By Sarah Bidney So you hit into the water, doh! It’s bad enough you usually lose your ball, then you have to take a one stroke penalty (if playing by the rules) and then explore your options to take relief. Depending on the type of water hazard (water hazard vs lateral water hazard) you have 2 to 4 options for relief. Here’s a recap for a water hazard, marked with yellow stakes or … [Read more...]
Golf Pro Tips: Putting Drills
By Sarah Bidney Can't seem to get your putts to go the right distance? Practice this drill. Without looking at the final distance the ball rolls, putt three balls. The goal is to have a consistent stroke with each putt. After the third putt look to see if the balls traveled the same distance. If you had a consistent stroke, all three balls will be at the same distance. Do this drill five … [Read more...]
Golf Pro Tips: Practice With a Purpose
By Sarah Bidney No matter your golfing ability, how you practice matters. First things first, always have a target in mind. To ensure proper alignment lay clubs down on the ground to aid in your aim. Second, no matter what you’re working on, remember quality over quantity is key. I always ask my students to take their time with each shot - they need to have a simple thought in mind - keep it … [Read more...]
Golf Carts in Myrtle Beach; Buy or Rent?
Myrtle Beach is home to a large number of gated communities. Drive through these communities and you’re probably going to notice a lot of golf carts. The fact is, golf carts or golf cars are not just for use on the links. In fact, a growing number of people are trading in their full sized cars for the smaller golf carts. Electric golf carts don’t use any gas, and are easy and convenient for … [Read more...]
Top 5 Golf Driving Ranges in Myrtle Beach
Every year Myrtle Beach experts, (over 26,000 of them), cast their votes for “Best of the Grand Strand”. Everything from restaurants to boutiques to golf courses are ranked. The list is not exhaustive, of course, but it’s a good starting point when visiting the area. Today we take a look at the list of the top 5 vote receiving driving ranges in Myrtle Beach. If you’d like to see the full list you … [Read more...]
Myrtle Beach Sports Tourism
Myrtle Beach has long been known as a great place to enjoy outdoor sports like golf, baseball and softball. Sports tourism is a growing industry in the area, which brings millions of dollars to the Grand Strand every year through hotel room bookings, vacation property rentals as well as shopping and dining. Sports tourism is a growing trend nationally, in which cities lure teams from across the … [Read more...]
Golf Pro Tips: Keys to a Successful Grip
Can’t Hit it Straight? Check your Grip! Hand placement is key to a successful, repeatable swing that provides straighter shots. Many clients I work with have their hands positioned incorrectly, causing a myriad of issues and inconsistencies. Here are a few key things to keep in mind when placing your hands: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8UCISFU7Ib0 1. The bottom side of the club handle … [Read more...]
Golfing in Myrtle Beach
Golfing in Myrtle Beach isn’t just a pastime…it’s a lifestyle. Nowhere in the world, except Myrtle Beach, can golfers find the unique combination of over 100 beautiful courses complimented by a climate that accommodates tee times during each season of the year. In fact, each year, golfers from all around the world flock to Myrtle Beach to play millions of rounds of golf. They are lured by … [Read more...]
