Author Archives: John O'Meara

Provided you use the right technique to repair a green. The following video from the USGA demonstrates the correct manner to repair a ball mark.  

In this video from USGA’s ‘Science of Golf’ series you get a look into the actual physics of a golf club hitting the ball. It explains why modern clubs are so much more forgiving and easier to hit then solid … Continue reading →

If you ever wondered exactly what aeration does for a green – we have a USGA video for you. Interesting cross sectional illustration that shows how organic material builds up right under the green surface and how aeration helps mitigate … Continue reading →

Another video from the USGA’s ‘Fore the Golfer’ series. This one reviews the steps needed to keep a golf green in top shape.    

That is how long a club-face meets the ball according to this USGA “Science of Golf” video that examines friction and spin. Some very cool extremely slow-mo and super zoomed shots of a wedge hitting the ball – you can … Continue reading →

One of the things you learn in this “Fore The Golfer” video from the USGA. They do note that a golfer from above the  hole should always be able to stop it near the hole. Doesn’t have to be easy … Continue reading →

The USGA has another video series – “Fore the Golfer” – that explores how course care issues affect golfers. This first one looks at the technicalities of changing hole locations on a green.  

The fourth episode focuses on practical tips for players, including tee selection, shot preparation and course management. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=d6EH7q0vfoI  

This one focuses on how players can improve pace of play around the greens. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2wqvFIoLjl4  

Below is a list of rules (supposedly) adopted by a golf club in Britain during WWII. Do you think Pat McMorrow would accept the one stroke penalty in number 7 or insist on two?