Golf Tips
Miss it quick: 8 ways to play faster golf
From a pre-shot routine to where you position your golf cart, there are many ways to save seconds and minutes, making a round of golf more enjoyable for everyone. Tim Gavrich “Play well, play fast. Play poorly, play faster.“ Pace of play: Remember these 8 rules to play faster Rule #1: Remember why you’re on…
Read More18 reasons why your pace of play might be too slow on the golf course
Brandon Tucker Why is pace of play such an issue for many golfers in the United States? Having played this game with what feels like just about every demographic possible, I’m convinced that most of us actually don’t take too long on our pre-shot routine, or spend too much time reading the greens. Slow play,…
Read More9 golf-cart driving rules that every golfer should follow
BY: JOSH SENS In the Etiquetteist’s opinion, the best golf book of all time is not the story of a sweet-swinging Scottish mystic, or an up-from-nothing caddie, or a fabled fourball at Cypress Point. It’s “Leslie Nielsen’s Stupid Little Golf Book”, a collection of absurdist tips and insights co-authored by the late, great comic actor and Naked Gun star. In…
Read MoreIntroducing Joe Caruso Golf Online
We’re beyond excited to introduce Joe Caruso Golf Online! This coaching program is designed to make expert instruction and personalized feedback more accessible, convenient, and affordable for trail members. Whether you’re just starting out or looking to perfect your technique, our online program offers a flexible way to improve your game from anywhere. How does…
Read More10 pace-of-play rules every golfer should follow on the course
BY: ZEPHYR MELTON Pace of play is a hot topic in golf. Slow play is one of the cardinal sins of golf. Give yourself a putt outside the leather? Sure. Show up a couple minutes after your tee time? Okay. Use a foot wedge in the trees? Not the end of the world. But if you play…
Read More2 Simple Driver Tips for Longer and Straighter Drives
Two simple driver tips that will give you more distance and accuracy off the tee so you can step up to the tee box with confidence every time.
Read MoreHow to Rake a Bunker
Superintendents work hard to provide good bunker playability and presentation, but the maintenance team can only do so much. Once they have completed daily bunker maintenance it’s in our hands as golfers to keep bunkers looking and playing great. Doing a good job raking bunkers is an easy way to maintain good playing conditions for…
Read More90 Degree Cart Rule
The “90-Degree Rule” is something golf courses put into place when they want to allow the convenience of golf carts but minimize the impact of those carts on the golf course’s fairway grass. On the Alamo City Golf Trail the 90-degree rule is in ALWAYS in effect. What it means: Key Takeaways: 90-Degree Rule How to Drive the…
Read MoreA cold-weather golf guide: How to play your best when temperatures are down
Fall weather is in full swing, and for many of us, that means brightly colored leaves and colder weather. Give yourself an advantage as those temperatures drop by making these adjustments to help you play your best as you combat the freezing conditions. Stop leaving your clubs in the car Even though you probably think…
Read More10 ways to stop topping the ball
BY: KELLIE STENZEL, TOP 100 TEACHER Topping the ball can kill a round. If you’re a golfer who tends to top the ball, the first step in hitting better shots is readjusting your mindset. This means you must learn to hit the ground with each swing; including your practice swings. Get over any fear of a mishit by…
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