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…
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…
By Bradley Turner Keiser University College of Golf Executive Director – MBA, PGA I think I am the only person in my family to have watched all these movies. I don’t think my wife or kids have watched any of the ten movies on this list. Golf movies do not get much interest from those…
By Dr. Eric Wilson, PGA Legacy Master Professional and Keiser University College of Golf Executive Director of Golf Operations Seen by the amateur or non-lover of the sport, a golf course is merely a landscape filled with green grass, trees, and sandpits. However, to a golfer, golf enthusiast, or club member, a golf course is…
By Brian Hughes, Keiser University College of Golf Program Director and PGA Master Professional A common misconception for golfers is the idea that if you take a golf lesson, the golf professional can “fix” you. If only it were that easy! Apparently, the assumption is that with just a few tweaks, the player can improve…
Keiser University College of Golf PGA Merchandise Show Alumni Event – Sign Up! Keiser University’s Golf PGA Merchandise Show Alumni Event is Almost Here! The Reunion is in conjunction with the PGA Merchandise Show, January 21 – 24, 2025 and aims to gather Keiser College of Golf alumni, faculty, and supporters to enjoy a day…
By Ken Martin, Keiser University College of Golf Professor and PGA Certified Professional Part I: The Early Days of Golf Instruction The game of golf has a rich history that dates back more than five centuries. As the game evolved, so too have the methods used to teach it. From the early days of informal…
Spring is almost here, and for golfers in colder climates, that means golf is almost back. But whether or not you live in the colder parts of the country, the new season also means a fresh start — another opportunity to bring down your scores. Here are valuable tips that can help you lower your…
By Donna White, Keiser University College of Golf Professor, PGA and LPGA Member and Winner of Three LPGA Tour Events The 2023 American Golf Industry Coalition reports that the macroeconomic impact of the golf industry is over 100 billion dollars and has changed over the years. Like any other business, to achieve long-term financial success,…
Millions of people around the world dream of a golf career. What could be better than waking up every morning and spending your days on a beautiful golf course? Not much, really, but obtaining that golf career isn’t easy. It takes years of dedication to receive a PGA Tour card. Nearly all professional golfers began…
