9 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…

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Introducing 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…

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10 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…

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How 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…

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90 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…

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A 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…

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10 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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60 One-Sentence Driver Tips

Need some help off the tee? Here are 60 one-sentence driver tips from GOLF’s Top 100 Teachers BY: LUKE KERR-DINEEN We asked our Top 100 Teacher for a quick one-liner to help us improve our drives. They didn’t disappoint. There’s no substitute for hard work, but as golfers will attest, there’s also nothing that compares to…

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