College of Golf July 2024 Events

College of Golf Residency Tournament Keiser University’s College of Golf recently hosted a residency tournament at Okeeheelee Golf Course in West Palm Beach for both its students and PGA Professionals. Student Hunter McFerran managed the event from conception to completion. Its format was a 1 best ball of 4 net. The group held an 80-foot…

Golf Driving Tips: License to Drive

A Legacy Post by Keiser University College of Golf Senior Faculty and Director of Research Dr. T. J. Tomasi (1940-2023) As an exercise, I sometimes ask my students to play a round of golf where, after they drive on the par 4s and 5s, they move their tee shot to the 150-yard marker in the…

Golf Success is Earned, Not Inherited

A Legacy Post by Keiser University College of Golf Senior Faculty and Director of Research Dr. T. J. Tomasi (1940-2023) There is no doubt that golf is a difficult game, but do you have to be born with superstar reflexes, the eyesight of an eagle, and the strength of an NFL lineman to be a…

Golf Precision: Straight Shooting Requires Training

A Legacy Post by Keiser University College of Golf Senior Faculty and Director of Research Dr. T. J. Tomasi (1940-2023) Golf Shot Practice Golf shot practice is a fundamental aspect of improving one’s game and mastering various shots required on the course. Effective practice sessions involve deliberate planning and execution, focusing on specific areas of…

So Near, Yet So Far Away: How to Handle Greenside Rough

A Legacy Post by Keiser University College of Golf Senior Faculty and Director of Research Dr. T. J. Tomasi (1940-2023) What is the Rough in Golf? The rough in golf refers to the areas of thicker grass located alongside fairways and around greens. It serves as a penalty for inaccurate shots, adding challenge to the…

How to Explore the Florida Golf Scene as an Online Golf Student

Florida is the ultimate golfing destination. A specialty license plate identifies the state as the “Golf Capital of the World,” and for good reason: The National Golf Foundation (NGF) reports that Florida boasts 1,262 golf courses — far more than distant runner-up California. In fact, the NGF itself is headquartered in Jupiter, Florida, and there…

Golf Swing Positions: Low Hands, High Clubhead

A Legacy Post by Keiser University College of Golf Senior Faculty and Director of Research Dr. T. J. Tomasi (1940-2023) You don’t have to reach too high to achieve an ideal position at the top of your swing. But most golfers try to swing their hands as high as possible on the backswing because they…

A Simple Idea to Find More Fairways

By Bradley Turner Keiser University College of Golf Executive Director – MBA, PGA A common problem for the majority of amateur golfers is the inability to aim themselves properly to the target. There are a few potential causes that exacerbate this problem. Ball flight tendencies are a major source of aiming error. If a player…

The 9:00 Wedge Swing

By Bradley Turner Keiser University College of Golf Executive Director – MBA, PGA Picture a clock face on the golfer from a face on view. The player’s head would be at 12:00, and the ball would represent 6:00. The picture to the right is a good example of the 9:00 wedge swing, where we see…

Empowering Women In Golf: Celebrating Trailblazers and Rising Stars

Few sports manage to capture a blend of excitement and relaxation quite like the great game of golf. For years, this distinct mix has attracted female golfers from all walks of life, although many have faced significant barriers along the way. Today, golf is more popular than ever among women, who are beginning to command…