TSG Club Partners – Green Fee Offers…
Welcome to The Social Golfer, TSG Club Partners page… As COVID now ceases to be an issue and with the ‘Cost of Living’ crisis upon us, we hope to add more and more greens fee deals to our TSG Club Partner list. Here we outline all the offers and green fees
New Golf Season – Setting Goals…
Golf is a game of both patience and application but do you set yourself targets at the start of every golfing year? We asked Darren Redwood of Leading Courses to give us his views and his approach to each new season. Last year’s challenge At the start of each year,
McIlroy wins Association of Golf Writers – Golfer Of The Year Award 2022
Rory McIlroy’s sparkling season has just got better with confirmation he has been honoured by the Association of Golf Writers (AGW) as its Golfer of the Year Award 2022. It is a record-equalling fourth occasion that the Northern Irishman has been honoured with the award after the reigning DP World
What is the Playing Handicap Calculation in Golf?
With the new World Handicapping System (WHS) now widely established, how is your Playing Handicap calculation worked out? Upon submitting your scores to the TSG Handicap Calculator, you will gain your Handicap Index. This, in turn, is then adjusted to a Course Handicap (depending on the Slope, Rating and Tees
Golf Handicaps – The Myths…
Myths of Golf Handicaps As we know, Golfers are a peculiar breed…but why? Because unlike most sports, scoring in golf is often down to the interpretation of the rules, rather than the rules as they are laid down by the governing body, the R&A (The Royal and Ancient Golf Club
Time To Change Your Putting Style and Get Some Advice…
Given that Putting accounts for roughly 25-30% of the strokes golfers take in a round, why do we not spend more time considering what works ‘best for me?’ As we get older, we look at our game and struggle to see how we can improve. That 250-yard drive has now
What is the Course Handicap in Golf?
With the World Handicapping System (WHS) now widely established, what is the definition of the term Course Handicap? New rules regarding Course Handicap came into effect on 1st April 2024. Your Handicap Index may change on each and every golf course you play. And vary, depending on which coloured tee
The Origin of Golf Words, Phrases & Terminology
Many golfing terms are now part of the everyday English language, but what is the origin of golf words we use so often? We all know the common words used in golf, but what about some of the lesser know terms. With much debate and myths surrounding the history of
Golf Glossary – Golfing Terms, Slang and Meanings
Golf is a great game with some great terminologies, some we all know, some that are unusual and some that are funny… Listed below is an explanation that may help us when playing the game. From Basic Golf Terms to some of the funnier phrases you can hear used on
Planning A Golf Society Trip Abroad…
Planning a golf society trip abroad can be very exciting but also very stressful, especially when it comes to deciding who to invite! Firstly, there is choosing the best golf destination golf venue or resort that suits your group’s skill level. Then there are the flights (arguably the most difficult
How to Lower Your Scores – Golf Course Management…
Good Golf Course Management is the key to lowering your golf scores but how do you change your mindset? Golf is a game that really frustrates almost every golfer! Why? Because we are always looking for that perfect round. Whether off the tee, fairways shots, approach shots to the green or
The Cairns Cup 2022 Winners…
The Cairns Cup 20022 winners were crowned after a week-long festival of disability golf! The USA Team proved too strong for the Europeans resulting in a 3 – 21 loss in the first-ever event of its kind. After numerous postponements, the unique tournament finally got underway in early May 2022,
10 things to consider when starting a Golf Society…
Setting up a Golf Society Many golfers get into the game through a golf society. It’s where enthusiasts get together as a group, to visit golf clubs – often at an agreed or negotiated ‘visitor rate’ that includes golf & food. A society can be as few as eight people
Club Gapping (Know Your Yardages)…
Know Your Club Distances with Foresight Sports and GC Quad Technology As indoor golf studios become ever more popular, more and more golfers will get the chance to experience the benefits of today’s modern technology. We asked PGA Golf Pro Andrew Pestell and co-owner of The Swing Warehouse in East
Westminster Bridge Terrorist Victim named Vice-Captain of European Cairns Cup
The Cairns Cup – Premier Disability Golf Matchplay Event Just over five years ago, Kris Aves was paralysed in the Westminster Bridge attack after being hit by the van driven in a shocking terrorist attack. Doctors told him he’d never move his legs again. So, you could be forgiven for
