Roger Hoit, a managing director at a private equity firm and an enthusiastic golfer, shares the dos and don’ts for golf beginners.
Dos
How to play like a pro
Get a solid swing foundation by working with a pro. Look for a local PGA professional.
Begin on a practice range rather than on the golf course. The range is an excellent place to learn the game. You can spend as much time as you want because there is no pressure.
It’s important to take note of where other golfers are standing. Your shots won’t necessarily be straight or easy to predict when you’re just starting. Always check to make sure none of your partners are in danger before trying to swing.
Learn how to properly hold the club. Bend at the hips.
As you go up the backswing, tuck your lead shoulder under your chin and face the mark with your chest, hips, and face.
Focus on your short game by chipping and putting before moving on to your long irons (3-iron, 4-iron, etc.), fairway woods, driver, and hybrids.
Remember the excellent shots and overlook the bad.
Mind other golfers and take care of the golf course.
Yell “fore” when your shot is moving toward another golfer. The best thing you can do is to stay on the safe side, even if you are unlikely to come into contact with other golfers.
Repair divots and rake bunkers. When you strike down on (or behind) the ball, you frequently tear out a hunk of turf, known as a divot. The majority of courses have sand bottles on carts; simply shake some sand into your divot and you’re done. Request a sand bottle to keep with your bag if you’re walking.
Don’ts
Why it’s a bad idea for your partner to be your coach
Don’t allow your partner or close companion to serve as your primary teacher. They could be impatient since they’re familiar with you. This could discourage you from playing the game.
Should you purchase your own tools when you’re starting?
Don’t worry about purchasing your own equipment until you can consistently make proper contact each time you swing. Take time to learn the art.
Check your movements, strikes, and how you play.
Don’t cross the line of a putt on the green that belongs to a different player. Roger Hoit explains that the area of the green between the player’s ball and the hole is known as the line.
Don’t spend too much time getting ready to strike. Choose one or two fundamentals before the round and concentrate solely on them throughout. Before each shot, try to restrict yourself to two practice swings.
Don’t bend at the knees when striking the ball.
Don’t offer to let someone play through if they are playing directly behind you and there is no one in front of them.
Don’t play until you can get the ball airborne while on the course. Everyone on the course will benefit from this, including you.
If you can’t see anyone, don’t spend too much time looking for your ball, and refrain from picking up any other balls on the course. You could spoil someone else’s enjoyable game.
Remain sober even if you make blunders.
Everyone misses shots. So avoid throwing your clubs, as it makes you look bad and is risky for others on the team. And it’s costly when your club breaks.
Written by Roger Hoit.
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