What is a Links-Style Golf Course? History, Features, and Tips

By Ken Martin, Keiser University College of Golf Professor and PGA Certified Professional Golf has many course styles, including parkland, heathland, desert, and mountain, but none captures the soul of the game quite like a links-style course. These layouts evoke the raw, windswept origins of golf itself, demanding creativity, patience, and a ground game that modern resort courses often overlook. Whether you’re teeing it up at Scotland’s iconic St…

Written by PGA Faculty on April 14, 2026

Mastering the “Hinge-and-Hold” Short Game Technique in Golf

By David Wixson, Keiser University College of Golf Professor – PGA Master Professional In golf, few short-game techniques are as dependable—or as misunderstood—as the hinge-and-hold short game shot. Popularized by short-game maestro Phil Mickelson, this approach blends simplicity with control, allowing players to produce consistent, crisp chips even under pressure. Here’s a breakdown of how it works, why…

Written by PGA Faculty on April 9, 2026

Common Golf Injuries and Preventative Strategies

By Connie Capanegra – Keiser University College of Golf Instructor and LPGA Member Golf is often perceived as a low-impact sport, but in reality, it is physically demanding and can lead to a variety of injuries if proper technique and conditioning are not maintained. The golf swing is a complex athletic movement characterized by its…

Written by PGA Faculty on April 2, 2026

Mastering Weight Transfer in the Golf Swing: Balance, Power, and Timing

     By Donna White – Keiser University College of Golf Professor, and PGA and LPGA Member, and Winner of Three LPGA Tour Events   If you want better weight transfer without swaying your body off the ball or tilting toward the target in the backswing, think more about a repeatable, rotational, and balanced pressure shift pattern.  …

Written by PGA Faculty on March 31, 2026

Golf Swing Posture: How to Set-Up for Power, Balance and Consistency

By John Callahan, Keiser University College of Golf Professor and PGA Professional The golf swing is a violent, yet intricate, physical action. To achieve both maximum power (distance) and accuracy (control), the body must operate through a complex series of movements known as the kinematic sequence, in which energy is transferred from the legs to the core, then…

Written by PGA Faculty on March 3, 2026

College of Golf February 2026 Events

Keiser University National Collegiate Club Golf Association Qualifying Results Thirty-two students attempted to qualify for eight spots on the Keiser University National Collegiate Club Golf Association (NCCGA) Team at the Okeeheelee Golf Course in West Palm Beach, Florida, on February 6-7, 2026.   Jared Drake was the low qualifier, shooting even par with Aiden O’Donnell and Sam Tisler at one over par.   The team will compete in the National Qualifying Tournament on February 21-22 at the Eagle Harbor…

Written by PGA Faculty on March 2, 2026

Top YouTube Golf Influencers for Golf Instruction

  Today, golfers looking to improve their game don’t necessarily have to work directly with a golf instructor. Instead, they can search for what they’re looking to learn (such as how to perfect their golf swing) on YouTube and enjoy instant access to dozens of relevant videos from reputable golf coaches and instructors.  In this sense, the landscape of…

Written by PGA Faculty on February 26, 2026

The John Elway Golf Cart Accident: Golf Cart Safety

Every so often, a devastating accident reminds us just how quickly a day on a seemingly serene golf course can turn tragic. This was the case recently, when a golf cart ride ended in the death of a beloved public figure.   What Happened: The John Elway Golf Cart Incident In April of 2025, tragedy…

Written by PGA Faculty on February 24, 2026