Golf Etiquette : Revised Edition

by Puett, Barbara; Apfelbaum, Jim; Crenshaw, Ben; Kite, Tom

• ISBN13: 9780312306472
• ISBN10: 0312306474
• Format: Hardcover
• Copyright: 2003-11-01
• Publisher: St. Martin's Press

Summary

iger Woods's popularity has introduced golf to thousands. Very few, however, know proper golf etiquette-which is essential to enjoying the game. This revised edition of the classic book is vital for amateur and experienced players in addressing golf's number one problem: slow play. The book Paul Harvey lauded as 'The first and last word on how properly to behave on and off the golf course' covers: -Proper attire -Playing through -Playing with strangers -And much more. All the latest advances are taken into account: satellite-based yardage systems, alternative spikes, and cell phones. Its handy size and useful photos and diagrams make Golf Etiquette the perfect guide for on-the-fly tips and rules.

Author Biography

Barbara Puett runs her own golf school at Riverplace Country Club in Austin, Texas. She is the director of instruction for Empowered Women Golf Schools and has co-authored A Woman's Own Golf Book with Jim Apfelbaum. She lives in Austin, Texas

Jim Apfelbaum is a two-time recipient of the South Texas PGA's annual media/PR award. Host of a long-running weekly golf radio show, Jim is president of the Texas Golf Writers' Association.

Table of Contents

Foreword	p. vii
Introduction	p. ix
Preface to the Second Edition	p. xi
On the Driving Range and Practice Putting Green	p. 1
What to Wear	p. 14
Preparing to Play	p. 26
On the Tee	p. 33
On the Fairway	p. 50
In a Water, Sand, or Lateral Hazard	p. 70
On the Green	p. 79
Keeping Score	p. 94
Golf Rules You Should Know	p. 100
Playing in a Tournament	p. 111
Business Golf	p. 120
Resort Golf	p. 138
Equipment	p. 149
Taking Lessons	p. 163
A Quick Definition of Terms	p. 171
Better Players and New Golfers	p. 175
Golf Etiquette's 10 Least Wanted List	p. 177
Commencement Address	p. 178
Reading List	p. 179
About the Authors	p. 181
Index	p. 183
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