Basic Questions?

Question

I am going to tryout for the golf team this year, and my dad plays all the time so he is going to help me with my swing but I really dont know anything about the sport and I dont want to ask him everything so here are a few questions I have.

1- On average how many yards is one hole

2- Scoring

3- The best kinds of balls and clubs

Any thing else that you think would help me would be great.

Answer 1

My daughter is on her schools golf team and she really enjoys it.  I enjoy helping her with her swing (but we get her lessons from a pro, so I don't mess her up too much).  I enjoy answering all her questions.  Gives us a chance to talk about the game and much more.  So don't be shy about asking your Dad anything and everything.  Golfers love to talk about golf.

Answer 2

1. Well a hole is about 100-400 yards long ranging from a par 3 to a par 5. i have seen a 500 yard-er before and usually its a tough hole

2. Birdie is one under par Bogey is one over eagle is 2 under par and hole in one is self explanatory

3. the best balls are titlist pro v1 and clubs are Nike sq driver Cleavland wedges and titlist irons Adams idea hybrids and a oddesy putter

Answer 3

1. There is no Average. There are par 3's,4's, and 5's. Par 3's are usually between 140 and 200 yards. Par 4's can range from 300 to 400. And Par 5's can be from 475 to 550.

2. It goes by strokes. If you get it in the hole in 4 shots thats 4 strokes.

3. There are alot of brands out there. Callaway,Cobra,Wilson,Nike,Taylor Made.

Its always good to get a set of clubs that fit you. If you can get fitted for a set. Also.... don't get discouraged. Its not an easy sport. I have been playing for 11 years. Take things slow. Also don't get super expensive balls. LOL. chances are you are going to lose them. Just get something descent. For a putter get something that you are comfortable with. Also try using the cross hand method of putting. Its the way I put and its awesome. Your dad will know what you are talking about. Need any more help let me know. I'm glad to help.

Answer 4

350 yards

u write down the number of strokes you took  

eagle= (-2)  Birdie= (-1) Par= (even +/-) Bogey= (+1)...

Best golf ball is Titleist PRO V1 and PROV1X      best clubs are  CALLAWAY

dont get down on yourself!

Answer 5

1/ At the golf course where your dad plays, ask to get a score card. That will show how many yards each hole is and what par it is (3, 4, or 5)

2/ Scoring is how many swings to get from the tee to the hole.

Par = whatever the score card says for that hole

Birdie is one under Par

Bogie is one over par

Double Bogie is 2 over

3/ Your dad will help you with the clubs. If he isn't sure, go with him to a golf shop to measure clubs for your height, and with that info, look on e-bay.

You will loose a lot of balls when you start, so don't break the budget buying for expensive balls.