The Game Of Golf: Icon Digital Publishing

The Game Of Golf is a comprehensive guide to the game of golf, written by a PGA professional. It covers everything from the basics of the game to advanced techniques, and is illustrated with over 200 photographs and diagrams.

The Game Of Golf

by Icon Digital Publishing

4.4 out of 5

Language	:	English
File size	:	751 KB
Text-to-Speech	:	Enabled
Screen Reader	:	Supported
Enhanced typesetting	:	Enabled
Word Wise	:	Enabled
Print length	:	11 pages
Lending	:	Enabled

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Table of Contents

• Chapter 1: The Basics of Golf
• Chapter 2: The Golf Swing
• Chapter 3: The Short Game
• Chapter 4: The Long Game
• Chapter 5: Course Management
• Chapter 6: The Rules of Golf

Chapter 1: The Basics of Golf

In this chapter, you will learn the basics of the game of golf, including the equipment you need, the rules of the game, and the different types of shots you can hit.

Equipment

The basic equipment you need to play golf includes a set of clubs, a golf ball, and a tee. Clubs are used to hit the ball, and they come in a variety of shapes and sizes. The most common types of clubs are woods, irons, and putters. Woods are used for hitting long shots, irons are used for hitting medium-length shots, and putters are used for hitting short shots.

Golf balls are typically made of a rubber core covered with a polyurethane or Surlyn shell. They come in a variety of sizes and weights, and the type of ball you use will depend on your swing speed and the conditions of the course.

Tees are used to elevate the ball off the ground when you are hitting a tee shot. They come in a variety of heights, and the height of the tee you use will depend on the club you are using and the length of your swing.

Rules of the Game

The rules of golf are designed to ensure that the game is played fairly and consistently. The most important rules include the following:

• You must play the ball as it lies. This means that you cannot move the ball or alter its position in any way.
• You must hit the ball with a club. You cannot use your hands or any other body part to hit the ball.
• You must play the ball in the order of the holes. You cannot skip any holes or play them out of order.
• You must complete each hole in as few strokes as possible. The player with the lowest score at the end of the round wins.

Types of Shots

There are a variety of different shots that you can hit in golf, depending on the situation. The most common types of shots include the following:

• Drive: A drive is a long shot that is hit from the tee box. Drives are typically hit with a driver or a fairway wood.
• Iron shot: An iron shot is a medium-length shot that is hit with an iron. Iron shots are typically used to hit the ball onto the green or to get out of trouble.
• Pitch shot: A pitch shot is a short shot that is hit with a wedge. Pitch shots are typically used to hit the ball onto the green from a short distance away.
• Putt: A putt is a very short shot that is hit with a putter. Putts are typically used to hit

The Game Of Golf

by Icon Digital Publishing

4.4 out of 5

Language	:	English
File size	:	751 KB
Text-to-Speech	:	Enabled
Screen Reader	:	Supported
Enhanced typesetting	:	Enabled
Word Wise	:	Enabled
Print length	:	11 pages
Lending	:	Enabled

FREE