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How Golf Teaching Techniques Have Evolved – Part II

Modern-Day and the Future of Golf Instruction  By Ken Martin – Keiser University College of Golf Professor and PGA Certified Professional  In Part I of this blog, we identified the important role of technology in modern instruction.  Video Analysis and Launch Monitors Video analysis and launch monitors have revolutionized golf instruction by providing detailed insights…

Who are the Most Famous Female Golfers

  By Bradley Turner Keiser University College of Golf Executive Director – MBA, PGA History of Women in Golf The history of women in golf dates back to 1552, when Mary, Queen of Scots, is believed to have played at St. Andrews, earning her recognition as one of the earliest female golfers. The first women’s…

To Be a Professional Golfer, How Good Must Your Average Round Be?

Congratulations, you have just finished your golf degree, so, what’s next? You’ve already played plenty of amateur tournaments and won a variety of prizes. Now, you want to step up to the professional ranks and make some serious cash to live on as you continue your journey to the PGA Tour. So, how good does…

Why Do Golf Courses Punch Greens?

  Golf course superintendents must take it upon themselves to keep the course and the greens in the best possible condition throughout the year. The downside to this is that at least once a year, the greens have to be punched. This is also called aeration. Few things are more frustrating to golfers than having…

Understanding the Fundamentals of Golf Biomechanics

by John Callahan, Keiser University College of Golf Professor and PGA Professional Golf Biomechanics is the study of how golfers apply mechanical principles, primarily linear forces and torques, to move a golf club. Many golfers feel words like linear force and torque complicate the study of the golf swing. They argue that golf is a…