys to successful play from greenside bunkers.
Golf instructor Marty Fleckman discusses the three keys to successful play from greenside bunkers.
Golf Irons - Reviews / News
Looking for reviews or news about golf irons? Check the Golf Irons page from the About.com Golf Guide for the latest info.
Looking for reviews or news about golf irons? Check the Golf Irons page from the About.com Golf Guide for the latest info.
Common Penalties under the ...
Unsure what the penalty is for a certain infraction during a round of golf? This page lists some of the most common infractions and what the penalties are.
Unsure what the penalty is for a certain infraction during a round of golf? This page lists some of the most common infractions and what the penalties are.
Golf Tips - Wedges
Shape up your play with wedges with these free tips on chipping, pitching and sand shots.
Shape up your play with wedges with these free tips on chipping, pitching and sand shots.
Mulligan
: A mulligan, most simply put, is a "do-over." Hit a bad shot? Take a mulligan and replay that stroke.
: A mulligan, most simply put, is a "do-over." Hit a bad shot? Take a mulligan and replay that stroke.
Ping G15 / i15 Driver Reviews
Are the Ping G15 and i15 drivers right for you? And if so, which one? Read this review of the two golf clubs.
Are the Ping G15 and i15 drivers right for you? And if so, which one? Read this review of the two golf clubs.
Golf Clubs - Length
Is there a standard length for golf clubs? Find out with this FAQ.
Is there a standard length for golf clubs? Find out with this FAQ.
Gloriana Soto
Gloriana Soto was a cast member on the Golf Channel series Big Break Atlantis. Here is some information about her plus a photo.
Gloriana Soto was a cast member on the Golf Channel series Big Break Atlantis. Here is some information about her plus a photo.
Golf Glamour Shots
Check out these photo galleries of sexy golf glamour shots, depicting popular golfers posing for photo shoots and dressed up to attend functions.
Check out these photo galleries of sexy golf glamour shots, depicting popular golfers posing for photo shoots and dressed up to attend functions.
How to Regrip Golf Clubs
Interested in learning how to regrip golf clubs on your own? A multiple winner of the European Clubfitter of the Year award demonstrates how to change your golf club grips.
Interested in learning how to regrip golf clubs on your own? A multiple winner of the European Clubfitter of the Year award demonstrates how to change your golf club grips.
Anya Alvarez
Anya Alvarez was a cast member on the Golf Channel series Big Break Atlantis. Here is some information about her plus a photo.
Anya Alvarez was a cast member on the Golf Channel series Big Break Atlantis. Here is some information about her plus a photo.
Big Break Atlantis Contestants
A group photo of the contestants on Big Break Atlantis.
A group photo of the contestants on Big Break Atlantis.
Aubrey McCormick
Aubrey McCormick was a cast member on the Golf Channel series Big Break Atlantis. Here is some information about her plus a photo.
Aubrey McCormick was a cast member on the Golf Channel series Big Break Atlantis. Here is some information about her plus a photo.
Mishit Tip Sheets
Get some quick tips for diagnosing and correcting top shots in golf.
Get some quick tips for diagnosing and correcting top shots in golf.
Bounce Angle
What is bounce angle in golf? It's a factor in the design of golf clubs, particularly wedges. Read the definition.
What is bounce angle in golf? It's a factor in the design of golf clubs, particularly wedges. Read the definition.
Buying Junior Golf Clubs
What should you look for in a set of golf clubs for your child? Frank Mantua, a top junior instructor and author, provides some suggestions in this guide for parents.
What should you look for in a set of golf clubs for your child? Frank Mantua, a top junior instructor and author, provides some suggestions in this guide for parents.
Marcela Leon
Marcela Leon was a cast member on the Golf Channel series Big Break Atlantis. Here is some information about her plus a photo.
Marcela Leon was a cast member on the Golf Channel series Big Break Atlantis. Here is some information about her plus a photo.
Definition: Shamble
What is a shamble golf tournament, and how is one played? Read this definition of the format for an explanation.
What is a shamble golf tournament, and how is one played? Read this definition of the format for an explanation.
Origin of Word Golf
Does the word golf stand for Gentlemen Only Ladies Forbidden? That's a popular myth, and it's not true. Find out the real origins of the word golf.
Does the word golf stand for Gentlemen Only Ladies Forbidden? That's a popular myth, and it's not true. Find out the real origins of the word golf.
Birdie
: "Birdie" is the term for scoring 1-under par on any individual golf hole. Par , remember, is the expected
: "Birdie" is the term for scoring 1-under par on any individual golf hole. Par , remember, is the expected
Common Golf Injuries
What are the most common injuries suffered by golfers? This list runs down 10 of them, and you can find out more about them - such as symptoms and possible treatments - by clicking through.
What are the most common injuries suffered by golfers? This list runs down 10 of them, and you can find out more about them - such as symptoms and possible treatments - by clicking through.
Match Play Rules
Match play is a very different game of golf from stroke play. How do the rules differ? Find out in this primer.
Match play is a very different game of golf from stroke play. How do the rules differ? Find out in this primer.
Definition: Bingo Bango Bongo
: Bingo Bango Bongo is a points-based game that can be played by any number of players, from two up.
: Bingo Bango Bongo is a points-based game that can be played by any number of players, from two up.
Ball Flight Tip Sheets
Here are some possible causes of a pull shot in golf.
Here are some possible causes of a pull shot in golf.
Meet the Utility/Hybrid Clubs
Beginning golfers sometimes aren't sure which golf clubs do what, or why. Here, the About.com Golf Guides tries to help beginners understand utility clubs and hybrids.
Beginning golfers sometimes aren't sure which golf clubs do what, or why. Here, the About.com Golf Guides tries to help beginners understand utility clubs and hybrids.
How High to Tee the Ball
How high should a golfer tee up his golf ball? The depends on the club being used and shot being played. Read these recommendations.
How high should a golfer tee up his golf ball? The depends on the club being used and shot being played. Read these recommendations.
Drills - Balance and Rhythm
Check out these drills that can help you develop good balance and rhythm in your golf swing.
Check out these drills that can help you develop good balance and rhythm in your golf swing.
Free Online Golf Games
Looking for some free online golf games? Here are a few suggestions for the best free online golf games out there on the Web.
Looking for some free online golf games? Here are a few suggestions for the best free online golf games out there on the Web.
Handicap Row on Scorecard
: What do the Numbers on the "Handicap" Row of the Scorecard Represent? : Most golf scorecards contain
: What do the Numbers on the "Handicap" Row of the Scorecard Represent? : Most golf scorecards contain
Definition: Texas Scramble
: Texas Scramble is a competition format that is a basic scramble with a slight twist. Scrambles involve
: Texas Scramble is a competition format that is a basic scramble with a slight twist. Scrambles involve
The Big Break
Look back at the history of The Big Break on the Golf Channel to view all winners and cast members.
Look back at the history of The Big Break on the Golf Channel to view all winners and cast members.
Golf Handicaps - An Overview
Get an overview of the USGA Handicap System and how golf handicaps help the game of golf.
Get an overview of the USGA Handicap System and how golf handicaps help the game of golf.
Choosing Right Set of Tees
How do you know which set of tees to play from on a golf course? That's the subject of this Beginners FAQ.
How do you know which set of tees to play from on a golf course? That's the subject of this Beginners FAQ.
US Open Golf Tournament
Learn more about the U.S. Open golf tournament, including dates and location; all past winners; plus tourney records, trivia and more facts and info.
Learn more about the U.S. Open golf tournament, including dates and location; all past winners; plus tourney records, trivia and more facts and info.
Golf Shafts FAQ
Check out these frequently asked questions about golf shafts. Better yet, check out their answers!
Check out these frequently asked questions about golf shafts. Better yet, check out their answers!
Definition: Calcutta
: The term "Calcutta" describes a type of auction-pool wagering that can be applied to golf and many
: The term "Calcutta" describes a type of auction-pool wagering that can be applied to golf and many
What is Torque?
The torque measurement of a golf shaft is often imprinted on the shaft, and is sometimes a consideration in choosing a shaft. But what is torque, and how important is it?
The torque measurement of a golf shaft is often imprinted on the shaft, and is sometimes a consideration in choosing a shaft. But what is torque, and how important is it?
Golf Balls - Reviews / News
Looking for reviews or news about golf balls? Check the Golf Balls page from the About.com Golf Guide for the latest info.
Looking for reviews or news about golf balls? Check the Golf Balls page from the About.com Golf Guide for the latest info.
Explaining the Callaway Scoring System
A definition of the golf term 'Callaway Systm' (or 'Callaway Scoring System') from the About.com Golf Glossary.
A definition of the golf term 'Callaway Systm' (or 'Callaway Scoring System') from the About.com Golf Glossary.
Best 18-Hole Score on PGA Tour
What is the record for lowest round of golf shot on the PGA Tour? Here's the answer.
What is the record for lowest round of golf shot on the PGA Tour? Here's the answer.
Golf Slang
This glossary of golf slang terms is part of the About.com Golf Glossary and provides the definitions you need.
This glossary of golf slang terms is part of the About.com Golf Glossary and provides the definitions you need.
Definition: Greensomes
: Greensomes, also known as Scotch Foursomes , is a competition format that is a variation of foursomes
: Greensomes, also known as Scotch Foursomes , is a competition format that is a variation of foursomes
Rules of Golf - Rule 20
Rule 20 from the Official Rules of Golf, courtesy of the United States Golf Association.
Rule 20 from the Official Rules of Golf, courtesy of the United States Golf Association.
British Open Winners
Look at the list of winners through the years, going back to 1860, of the British Open Golf Championship.
Look at the list of winners through the years, going back to 1860, of the British Open Golf Championship.
PGA Tour Records
Find out who holds the most important PGA Tour records with this run through the tour recordbook.
Find out who holds the most important PGA Tour records with this run through the tour recordbook.
Golf Demo Days Locator
Looking for a golf demo days event in your area? You can search manufacturers' demo days schedules from this article by the About Golf Guide.
Looking for a golf demo days event in your area? You can search manufacturers' demo days schedules from this article by the About Golf Guide.
Finding the Right Flex
What happens when you use golf clubs with the wrong shaft flex? Here are some of the effects.
What happens when you use golf clubs with the wrong shaft flex? Here are some of the effects.
Match Play Scoring
How do you keep score in match play? What do the different scores mean? Find out with this primer on match play scoring.
How do you keep score in match play? What do the different scores mean? Find out with this primer on match play scoring.
Hole-in-One Odds
What are the odds of making a hole-in-one in golf? Read this Golf FAQ to find out.
What are the odds of making a hole-in-one in golf? Read this Golf FAQ to find out.
Rules FAQ: Balls Collide
What's the ruling in golf when one player's ball collides with another player's golf ball? Read this FAQ to find the answer and the ruling.
What's the ruling in golf when one player's ball collides with another player's golf ball? Read this FAQ to find the answer and the ruling.
Rules of Golf - Rule 16
Rule 16 from the Official Rules of Golf, courtesy of the United States Golf Association.
Rule 16 from the Official Rules of Golf, courtesy of the United States Golf Association.
Career Grand Slam Winners
Find out which male golfers have won the career grand slam.
Find out which male golfers have won the career grand slam.
DIY Putter Fitting
If you have the do-it-yourself spirit, but also need a new putter and aren't sure what shaft length to request, here's a self-serve version of putter fitting that might help.
If you have the do-it-yourself spirit, but also need a new putter and aren't sure what shaft length to request, here's a self-serve version of putter fitting that might help.
Review: Cobra S3 Drivers
Read this review of the Cobra S3 and Cobra S3 Max drivers to learn if they live up to the hype.
Read this review of the Cobra S3 and Cobra S3 Max drivers to learn if they live up to the hype.
U.S. Open Champions
View a list of past champions, going back to 1895, of the U.S. Open golf championship.
View a list of past champions, going back to 1895, of the U.S. Open golf championship.
Golf Rules FAQ
This Golf Rules FAQ answers frequently asked questions about the Rules of Golf.
This Golf Rules FAQ answers frequently asked questions about the Rules of Golf.
Numbers on Golf Ball
Almost all golf balls come with at least one number printed on them, and some have several numbers on them. What do these numbers mean? Here is an explanation of the golf ball numbers you might encounter.
Almost all golf balls come with at least one number printed on them, and some have several numbers on them. What do these numbers mean? Here is an explanation of the golf ball numbers you might encounter.
Cheyenne Woods Pictures
Check out this photo gallery of Cheyenne Woods pictures from the 2009 Wegmans LPGA tournament.
Check out this photo gallery of Cheyenne Woods pictures from the 2009 Wegmans LPGA tournament.
Scratch Golfer
What is a scratch golfer? There is an official definition as part of the handicap system, and there is also a general usage of the term. Read the definitions of both for an explanation of the term's meaning.
What is a scratch golfer? There is an official definition as part of the handicap system, and there is also a general usage of the term. Read the definitions of both for an explanation of the term's meaning.
Get Fit for Golf Clubs
A custom clubfitting should be on your list of things to do if you are considering buying new golf clubs.
A custom clubfitting should be on your list of things to do if you are considering buying new golf clubs.
Definition: Chapman System
: "Chapman System" is the name of a 2-person team competition format named after Dick Chapman, a great
: "Chapman System" is the name of a 2-person team competition format named after Dick Chapman, a great
Par-5 Holes-in-One
Has any golfer scored a hole-in-one on a par-5 hole? That question is answered in this FAQ entry.
Has any golfer scored a hole-in-one on a par-5 hole? That question is answered in this FAQ entry.
Hogan's Alley FAQ
What are certain golf courses and golf holes nicknamed Hogan's Alley? This entry in the About.com Golf History FAQ explains.
What are certain golf courses and golf holes nicknamed Hogan's Alley? This entry in the About.com Golf History FAQ explains.
Before You Buy New Clubs
Are you preparing to replace your old golf clubs with new ones? Here are a few things to keep in mind before you buy new golf clubs.
Are you preparing to replace your old golf clubs with new ones? Here are a few things to keep in mind before you buy new golf clubs.
Lunge with a Twist
Lunge with a Twist is the name of this exercise designed to help golfers increase their swing speed, and thereby their yardage.
Lunge with a Twist is the name of this exercise designed to help golfers increase their swing speed, and thereby their yardage.
Draw
: A "draw" is a flight path of the ball in which the ball curves gently right-to-left for a right-handed
: A "draw" is a flight path of the ball in which the ball curves gently right-to-left for a right-handed
Lead Tape on Golf Clubs
Lead tape is available to golfers who want to add the tape to their clubheads. Why do some golfers do this, and what is the effect?
Lead tape is available to golfers who want to add the tape to their clubheads. Why do some golfers do this, and what is the effect?
Golf Dress Code
Many golf courses do have dress codes. But not all. Many municipal golf courses do not have dress codes
Many golf courses do have dress codes. But not all. Many municipal golf courses do not have dress codes
Definition: Foursomes
: Foursomes is a competition format in which teams are comprised of two players each, and the players
: Foursomes is a competition format in which teams are comprised of two players each, and the players
What Is Course Handicap
From the Golf Handicap FAQ, the About Golf Guide explains the meaning and role of course handicaps.
From the Golf Handicap FAQ, the About Golf Guide explains the meaning and role of course handicaps.
Rules of Golf 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.
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.
Handicap Index (USGA Handic...
: A USGA Handicap Index is a numeral, to one decimal place, that represents a golfer's potential for
: A USGA Handicap Index is a numeral, to one decimal place, that represents a golfer's potential for
Cleveland CG16 Irons Review
Do the Cleveland CG16 irons live up to the company's 'longer and lighter' catchphrase? Read this review from About.com Golf to find out.
Do the Cleveland CG16 irons live up to the company's 'longer and lighter' catchphrase? Read this review from About.com Golf to find out.
Definition: Wolf
Wolf is the name of a betting game or points game played by golfers within a group of four. Read this defintion to learn how the game works.
Wolf is the name of a betting game or points game played by golfers within a group of four. Read this defintion to learn how the game works.
Definition: Better Ball
What is a Better Ball tournament in golf? Read this definition for an explanation of the competition format.
What is a Better Ball tournament in golf? Read this definition for an explanation of the competition format.
Golf Scoring Terms
What do golf scoring terms such as birdie and bogey, eagle and par, mean? Here is the answer from the Golf Beginners FAQ.
What do golf scoring terms such as birdie and bogey, eagle and par, mean? Here is the answer from the Golf Beginners FAQ.