News
Entertainment
Science & Technology
Life
Culture & Art
Hobbies
News
Entertainment
Science & Technology
Culture & Art
Hobbies
Bogey to Birdie Card Game - Great Games for Golfers
I was recently contacted by Alex McCardell who introduced me to an interesting card game designed around a golfing score card. Alex offered to send me a sample of the game and a story about how it came to be. It’s a fun game and I was impressed that it even included options for “side…
A Few Notable Golf Jokes - Great Games for Golfers
A Bartenders favorite jokes Alright, grab a stool and a cold one, because here come five of the best golf jokes that’ll make you laugh harder than a double bogey on a par three. Ready? Here we go: The Mulligan MasterA guy walks into the clubhouse and says, “I got a hole in one!”His buddy…
Scientists Discover Mysterious Force That Attracts Golf Balls to Water - Great Games for Golfers
In a groundbreaking scientific study released this week, researchers at the Institute for Golf-Related Physics (IGRP) have confirmed what frustrated golfers have long suspected: there is, in fact, an invisible, mysterious force that draws golf balls toward water hazards — regardless of skill, intent, or number of swing lessons purchased.
Rolly Polly Three Putt - Great Games for Golfers
Here’s another simple and fun game you can play with any group. You get penalized for 3 putts (or more) and rewarded for making a putt longer than the flagstick. Before starting the round, decide how much each event will be worth. Let’s say $1.00. If you three putt, you owe each of your playing…
The Lone Ranger - Great Games for Golfers
This is a tournament team game that can be played either gross or net. Create an order of play. You can use alphabetic order or any other method you like. Identify players one through four and create an LR line for totaling the team score on the scorecard. On the first hole player 1 is the…
The Simple Game - Great Games for Golfers
Looking for a quick and easy game that works for anybody and focuses on rewarding good play? Try “The Simple Game”. Here’s how: Pick an amount for each player to contribute to “The Pot”. Players get 4 points for having a drive in the fairway or on the green for par threes. Then deduct the…
Ditch Your Pin Sheet and Use This Instead! - Great Games for Golfers
Ever find yourself rushing to the Pro Shop because you forgot the Daily Pin Sheet? STOP IT! Take a minute to think how much that information is really going to help you – or distract you. How many greens in regulation are you expecting for your round? In a recent issue of GOLF Magazine, Arccos,…
Why Golf is the Greatest Sport in the World - Great Games for Golfers
Golf, often referred to as the “gentleman’s game,” is more than just a sport—it’s a blend of skill, strategy, mental fortitude, and timeless tradition. While every sport has its unique charm, golf stands out for its universal appeal, inclusivity, and the life lessons it offers both on and off the course. Here’s why golf deserves…
Mags on Golf - Great Games for Golfers
Herein lies some wonderful golf swing instruction from my favorite teaching pro, Maggie Simons. You can find her on Instagram @msimons21, and follow her on YouTube @golfwithmags Here’s her bio courtesy of The Oregon Golf Club: Maggie Simons grew up in Raleigh, North Carolina, where she began playing golf at the age of 10. She attended the…
Palm Springs buddy trip - 3 Course reviews. - Great Games for Golfers
I just returned from a quick trip to the desert and played courses worth mentioning. Let’s start out with the best… Desert Willow Golf Resort Desert Willow Golf Resort in Palm Desert, California, offers two distinct 18-hole courses: Firecliff and Mountain View. The Mountain View course is renowned for its wide fairways, limited desert waste…
Make sure your golf attire fits you perfectly (add photo) - Great Games for Golfers
MTAILOR I recently learned about this amazing company. You can use their smart phone app to photographically measure your whole body allowing you to order perfectly tailored custom clothing direct from the manufacturer. Every body is different and there is nothing like having a perfect fit for yours. And yes, their line up includes polo shirts…
Time to start planning buddy trips! - Great Games for Golfers
You may have read my article “How to Plan the Perfect Buddy Golf Trip” In it, I talked about how to handle the sharing of expenses (see below). Since the article was published I came across this hilarious YouTube video about splitting up a restaurant bill. It is a must watch. Can you relate? Here…
A Crazy Mulligan Game - Great Games for Golfers
Looking to spice things up a bit on the golf course. How about trying a wild and crazy match using multi-mulligans? We’ll call this the Mully Masters Madhouse. Here’s how to play. Chose a match game format with a bet of your choice. Each combatant will be awarded 6 mulligans to be used at anytime,…
Why Golf is the Greatest Sport in the World - Great Games for Golfers
Golf, often referred to as the “gentleman’s game,” is more than just a sport—it’s a blend of skill, strategy, mental fortitude, and timeless tradition. While every sport has its unique charm, golf stands out for its universal appeal, inclusivity, and the life lessons it offers both on and off the course. Here’s why golf deserves…
The venerable game of SWAT! - Great Games for Golfers
A "SWAT" in golf stands for "Single Without A Time" and is a betting game where a group of players, usually divided into teams of equal handicap, play a match-play format against every other team on the course.The game is a time-honored tradition at Oakmont Country Club. Oakmont hosts weekly SWAT and has an official SWAT chairman who keeps track of all the team scores. See the story HERE…SWAT is a "Round Robin" style competition where each team plays against every other team. "Single" refers to the fact that each team scores just one ball per hole, typically using a best-ball format within the team. “Without A Time” refers to the fact that the teams don’t have to be playing at the same time.Typically, players submit their name and handicap and let one "Chairperson" organize the teams. Keeping the teams even is a goal of the game and part of the charm of it all. In a club setting, players get to meet and play with people they ordinarily wouldn’t. It’s a great format for building camaraderie.
The venerable game of SWAT! - Great Games for Golfers
SWAT A “SWAT” in golf stands for “Single Without A Time” and is a betting game where a group of players, usually divided into teams of equal handicap, play a match-play format against every other team on the course. The game is a time-honored tradition at Oakmont Country Club. Oakmont hosts weekly SWAT and has an…
Ready for a new side game? Try “Bisque” - Great Games for Golfers
I’m always looking for a new game. Here’s one for you to try, found by my friend Shawn. Golf Digest By Christopher Powers | November 22, 2024 You ever play a match where you’re only getting a few shots on the hardest holes? The ones that you always make double bogeys on, rendering the shots…
Best Golfers Gifts for 2024 - Great Games for Golfers
Here are some links to some great resources for those of you looking for the best gift for your favorite golfer! From: The best gifts for golfers of 2024 – Golf Digest 58 Best Golf Gifts – Men’s Health The 53 Best Golf Gifts for Men to Have On and Off the Course – Popular Mechanics…
BOOK REVIEW: "West Coast Story" - Great Games for Golfers
West Coast Story West Coast Story, copyright @ 2006, by Jeff Jacobs Publisher: Tom Newton, Gravity Resources LLC. GG4Golf readers are eligible for a special discounted $10.00 purchase price Email Jeff at jeffj55@msn.com for details ABOUT THE BOOK: The natural beauty of Oregon and the West Coast forms the backdrop for the story of five…
Breaking News: Playing With Found Golf Balls Could Ruin Your Game - Great Games for Golfers
Golf experts worldwide have issued a serious warning today: playing with a found golf ball could be wreaking havoc on your scorecard. The new study, conducted by the National Institute of Golf Science, has sent shockwaves through the golfing community, revealing that there’s more than just bad luck behind the curse of the found golf ball.
Putting for Poker - Great Games for Golfers
This is a fun alternative to the same old side games. This game is focused on rewarding good putting. Start out by agreeing on a player contribution to the betting pot. Once play is underway, players compete to earn points with their putting as follows: Making a putt from off the green = 2 points…
Support Junior Golf - Great Games for Golfers
Here’s a few good reasons ….. Character Development Golf teaches young players important life values such as honesty, sportsmanship, patience, integrity, and perseverance. These qualities extend beyond the game, helping juniors develop into well-rounded individuals. Physical and Mental Fitness Golf promotes physical activity, enhancing cardiovascular health, balance, and coordination. Mentally, it teaches focus, discipline, and…
7 Ways to Enjoy Golf - Great Games for Golfers
Let’s get creative and explore some alternative ways you might better enjoy golf. I read something similar that inspired this post. Ditch the scorecard! Occasionally, just go out and play for the enjoyment of hitting the ball leaving the scorecard behind. Have a side-game. Now we’re talking! The number one way to have more fun…
Reverse FedEx Cup for everyone - Great Games for Golfers
We all love the FedEx cup. How about having a similar game with your golf buddies. All you need to do is identify each player’s “average score” and assign the lowest average even par to start the round. The remaining players get to start with a (-) minus score representing the difference between their average…
5 FUN GAMES FOR MULTIPLE GROUPS - Great Games for Golfers
Multiple group games are always fun and lead to a lot of story telling on the 19th hole! Here are five fun ones contributed with the help of “The Commish”. Team Scramble 2×2 4 person teams constructed so that the handicaps add up to about the same. Within each foursome, start with two person teams,…
The Amazing Francesca - Great Games for Golfers
Last spring my son-in-law and I went to see the UO Golf Practice Facility (awesome) and play a round of golf at Emerald Valley Golf Course. The starter asked us if we would mind having a young girl join us with her father walking along. We said “of course”. She was quite shy and when…
A Hawaiian Experience to Remember - Great Games for Golfers
A recent trip to Kailua, Hawaii turned out to be a one of a kind experience. One of my golf travel buddies invited us to stay at his home and play golf at his Mid-Pacific Golf Club. Three of us couldn’t say yes fast enough! The Mid-Pacific Golf Club is interestingly former President Barak Obama’s…
Custom Tailored Clothing for you! MTAILOR - Great Games for Golfers
MTAILOR I recently learned about this amazing company. You can use their smart phone app to photographically measure your whole body allowing you to order perfectly tailored custom clothing direct from the manufacturer. Every body is different and there is nothing like having a perfect fit for yours. And yes, their line up includes polo shirts…
Buddy Trip Game Sample 4X4 - Great Games for Golfers
Here’s a sample of a mix of games for 4 Players over 4 Days on a Buddy Trip. A mix of both individual and team games with some skill games mixed in. Games include Sixes, Nassau, Stableford, and Match Play. Skill games include 3 Putt Monte, Murphy, KP, etc… Variety is the key. Click on…
Vacation Rental Platform Built for Golfers - Great Games for Golfers
In case you haven’t bumped into their site or social media yet, Golfhōm is the first-to-market worldwide vacation rental platform built for golfers. They recently beta-launched and have a pretty decent selection of homes and condos in Florida, Arizona and Hawaii already.
TEAM GAMES FOR FIVESOMES - Great Games for Golfers
Here’s how….. Select Teams Use a random method to divide into teams of 3 and 2. CLICK HERE for ideas. On the front nine the team of 2 gets to use a phantom player whose handicap is the same as the lowest player handicap from the team of 3. Scores for the phantom player follow…
10 Best Games for a Golf Buddies Trip - Great Games for Golfers
Here’s a list that you and your golf buddies can play on your next golf trip to add some fun and competition to your rounds: 1. Skins: Each hole is worth a certain amount of money or points. The player with the lowest score on each hole wins the “skin” for that hole. You can…
Golf after 70 - Great Games for Golfers
When I turned 70, I could hardly believe it. It sounds so old! My dad died at 59 and it is hard to accept that I’ve lived so much longer than him. Full disclosure, I am not dealing with aging very well. Having my physical and mental capabilities in decline is no fun. I find…
Golf Cheater Alert!! - Great Games for Golfers
The Ultimate Golf Cheater Ever play with a golf cheater? Someone who always bumps their ball for a better lie, gives themselves 3 footers, marks their ball in the front and replaces it with the mark in the back, or mysteriously finds a lost ball, etc…. But there are some that can take it to…