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Looking for a festive alternative to turkey or ham? A single Cornish hen can feed two people — and add a dose of elegance to the plate, too.

The post At Cabot Cape Breton, the Cornish hen is a decadent delight appeared first on Golf.

Carlota Ciganda, behind a memorable finish, led the European comeback at the Solheim Cup, and it made for one of 2023’s biggest stories.

The post Carlota Ciganda leads European Solheim Cup comeback: 2023 biggest stories appeared first on Golf.

When Notre Dame headed to Scotland for the first St. Andrews Links Collegiate, they did so with their family members in tow.

The post Why the St. Andrews Links Collegiate was the family trip of a lifetime appeared first on Golf.

Jon Rahm may have helped the Europeans to a Ryder Cup win, but when it came to the afterparty, this pro was the MVP.

The post Jon Rahm says this pro was the MVP of Europe’s winning Ryder Cup afterparty appeared first on Golf.

A well-planned out warm-up is essential to playing your best. Here are 10 ways to warm up like a Tour pro and play your best.

The post 10 ways to warm up like a Tour pro, according to a Top 100 Teacher appeared first on Golf.

It’s that time of the year again.

Santa is working a little overtime this weekend getting ready for the big 25!

We thought we’d help him out by giving away one of our favorite products of 2023. The Rapsodo MLM2Pro caught our attention back in January at the annual PGA Show in Orlando, and for good reason.

Truth be told — we knew their product was a leader in the space — and with the improvements made to accuracy, spin collection and overall data presentation it was a shoe-in for the Top 5 during our Launch Monitor testing.

This holiday season, we’re all about sharing the goods. If an easy-to-use, unique and reliable launch monitor has been on your list, we’re here to help you check that box.

In today's edition of Play Smart, we look at the "pull down" move that pros use to generate power off the tee.

The post This move is a major power-booster used by the pros appeared first on Golf.

On this week's episode of Subpar, Jon Rahm breaks down Europe's Ryder Cup win and explains why this person was so important to the team.

The post ‘Unbelievable’: Jon Rahm names crucial member of Ryder Cup team room appeared first on Golf.

The OWGR's LIV decision had significant consequences for the global landscape of professional golf, making it one of our stories of the year.

The post How LIV Golf’s OWGR snub accelerated war with establishment appeared first on Golf.

In a year when high temperatures and drought hit many parts of the country, our top yard-care tips focused on saving grass from heat.

The post The 4 best lawn-care tips we heard in 2023 appeared first on Golf.

There is no question that at-home golf simulators are exploding in popularity. A rise in simulator technology, coupled with a boost from those of us stuck indoors during the pandemic, has brought demand from golfers all over the world.

One brand with a unique offering in this space is Phigolf. The Phigolf 2 and World Tour edition home simulators allow golfers to play in a video game-style setting without the need for traditional golf equipment or an expensive installation. Both simulators are among the most affordable golf simulator products on the market, giving golfers better access to the fun of simulator golf.

Because of that, Phigolf has built a community of more than 150,000 golfers and is becoming one of the more intriguing simulator brands to follow.

What is Phigolf?

Phigolf is a brand within the South Korea-based PhiNetworks company. PhiNetworks was founded in 2008 by Young Hun Kim, who came into the golf industry with a background in IT. He is obsessed with golf and started the company in hopes of creating influential golf technology. 

PhiNetworks started with a focus on distance measurement and voice caddie apps, launching the Golf Navi product in 2013. Golf Navi is a GPS-powered automatic golf navigation app that supports smartwatches and smartphones. The app provides distance measurement, altitude and a green view. In 2015, PhiNetworks became a premium partner of Samsung, developing and providing Golf Navi for Samsung users. 

Only about six percent of golfers in the U.S. belong to a private club. 

That means that sometimes we 94 percenters must suffer through interminable rounds that are overcrowded and, frankly, not fun. 

For many of us, the allure of a private golf club is tantalizing but seems so far out of reach that settling for less-than-ideal conditions has become the norm. What’s stopping you from joining a private club? It’s likely the same reason you and I are reading this article in humble homes rather than a penthouse: Money. 

Private club initiation fees and monthly dues are more expensive than the typical everyday golfer can muster. How else, then, are the 94 percent of golfers who don’t currently have access to a private club supposed to experience some of the best that golf has to offer?

Links Golf Club.

Allerton Manor Golf Course lives squarely at the center of Beatles fame, and during a recent trip to Liverpool, I learned why.

The post The Beatles have a secret home golf course (and I played it) appeared first on Golf.

From GOLF's film, Beyond the Bend, Notre Dame arrived at St. Andrews on one of the wildest weather days. They played the Old Course anyway.

The post Why playing the Old Course in tough conditions is the best appeared first on Golf.

Here's why Red Feather Golf and Social Club in Lubbock, Texas, was the favorite course GOLF staffer Zephyr Melton played in 2023.

The post The Sweetens Cove architects have a new course in Texas — and it’s a ton of fun appeared first on Golf.

Thanks to having some status everywhere but little on the PGA Tour, one pro might have the craziest travel schedule of all-time in 2024.

The post Why this pro could have a mind-boggling travel schedule in 2024 appeared first on Golf.

In the midst of the pandemic, Lilia Vu was on the verge of quitting golf. Now, she's a two-time major winner and ranked No. 1 in the world.

The post Lilia Vu nearly quit golf. Now, she’s the best player in the world appeared first on Golf.

A report from "Front Office Sports" says NBC will be holding "rolling auditions" for its lead analyst job after Paul Azinger's departure.

The post Report: NBC to hold auditions for Paul Azinger’s replacement appeared first on Golf.

That’s a pretty bold statement when Greens In Regulation and Putting can destroy par for every hole you play. But when you think about it, you will realize that your perfect drive gives you the right frame of mind and the perfect position to hit more Greens In Regulation and closer to the pin for more 1 putt greens. Charlie Woods is the perfect inspiration for all of us.

Tiger and Charlie Woods placed 5th in the PNC 2023 Championship. They didn’t beat the Langers but their successes should be a great inspiration for all golfers. 14-year-old Charlie is driving as far as most pros. His 320-yard drive (may have been wind assisted) and driving the green on a dogleg par-4 are both very impressive. His successes gave the Woods team a chance to win and it also showed us that every golfer can develop the skill to hit perfect long drives.

A recent Performance Golf blog described how a golfer weighing less than 120 pounds can outdrive his competition. Size and muscle mass help but there are 3 key factors for driving success:

1/ Swing Speed: Exercise and training are all up to you. Obviously, Charlie has a support team including his father who inspire him to spend time on the right exercises and the right swing skills to execute the right release through the ball. If you can swing the grip end of your club through the Impact Zone with a whooshing sound, you can build up strength to do the same with all of your clubs. Head speed at the point of impact is critical to create distance.

2/ Generate Speed in the Impact Zone: We all need to use our wrist release and whipping action through the Impact Zone to generate more club head speed for our drives. Your release is critical but if you can’t square the face of your club and impact with a swing up your target line you will always add unwanted side spin, undercut spin and top spin that will hurt the success of your shots. That’s why you need factor #3.