As a golfer, you are always looking for an edge. If you can get in even one more round of golf per month, or shave a couple of strokes off your score, it can make a difference in your overall enjoyment of the game. If you’re like me and I know I am, there’s nothing better than a day on the links.
I started this blog to help others start their journey to lowering their golf handicap and playing at their best. From setting goals and committing to them, to finding the right equipment for your swing and budget, I’m here to help you along the way.
I am Mark Stone, an avid golfer since college (almost 2 decades now). I play golf as often as possible, though with a wife and two kids under 4 years old, it’s not always easy. My handicap is currently 8.4 and my goal is single digit by 2015 if possible.
I have been working on a new way to lower my golf handicap. I’ve read some books and studied what the pros do, but I haven’t seen any improvement.
So, I decided to try something different. I set a goal of lowering my handicap by 1 stroke every month. Yes, this is aggressive, but I think it is attainable.
I am shooting for a 10 handicap by the end of the summer, and we’ll see where we go from there.
I have already been taking lessons with a local professional and plan on continuing that through the summer months in order to improve my game more quickly.
I will continue posting my results each month as well as playing tips and techniques that I discover along the way.
It is often said that the only way to lower your golf handicap is by playing more. If you’re an avid golfer, then this might be good news for you. For those of us who don’t have time to play more, we’ll have to rely on other methods.
I want to discuss some of the best ways to lower your golf handicap when you’re not playing much golf. All of these techniques revolve around setting goals and a plan for achieving those goals.
If you have read any of my other articles on this site, you know that I love to set goals and make plans. So it should come as no surprise that I have a game plan for lowering my golf handicap. It is a pretty simple plan and I believe it will be effective. And the best part? It is all free!
When I first started playing golf, I was not very good. It took me forever to get the hang of the swing, chipping and putting were not easy at all, and I had a hard time keeping score. Now that I am more experienced, I want to take my game to the next level. The first step in taking your game to the next level is lowering your golf handicap. An acceptable handicap should be 18 or less.
The best way to lower your golf handicap is by setting small achievable goals each day. Here is an example of how you might set up your goals:
Week 1: Play 4 rounds of golf with a friend or by myself.
Week 2: Practice 10 minutes per day (putting, chipping, driving).
You want to lower your golf handicap, but where do you start? I’ve been in your shoes before.
A few years ago I was an average golfer, with an 18 handicap. My buddies and I would go out for a round of golf with the intent of having fun, and we usually ended up drinking beers on the 14th hole. The only reason I stuck with it was because my father-in-law taught me how to play, and it became more about spending time with him than anything else.
As the years went by, he started slowing down and playing less frequently. When he did go out and play, his scores would be higher than they used to be. It broke my heart to watch his golf game deteriorate over time. He wasn’t the same golfer anymore that taught me how to play in the first place.
After one round of golf together he said something that really struck a chord with me: “If I could do it all over again, I would have practiced more when I was younger and taken this game more seriously.”
That day changed everything for me. It made me realize that one day it may be too late for me as well if I didn’t
In my previous blog post, I discussed the importance of setting goals for your golf game. While lofty goals are certainly important, it is also important to have a plan for achieving those goals. This can be a difficult process and I find that many golfers get discouraged along the way. Consider this blog post as a step-by-step guide to help you achieve your golf goals.
Step 1: Where do you start?
The first thing you need to do is identify your current level of skill. You do this by signing up for a GHIN handicap through the Utah Golf Association (http://www.uga.org/handicap/). This will give you an official handicap based on your most recent scores in UGA sanctioned tournaments. An official handicap is necessary when competing in UGA tournaments and it is also useful for measuring improvement in your game over time. If you’ve never played competitive golf before, now is the time to start! The UGA keeps track of all the tournaments happening around Utah and their website makes it easy to find and register for tournaments that interest you.
If competitive golf isn’t your thing, there are other ways to determine where you stand in terms of skill level. One method is to take a golf lesson from
One of the most rewarding aspects of the game is to test yourself against a variety of different courses, so if you have time (and money) you should travel to play as many courses as possible. Although there are some great golf courses in this country, for those looking for a more exotic location then why not consider travelling abroad.
There are some fantastic golf resorts all over the world that offer challenging play, luxurious accommodation and stunning views. Here we take a look at some of the best golfing destinations around the world:
AUSTRALIA
Australia has a large number of professional golfers who perform well on the European Tour and PGA, so it is unsurprising that there are some excellent golf courses on offer. The Greg Norman-designed course at Barnbougle Dunes Golf Course is ranked as one of the top ten courses outside of America. It offers breathtaking views across Bass Strait and has been described by many as a ‘must play’ course. It is located in Bridport near Launceston in Tasmania and is sure to be an enjoyable experience for any golfer lucky enough to get a tee time.
SPAIN
Spain is a popular holiday destination for many people, with its beautiful beaches and vibrant cities attracting tourists from around the world. It