Dogged Victim | Taking it Slow
The U.S. Open at Merion is the perfect venue for the USGA to get tough on the nagging issue of slow play. But their stance seems to be “Not so Fast…”
It’s Time to Take Action on Slow Play
Recently I played in a stroke-play club competition. My group of three happened to draw the first starting time on the Old Course: 7 a.m. None of us played particularly well, but when we walked off the 18th green, the big red clock on the side of the R&A clubhouse said 9:55. Granted, my two […]
Why Only 14 Clubs?
According to the Rules There Should Be No More Than 14 Clubs in Your Bag. Ever Wonder Why?
Perfectly Imperfect at Merion
Dovetailing nicely with the USGA’s eco-friendly approach, Merion superintendent Matt Shaffer oversees one of the most sustainable programs in the country
Bifurcation: Yes, No, and Maybe
When it comes to this hot-button issue, the game’s leading figures don’t just disagree, they trifurcate
20 Questions for the USGA
SOMETIMES GOLF isn’t as simple as we’d like it to be. Part of the United States Golf Association’s role is to sort things out for us, explain why the game’s regulations exist and how they work. Herewith a selection of questions—on rules, handicapping, and equipment—posed frequently to the pundits in Far Hills, New Jersey, along with their best answers.
Liquid Assets: Water, Golf and Sustainable Development
As increased demand and severe weather squeeze our water resources, courses—and golfers—must adopt a different mindset
