Improving Golf Course Environmental Standards

When golfers think of golf courses, they envision expansive green spaces with ponds, trees, and native wildlife. But often when non-golfers think of these same grassy areas, some view golf courses as water gluttons and excessive abusers of fertilizers and chemicals. Fortunately for both sides, modern course management has demonstrated a willingness to minimize harmful […]

The Top 10 Worst Golf Partners

The great thing about golf is that you can play with people of different abilities, unlike tennis, say, where your opponent has to be close to your ability for it to be enjoyable. But there are certain traits that every golfer should adhere to regardless of his or her handicap. The worst playing partners… 1) […]

Letter from St. Andrews: Farewell, Auld Toon

It was nearly 30 years ago that I hit the best golf shot of my life—a screaming slice from the 18th tee of the Old Course that sailed over the white OB fence and clattered into the Auld Grey Toon. I never found that ball but I did find something better—a “For Sale” sign. Incredibly, a two-bedroom […]