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Golf College Vs. Golf Academy
by Brian Hughes Program Director, Keiser University College of Golf, PGA Master Professional The term “golf school” has long been a potentially confusing one for individuals passionate about the game of golf. A Google search for “golf schools” yields results ranging from the local golf course offering one-day junior clinics and private lessons to full-fledged…
How Many Calories Do You Burn Playing Golf? Walking Vs. Riding
By John Callahan, Keiser University College of Golf Professor and PGA Professional If you have ever played golf at Bethpage Black on Long Island—the site of the 2002 and 2009 United States Open—you are familiar with the iconic sign on the first tee that reads, “WARNING: The Black Course Is An Extremely Difficult Course Which…
Mastering the Takeaway In Your Golf Swing: Setting Up for Success
By John Callahan, Keiser University College of Golf Professor and PGA Professional The golf swing is an intricate, highly coordinated sequence of movements that takes place in less than two seconds. Because it happens so quickly, players often focus their attention on the most dynamic parts of the motion: the top of the backswing, the…
How to Stop Topping the Golf Ball: Causes, Fixes, and Practice Drills
By Dr. Eric Wilson, PGA Legacy Master Professional and Former Keiser University College of Golf Executive Director of Golf Operations Topping the golf ball—hitting the upper half and sending it skittering low along the ground—is one of the most frustrating contact errors in the game. It steals distance, kills confidence, and often stems from a…
What Is the Difference Between Foursomes and Four-ball?
by Frank Longabucco, Professor at Keiser University College of Golf, PGA Certified Professional Golfers are often confused by the terms used by the USGA and the Rules of Golf. There are many forms of competition that allow golfers to have fun in team or group events. The Ryder Cup is known as the ultimate team…
