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Why do golfers say 'fore' and not some other term?
It is short for 'ware 'fore, which is to say beware before, or ahead. Answer Forecaddies are used to walk on ahead and wait...
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How do you calculate your handicap?
The calculation is explained here: http://golf.about.com/cs/handicapping/a/howcalculated.htm Answer To obtain handicap you...
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What causes golf shots to be extremely low without trajectory and how can it be corrected?
Scott,There are lots of reaons this can happen. The main thing that causes this,is because the club head is delofted at...
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What are the 5 most important golf tips you would give to a new person just starting golf?
1. Visit a practice range but only hit doing half swings with a 7-iron. Take it back so the club points straight behind you (3...
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What is the press-repress system of golf scoring?
Press-Repress simply refers to a doubling then tripling of the wager. Normally one team or person will "press" and the other...
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If a golfer is left-handed is there anything he should be aware of if they golf right?
hey yo be careful of shanking the ball right when golfing right handed. i normally golfed right until i got my own clubs and...
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Can you get an official golf handicap without being a member of a club?
You don't have to be a member of a country club but you do have to be a member of an established golf league. If you have enough...
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What is the usual cause for hitting the ball off the toe of the club and what is a good drill to correct this?
Possible causes: 1. Too far away from ball. 2. "Flinching", or bringing your hands and arms in to your body at impact. ...
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When using irons 2-7 how can you stay under the ball and get it into the air when you are always hitting the top?
The club should be decending at impact with the ball. If you are topping the ball most likely you are hitting the ball on the up...
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Who is or was Andy Robertson?
I also have a "Andy Anderson" Burr Key Bilt putter that was my mothers. She played in the 1920's before marrying. Burr Key was a...
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How can you improve your back swing?
you should start the backswing by swinging your arms back with no thought of your shoulders turning. Avoid trying to turn your...
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Do pros change their grip when they want to shape the ball?
Some do, some don't. It is just personal preferance and a comfortability factor.
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What is a 'birdie'?
One stroke below par for a given hole.
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When a golfer takes a drop should his arm be in front or to the side?
It's simple no closer to the hole. Before you had to face the hole and drop over your shoulder again no closer to the hole. ...
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Will someone explain the point quota scoring system for golf?
Subtract your handicap from 36. This becomes the "quota" that you must meet. You get 8 points for an eagle, 4 points for a...
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Does the Medicus club improve your golf swing?
Medicus Club Improves Swing? In my 15 years of teaching golf professionally and over 30 years in learning this is one of the...
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Who was Tony Lema?
Tony Lema This will give you a little info:...
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Where can you find information on Schavolite Corp who made golf clubs in 1940's?
According to Ronald O. John, "The Vintage Era of Golf Collectibles, Identification and Value Guide', published 2002, on page 88 &...
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How rare is a 'hole in one'?
Approximate odds are 8200 to 1 on a average length par three hole tee.
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What is a power drive in golf?
If you are playing in a 4 man scramble tournament a "power drive" allows each person who chooses to move up 1 tee box to hit....
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With a 24 handicap how many shots do you get on each hole before you pick up?
Aloha, As many as you want until the ball is in the hole as long as you don't hold up the play of the golf course. No matter how...
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How is the yardage figured from tee to green?
By the shape of the hole, not line of flight or how the crow flies.
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What 5 letter word would be a synonym for 'tee off'?
Drive.
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What are the odds of having back to back 2's on a golf course?
Holes in one - Odds of back to back The odds of course depend on what par is for the hole, and the skill level of the...
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What happened to golf's Rod Pampling?
http://www.theaustralian.news.com.au/common/story_page/0,5744,11938100%255E23213,00.html Answer He's enoying his first...
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How long is David Duval exempt?
He is exempt through 2006. He received a five year exemption for his win at the 2001 British Open. Answer It is correct that...
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What is billy goldstone?
The part of the club which strikes the ball is reversed on the left-handed golf club. Answer No. A LH club is the...
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What year did the Ben Hogan Co start making putters?
I believe Bettinardi had been creating putters under the Ben Hogan brand since the 90s.
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How do you fix the problem of hands and arms moving faster on the downswing than the lower body shifting from the right side back to the left side?
At the top of your backswing, try "uncoiling" your hips by turning your left front pocket counterclockwise so that at the end of...
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If a married committee member of a golf club has an affair with a married female club member would this be deemed as bad conduct?
No, it's considered adultery. The words "bad conduct" are presumably meant to be vague and open to interpretation. Answer...
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When playing the 1st 2nd or third stage of q school do you also win money if you play well?
If you finish in the top percentage at the 3rd stage only, you win some cash.
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What swing faults cause shafts to break from the club head at the hosel?
Assuming the broken club is a driver, the area on the shaft just above the hosel impacts at a teed up ball rather than the club...
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Can you approximate a handicap when all you have played is a 9 hole executive course 1603 yds and a par 30 with an average score of 46?
Handicap Your handicap would be 8 Answer No, it definitely would not be an 8. First of all, yes, you can extrapolate...
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In golf how do you get better at aligning yourself toward the target?
alignment is a key element to the golf swing. while at the range try placing two clubs down on the ground. one club will be for...
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If a player wins more than one tournament a year how many years exemption does he get and if he wins any in his years of exemption what happens?
Exemption earned for winning on tour A PGA Tour player earns a 2 year exemption for winning a regular event, and a 5 year...
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How does system 36 work in golf scoring?
SYSTEM 36 System 36 is a method of handicapping a tournament when many competitors simply don't carry a true handicap issued...
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When you are playing off an 8 handicap how many single drops are you supposed to take or do you have to take 8 double drops before you can start taking single drops?
Please be more clear in your question as I have absolutly no idea what you are saying (10 handicap)
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Does golfing ruin your batting swing in baseball?
Golf Ruins Batting Swing? YES, the worst thing for a baseball swing is Golf and the worst thing for a golf swing is baseball....
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What are the chances of someone getting a golf scholarship for college?
Try searching for Professional Golf Management major type scholarships. There are millions of scholarships out there so maybe...
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What is a bogey?
Each hole has an established par--the number of strokes (counting putts) that are considered the amount it should take to get the...
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What are the best Walt Disney World resorts for golfers?
Disney for Golfers Common recommendations: the military discount resort Shades of Green, plus the Disney Resorts Old Key...
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How long should a beginner at golf hit an 8 iron?
The answer to this is it depends. It depends upon your age, the quality of your club, the ball you are using, the conditions etc...
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How do you take the governor off a golf cart?
The speed limiter is on there for a very good reason. Golf Carts are very unstable and easily turned over. For that reason and...
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What are the most important aspects of a club hitting a ball that have be taken into account?
Swing path and club face square to the line of the intended target. Make sure that your club face is actually aimed at the...
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In Order of Merit what is the points system like?
On the European tour, it simply works by how much money has been earned during the season. It is calculated in Euros and whoever...
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What players with Z in their names have beaten Greg Norman in a golf playoff?
Zoeller and Mize
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What is the purpose of different colored tees?
The colored tees are purely decorative. The unpainted natural wooden ones are preferred by most golf courses for decomposition...
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How do you shop for a golf putter online?
Shopping for a Putter Online It's not a good idea to do that. It's best to go to a golf store and buy one. Everyone is...
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Replace brakes on Club Car golf carts?
its just as simple as replaceing your brakes on your car, take the tire off, 3/4" socket will do, then take a pair of needle nose...
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When and where was the golf cart invented?
It was invented in scotland in 1946. The golf cart was invented by John "Doc" Keegan, a retired dentist.
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What are the chances of getting Masters practice round tickets through their application and lottery selection process?
Do not know the odds of getting a Ticket in the Lottery process of the Masters but would suggest that you apply in more than one...
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What is a Nassau?
Nassau is when u play three separate matches during an 18 hole round. For example you play the front for a dollar the back for a...
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What are the approximate odds of making a hole in one?
I found this article that talks about a Golf Digest article that states the odds- September 2005 Issue Michel Hepp What Are...
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Under what circumstances should a ball be lifted and marked on the green as a courtesy to the others?
Rule #22 in The Rules of Golf says when the ball interferes or assists an opponents ball.
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Is the new Walter Hagen driver worth the money?
I hit the new Walter Hagen 460 comp 5 time at Dick's Sporting Goods and my shortest drive was 238 yds and my longest was 246 yds,...
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What are the best golf courses at Walt Disney World?
Walt Disney World features six golf courses, each with a distinctly different character. Oak Trail has nine holes and is rated...
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Can you still use a golf club if the piece connecting the shaft and the head no longer sticks?
Well, if you are talking about the small black plastic piece that sits where the shaft meets the hosel, which is called a...
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Who tees off from the tee?
at the begining of every one of the 18 holes each player must tee off from the tee Answer By FutureLPGAgolfer I tee off from...
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How many tees are on the golf field?
18...people keep extra tees in their golf bags though...but there are 18 ON the golf field..as you call it.
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What is the difference between a regular golf bag and a left-handed golf bag?
A left handed golf bag is set up so you could pick the bag up with your left hand,,,,,,,while having the bag on your back the...
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Where is golfer Kyle Phillips?
If you mean the golf course designer, try http://www.kylephillips.com/experience.html
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What is the purpose of different colored tees in golf?
The different Tee's in golf are established for different groups. You start with the ladies tees, senior and then men's. It is...
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Where should a left-handed golfer at 5'0 and a driver that is 45.25 inches long place their tee shot at?
The key factor in the placement of "where to position the golfball" is based upon the position of the golf swing arc where it...
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I am student doing research on why do women golf over age fifty - seeking spiritual and emotional reasons please?
by FutureLPGAgolfer I'm not even close to fifty but I have talked to fifty year olds that play golf. They play golf because it...
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How do you calculate points under System 36?
System 36 (For Open Amateur Competition when handicap is not available) During the game player carries no handicap. - For a...
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Did Tony Lema ever play in a golf tournament in Pensacola Florida?
Lema Plays in Pensacola Yes, according to a PGA record book, Lema played in the 1958 Pensacola open. Wayne Swanson
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What is the longest drive recorded during match play in golf?
by FutureLPGAgolferDuring match play it is EXACTLY 394! I searched this answer up and I'm 100% sir it's correct.
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What is considered a round of golf?
When you say: "I have just completed a round of golf." Generally you are saying that you have just played golf. Usually 9 or 18...
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If all the US pro golfers were asked if they could choose one tournament a year to win which one would it be?
I would guess that U.S. golfers think that the Masters is the one to win with the U.S. Open coming in second. Only one opinion.
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Why is it easier to hit a nine iron vs a four iron?
i asked the same question to my coach she said its because the four iron is longer there fore it need more speed to get a good...
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How do you play a Texas Scramble in golf?
Texas Scramble Rules 1. Each team will consist of four players. 2. All players can tee off at each hole. 3. The nominated team...
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Pronunciation of Isao Aoki?
Isao Aoki pronunciation eye-say-oh eye-oh-key
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Which golf venue set the standard round of golf at 18 holes?
The Royal & Ancient Golf Club was founded in 1754. The club set a number of standards for the game, including the 18 hole...
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Daily bonus password on the golf channel?
The password was Series saturday's answer was seven what was sunday's Answer 10/5/07 - SWING 10/7/07 - PUTT
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If in a stableford friendly match all players decide to play off three-quarters their handicap is three-quarters of scratch still scratch or plus one?
Your stroke allowance will still be 0 as three quarters of nothing is nothing.If your handicap was plus 1 then three quarters...
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What is the value of a Payne Stewart NFL card showing his PGA picture?
Apparently, 50 cents...
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What is the cause of hitting your irons off the heel of the club?
I'm assuming that you're refering to the area where the face of the club and the shaft meet. If this is the case, there could be...
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Is it possible to create sparks when you hit a golf ball with your driver?
no Answer no, golfballs are plastic and can not cause a reaction to form a spark when struck with the driver, only if you're...
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What are some important facts to know about golf?
Number 1: You play by the rules, even if no one else is watching. Other competitive sports have officials watching everyone all...
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How do you get a Golf Handicap?
Quoting the "USGA Handicap System", Part II, Section 3, The Player: "3-1. Obtaining a USGA Handicap Index In order to...
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What is a good golf handicap?
Depends on what you mean by "good". A handicap for a good player is as low as possible. A good handicap to win a match is as high...
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How do you handicap alternate shots in golf on two-man teams?
handicap for alternate shot format-2 man Typically, you take 50% of the combined handicaps of both players. Then you apply the...
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How do you convert degrees to numbers on golf clubs and what would 14point5 and 16point5 degrees be in numbers?
Clubhead Number vs. Loft There's no definite standard. A 2 iron is typically 18°, with each successive club having 3°...
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You're playing a match and you give 5 strokes because of the handicap at the end of the 18 holes you are tied what's next you go to play sudden death and give another 5 strokes or you play square?
It depends which hole you're playing. I think you have the handicap idea mixed up. When you give the strokes, you don't just...
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Why is laura baugh no longer on the golf channel?
As of July 2007, Laura is the still the Golf Channel's LPGA golf analyst.
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Where can I get a golf cart wiring diagram?
See Related Links See the Related Links for "Valley View Golf Carts Can help" to the bottom for the answer. You can ask those...
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How are the first round pairings determined for a professional golf tournament?
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What is Golfwrx.com?
by FutureLPGAgolferWhat do you mean what is it? It's a website that shows which clubs are new and how they are good. Which...
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Chi Chi Rodriguez do for a living?
professional golfer
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When is the next Open at Muirfield?
Muifield is one of the nine courses in the rotation for British Open venues. Currently the R and A have only published Open dates...
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How many players can sign up for the Nationwide tour?
It depends on how many qualify, usually between 200-300.
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What is the value of Andy Robertson clubs engraved with four leaf clover stamps?
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What was the date of when golf was invented?
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What is the difference between women's and men's golf balls?
There isn't any difference in the balls. It is the distance of the tee from the hole which balances things out. Answer...
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How can you contact Nathaniel Crosby?
You could contact Nathaniel Crosby via email nat@thegolfagency.com or by phone (561)-626-9701.
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How many golfers worldwide have their PGA card?
There are currently 287 active players on the PGA Tour that have their tour card. There are also countless thousands of club...
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How does the point system in golf work?
Eagle - +3 Birdie - +1 Par - 0 Bogie - -1 Double Bogie - -3
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How do you get a golf pro-card?
To be a class A member of the PGA of America you have to go threw an education proccess, pass a playing abiliy test, acquire...
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If on a par 3 hole player A lays 1 near the hole and player B's tee shot bumps the ball of player A knocking it in the hole how is that scored?
Golf Question The A ball should be put back in its spot to the best of your ability.
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When did the PGA European Tour start?
PGA European Tour The PGA European Tour started in 1984.
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