Golf Tips

Speed up your game

Red Deer Advocate - August 26, 2009
Golf, one of the most — if not the most — diverse games in the world! Played on every continent, and in most countries around the world, the game of golf has almost no boundaries. No matter of your age, physical ability, mental capacity or status within society, the game of golf offers and affor... more »

Speed and finish key in hitting the long ball

Red Deer Advocate - July 10, 2009
Golf, a game of the ages which is satisfying and appealing to many different audiences. I have never seen a sport or recreation that is appealing to such a wide variety of people. No matter of your age, gender, athleticism or status within the community, golf simply appeals to all. The game seem... more »

Fairway bunkers make golf. . . hazardous

Red Deer Advocate - July 10, 2009
A walk in the park as golf is sometime referred to . . . well, this is as good as it gets. How can you go wrong? You spend a few hours with friends or colleagues outdoors, enjoying the beautiful surroundings, wildlife, and fresh air that exist on all courses. Golf may be the excuse, but the ser... more »

How not to let a bunker shot ruin your round

Red Deer Advocate - July 10, 2009
When I think of the beach, happy thoughts come to mind ­ ­— bare feet, shorts, sun, sand castles, water sports and possibly even a margarita. Everything about the beach makes me happy and relaxed! This is not necessarily the case on the golf course. For many golfers, a trip to the beach can be th... more »

Get out of the rough the first time

Red Deer Advocate - July 10, 2009
For the first time this year it feels like summer! This past week we have seen seasonal warm weather and it appears, according to the weather man, that we shall continue to experience the true heat of summer. Great golfing weather has finally arrived and hopefully is here to stay. Practice makes p... more »

Golf is an up, down game

Red Deer Advocate - July 10, 2009
“Up and down” is truly one of the happiest phrases in golf. This phrase refers to hitting the shot on the green close to the hole and then making a one putt. It’s guaranteed to lower your scores and make your round much more enjoyable. Typically used and referred to when we are close to the gr... more »