Golf Tips from the Pro

Are you aware that through golf’s handicapping system you could call up Tiger Woods, challenge him to a match and actually have it be competitive. One of the great inventions of golf is the system of handicaps. By entering your 9 or 18 hole scores into our state handicapping system, you receive a handicap or the number of strokes you are entitled to when competing in a match against a scratch golfer. The benefits from this nominal yearly fee include the ability to track your improvement, the ability to play in tournaments that are handicapped or flighted, and the ability to play side games or matches within your weekly foursome. As a PGA Professional, I really advocate maintaining a handicap to track your progress as a player and as a person. On the golf side, your recent score history and your handicap trend is a good barometer of your progression. On the personal side, keeping an accurate handicap teaches you honor for the game and honestly to yourself. Ask your home course if you can sign up for a handicap today.