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...cing shots with your putter.

Balance your practice with ongoing education about the game. Remember, golf is as much about strategy as it is about ability, so read the occasional golf magazine, watch an instructional video, take a lesson or even just stop by the pro shop occasionally to check out new technologies.

Etiquette

One of the most important, yet most often overlooked, facets of golf is golf course etiquette. How you behave on the green reflects on your understanding of the game as well as you as a person.

Golf can be a solitary sport, but it's often played competitively and because it's a gentlemen's sport, good sportsmanship is key. A great golf player is quiet when others are lining up a shot, allows faster players to play through and always has respect for his fellow players.

Start With A Used Golf Club

... it isn't! Shots in the rough or in bunkers will almost always end up with the club going three inches into the ground and the ball just toppling over.

So before you go out and buy an expensive set of golf clubs, start with a used golf club. Once your game improves and you start enjoying it, you are then free to spend as much as you want on your own set of golf clubs. Until then, just enjoy your golf!<...more

Golf Shirts to Fit Your Budget, Style and Personality

...u might be wondering why you should invest in something as simple as a t-shirt. But even golf t-shirts come in a variety of materials to suit different people. Some are even made of high tech fabric to promote ventilation.

Another thing to consider when shopping for golf shirts is outerwear. There are many jackets and vests made specifically for golf that you might want to try. Some of these outerwear options have special ventilation zippers to keep you dry while keeping you...more

How And When To Practice Your Golf Swing

... because thinking about the swing while trying to pit the ball in the right spot will divide your attention.

Consistent and correct practice, hopefully with the supervision of an instructor is the key to becoming a better player. There are no magic bullets that will do the trick, your future in golf depends on your determination and the condition of your muscles.

Learning this technique is not easy. You have to be patient and try to put more concentration on the game. Condition yourself physically and mentally to improve and enjoy your game.