How to Become a Golf Club Designer: Careers and Requirements

By Dr. Eric Wilson, PGA Legacy Master Professional and Keiser University College of Golf Executive Director of Golf Operations One of the aspects of golf that sets it apart from other sports is the equipment needed to play. Of course, you need a golf course to play on, but you also need the right golf…

Exploring New Horizons: How Veterans Can Thrive in Golf Course Management

By Bradley Turner, Keiser University College of Golf Executive Director – MBA, PGA Military Veterans possess a unique set of skills and experiences that make them well-suited for a career in golf management. The discipline, teamwork, and attention to detail instilled during their service transfer seamlessly into the world of golf operations and management. For…

Tee Time Management: Optimizing Profitability

By Bradley Turner, Keiser University College of Golf Executive Director – MBA, PGA Most golfers like the idea of showing up to their golf course of choice with no other golfers in sight as they head to the first tee. The typical golfer wants to enjoy a day on the golf course without concern about…

How to Hit a Draw

By Bradley Turner Keiser University College of Golf Executive Director – MBA, PGA The golf swing is a three-dimensional movement with countless variables that influence the flight of the golf ball. This can create a misunderstanding as to why the ball hooked or sliced. There are only five foundational variables that make a golf ball…

Understanding the Learning Curve in Golf Instruction  

By David Wixson, Keiser University College of Golf Professor and a PGA Master Professional  Golf is a game of patience, persistence, and precision. For beginners and even intermediate players, the learning curve can be steep. Whether you’re just starting or striving to shave a few strokes off your handicap, understanding the golf learning curve and…

When to Replace Your Golf Clubs

Every year, golf club manufacturers release their latest and greatest golf clubs. The annual releases are upgrades on the previous models, and with golf club technology reaching new levels, there is a chance a player’s performance can improve from the new items. The continual development of high-quality clubs makes it seem like golfers need to…

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…

The Importance of Feedback in Golf Instruction

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…

How to Lower Your Handicap: 15 Tips

  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…