Golf Madness Blog

Do you often play match play format or just occasionally? If you're a regular match play player then I bet you already know most of the below strategies. But if you're playing match play every now...

Strategy is a huge part of the wonderful game of golf. Without strategy, golfers can get stuck in a rut, but by having a strategy, they can become better players and start to take their game to the...

The proper club face at address is incredibly important for golfers to consider. When your club face is square, you will give yourself a much better chance of hitting a straight shot that continues...

Is there a par 2 in golf? The USGA defines par as a hole that is between a par 3 and a par 6. Therefore a par 2 would not be considered regulation; however, there are some instances when you will...

Is it ok to play golf every day? Short answer is: Yes, it is okay to play golf every day! There’s nothing inherently wrong with it. But that statement is not without a few caveats....

Most golfers are accustomed to a par 3, 4, or 5 golf hole. These are the standard that you can find at any golf course. However, many players ask if there are other options for golf holes, like a...

Have you ever played a golf hole that felt like it would never end? Some golfers wish that a par of 7 was the standard for many holes, especially those with trouble down the left and right side....

What is golf course management strategy and how to form one? Golf strategy is a very complex thing and even more complex to form, but you can greatly benefit from it when you have one in place....

Golf has a lot of health benefits despite some people think that you just walk the course and enjoy in nature. Let's take a look at the top 21 golf health benefits. Some of them are far more simple...

When you first start playing the game of golf, it can get overwhelming. In addition to finding time to play on the course, you will be encouraged to practice as well. Some players are naturally...

One of the major problems that the game of golf has experienced through the years is the issue of slow play. Golfers don’t always intend to play slow, but it happens. However, more...

Putting is, without a doubt, the most important part of the golf game. A few days ago a friend asked me: "How can I practice putting at home?"

If you want to choose one thing to work on this year...

Have you always wanted to break 80? The percentage of golfers that break 80 is pretty low, but let's take a look how much and why...

Breaking 80 in golf is sort of a right of passage where...

It’s one thing to not be skilled enough to shoot 70, 80, or whatever. It’s another to throw strokes away and leave the course every time asking how do I stop wasting golf shots.

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A full round of golf has 18 holes, and for golfers, this number feels standard or common. However, from the outside, looking in the number 18 may not seem like a standard choice. Why is it not 20...

When golfers hit their tee shot, there are typically three ball flight patterns to expect. These include a straight shot, a slice, and a hook. Of course, there are variations like the fade and the...

Strokes are lost everywhere by golfers as bad shots do not discriminate. The only way to eliminate lost strokes is being able to identify them. Find the problem, fix the problem. If your answer to...

How do you play aggressive golf without costing yourself shot after shot? Calculated risks. An aggressive shot is usually the one that has a low likelihood of succeeding, but you give yourself a...

Chips are short shots, but are crucial to keeping your overall score low. I gathered 23 short tips on chipping so you can find the best ones that suit you and improve your chipping.

Playing a smart round of golf can do more for your score than any fix to your golf swing - even a major one. But, learning to play smartly is no small task. I can’t be there with you on the...

Does golf require strategy? Golf not only requires strategy, but is a game of it. Skilled golfers manoeuvre the course like a chess board. Lesser skilled players learn to limit their mistakes...

Will golf lessons help? If, like most amateur golfers, you’ve spent some time at the driving range, on your local course, or in the pro shop, you’ve probably seen advertising for golf...

Is it possible to learn to play golf at 60 years of age? Many golfers wonder if golf is a good game in retirement or if it should be saved for younger people. The good news is that golf can be a...

Finding the right distance on a putt can be a little tricky, especially for beginner golfers.

When standing out in the fairway looking at a golf hole, you can use a laser rangefinder or GPS unit to...