#Adaptive Golfers

[untilthenexttee]

(via NATASHA STASIUK WINS THIRD STRAIGHT TITLE AND CHRIS WILLIS WINS IN PLAYOFF AT 2023 CANADIAN ALL ABILITIES CHAMPIONSHIP)

[bubbles-and-bat-wings]

People seemed to like my great Gatsby high school AU idea so I guess I'll go chapter by chapter explaining what would happen in the AU equivalent. Let's start by going rapid fire on the chapters I've read so far:

Chapter one:

This one can go mostly unchanged, I think. Probably a smaller place since huge, lavish houses aren't really a thing anymore.

"He's got a sneaky link! She goes to another school!"

Change Jordan to an influencer instead of a golfer

Tom is a jock, of course

I have no idea how to adapt Daisy talking about her kid

Where are Tom's parents? His dad works late and his mom agreed to mostly leave them alone besides cooking dinner.

Replace "Nordic race" with a more modern pseudo science. Tom probably saw it on Reddit or TikTok or something

Chapter 2:

I have no clue for a lot of this tbh?

Change the apartment to an abandoned place that Tom and Myrtle chose to be their secret spot?

Other than that I think a lot of it can stay the same...?

The thing I'm most sure on is changing Mckee's photography to SoundCloud music

Chapter 3:

This one can stay mostly the same too

Jay is home alone, as per usual, and throws another party, like he's always doing.

Nick is invited via Instagram dm

The two servings of dinner can be changed to ordering pizza

The full orchestra can be replaced by an actual DJ

The car crash scene can go completely unchanged.

Idk what we change the war to

That's all I've read so far! If you have any of your own ideas, let me know. This is really fun and part of me is fully considering writing an actual book about this idea now that the book is in the public domain, or even making a movie about it like all of those high school retelling of Shakespeare and cyrano!

[nitewrighter]

So turns out before joining Talon, Mauga was part of a Polynesian Ecoterrorist group known as the Deepsea Raiders. Any chance you could drop some Mauga and Lifeweaver fan interactions between the two?

LifeWeaver: I may not agree with the methodology, but I am glad the Deepsea Raiders were able to shut down those Summerland Oil rigs.

Mauga: You don't agree with the methodology?

LifeWeaver: *tongue click* Just... you sure caving in that oil executive's skull on national television sends the right message?

Mauga: See, I think not caving in his skull would send the wrong message, because it would tell other oil executives that I'm not going to cave in their skulls. Like, we have to be clear about cause and effect here. Be an oil executive... get your skull caved in. It's very straightforward.

LifeWeaver: ...are we sure caving in skulls is the methodology we want to use, though?

Mauga: Hey, we're throwing stuff at a wall, seeing what sticks. You know how it is.

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LifeWeaver: Given its environmental impacts, how do you reconcile your love of travel with your love of the environment?

Mauga: Well, the way I see it, travel allows you to really experience how precious our planet is, and for me, those experiences allow me to not only be a stronger advocate, but also more conscientious in my day-to-day habits. It can also really show you how sustainable living is highly localized. Resort industries are devastating--we really need to adopt stronger attitudes of cultural relativism and willingness to adapt to local customs if we're going to travel ethically.

LifeWeaver: *thoughtful* I see...

Mauga: But also as you know, I'm super okay with murder, and really good at compartmentalizing. So *blows raspberry.*

LifeWeaver: *flatly* Ah.

Mauga: Every so often I'll visit one of the swankier resorts to hunt the most dangerous game... golfers.

[fashionsfromhistory]

Norfolk Jacket

1890-1900

United Kingdom

The Norfolk jacket was a versatile garment which became an important item in a gentleman's wardrobe. It was originally worn by the Rifle Corps in the Volunteer Movement of 1859-1860 and was adapted for shooting costume during the 1860s. It was initially known as the 'Norfolk shirt' and was at first strictly reserved for country wear. With the growth in leisure activities and sporting pursuits during the 1870s and 1880s the Norfolk jacket became acceptable for any form of outdoor exercise, 'being especially suited for bicycling, business, fishing, pleasuring, and the moorland' (Tailor and Cutter, April 1888). Golfing attire was particularly colourful, as this extract from Golf by Horace Hutchinson suggests: In the matter of Norfolk jackets and knickerbockers, spats and particularly coloured stockings, checks and stripes, the golfer is a bird of bright and varied plumage.' This example was probably worn for general country wear. Inside one of the pockets are a piece of paper giving the monthly rainfall for the year 1900, a stamp, metal pin and a piece of string. By the 1890s conventions had become so relaxed that smart young men were seen wearing Norfolk jackets even in the city.

Victoria & Albert Museum (Accession Number: T.356&A-1984)

[tothepointofinsanity]

Scribble dump...Wanted to give the golfer a more gender neutral appearance even though that has always been my intention (I also toyed with the idea of more skin tone variety because I'm South Asian)...

Greener Grass girl employee. I think she's very silly (more aggressive and adapts to dodge your soulball).

[solatom123]

By Solomon Lartey, Teeside university student, PhD.

The Evolution of Golfing Techniques and Their Impact on the Sport: A Comprehensive Analysis

1. Introduction

Golf, a sport renowned for its precision and skill, has evolved dramatically over the centuries. From its origins in the rolling hills of Scotland to the manicured greens of today’s most prestigious courses, golfing techniques have been shaped by time, culture, and innovation. This analysis will explore the progression of these techniques and their profound impact on the sport, delving into the evolution of equipment, the pivotal role of technology in coaching, and the elevation of professional golfing to an elite industry.

Early golf sought to master a simple set of mechanics, and the dawn of golf videos shifted focus from ball trajectory to player form, highlighting posture and club angle at impact. From the 1970s onwards, advancements in swing analysis used electronics to monitor motion variables, transitioning from early video analysis to formats that monitored forwards yaws, hip and trunk rotation, and shoulder angles. Concurrently, various swing theories and techniques emerged, and educators turned to addressing the psychological nature of golf for performance enhancement. These combined techniques made it possible for experts to implement customized golf swings for increased power and accuracy.

In 1995, the worldwide interest in professional golf was further magnified by the advent of the Tiger Woods era. Golf, long considered an elite game of leisure, became a multi-billion dollar and highly magnified industry, resulting in an unprecedented boom in tourism. The rise in interest has positively impacted various areas linked to golf, ranging from equipment manufacturing to courses and hotels. The golf tourism factor has closely stimulated social needs and encouraging research into enhancing player performance. Attention spans have been decreasing, shifting focus on the macro to the micro. As world championships can be won with a last putt from roughly 60 feet or ca four frozen seconds of the putt rolling over the lips, and as research has shown the game to be played under 5 pars around the world annually, it would appear that impractically larger swings produce a larger chance of desired outcomes than other models.

Despite the financial advancement of the game, player performance has been found stagnant in the years since the mid-1990s, even when adjusting for age as deeper understandings of playing conditions have been implemented. The theory of requirements has recently been complemented by the theory of progression, unveiling golfers to exhibit adaptations to their technique related to different effects of club-ball interactions utilizing under moments during swings. Consequently, contemporary professional male golfers more commonly adopt the hitting technique than a swing technique.

2. Historical Overview of Golfing Techniques

Emerging in the 15th century in Scotland, golf was played on the Town Moor in Edinburgh, using wooden clubs and hand-carved balls. These initial techniques, as demonstrated in illustrations from the 15th and 16th centuries, showed a varied grip and swing, suggesting a natural evolution in golfing play and techniques. With its spread into England, Ireland, and Europe, golf matured as a sport, creating a need for standardized rules and equipment. In 1744, the first known set of golf rules was drafted in Edinburgh, leading to the evolution of golfing techniques. Long-shots, greens, shovels, and the brassie became key components of the game. The 19th century also witnessed the invention of iron clubs and the subsequent emergence of golfing clubs from St. Andrews. (Cousins, 2023)

During the early years of its introduction to America, within two decades, golf was being played at a variety of courses in nearly every densely populated area, notably in New York City. Now rapidly growing in sporting popularity, golf was formally adopted by the United States Golf Association (USGA) in 1894. Its increased participation, from the low-income population to upper socio-economic classes, facilitated the establishment of new tournaments with longer prizes. Moreover, women became increasingly involved as a result of the burgeoning interest in golf. Subsequently, the competitive spirit led golf balls to undergo an evolutionary change, advocating for golfing clubs and balls that were closer to the present-day variety. (Austin, 2022)

With the turn of the century, attention was concentrated on the rebirth of golf and its recuperation from its ancillary school of excesses. Gear swept aside knickerbockers, silk knicker trousers, and other somberly colored clothes in favor of a predominating cap and jacket of tweed, medium grey mixed with warm brown and rich yellow. Not only golf but tennis as well had inspired vigorous notice and into it had rushed the whole nation. Taming the wildness of golf, in 1903, Wilding had become the amateur champion of the United States before winning Wimbledon the following year. This period remained otherwise notable because Big Bertha knocked all other golf balls silly and nearly into the junk pile with its huge face of 6.79 inches head attached to a shaft of 47 inches. (Rebanal Martínez, 2021)

3. Key Traditional Golfing Techniques

Golf is a sport that has a long history behind it. Since the sport gained huge fame and number of followers across the globe, several golfing techniques have evolved and altered the playstyle and style of the game. Golfing techniques occurred both naturally and innovatively. The focus of this section is to analyze the most impactful and widespread golfing techniques that have impacted the game most. (Suzuki et al., 2021)

3.1. Grip and Stance

One of the most significant developments in golfing techniques was the discovery of proper grip and stance styles. These two techniques are the most basic in golfing and play a significant role in determining the outcome of the game. The selection of the proper grip is critical to play the game properly. The grip of the driver is one of the major factors in determining the play and path of the ball. Selecting the proper grip technique allows the golfer to strike the ball from all the surfaces of the golf course evenly. Early on, a lot of golfers adopted the splitting of the index finger technique of gripping, either overlapping or interlocking or gripping with all 10 fingers. However, learning to grip it properly takes much more time as the public exposure to it was minimum. Gradually with technological advancement, special caps were developed and ball tracking gadgets were invented. These gadgets and balls provided instant outcome of the game after the impact of the driver. Analyzing the golf ball spin and path, the experts suggested changing the grip technique enabling the golfer to point their thumb at the high left region of the shaft while keeping their hand rotated clockwise by 45 degrees. Using this grip technique, a golfer's club face would start at maximum closed position preventing the draw hook of the ball. (Navarro Lasunción, 2024)

Other widely used grip techniques with curved driver and ridges on the shape of the driver head resulted in an unintended hook path on the right leading to a miss-hit. Matched with the wrong stance, the unintended hook path continued with hands placed in front of the ball leading to an insufficiently closed face preventing the draw path. There were also recommendations from gear effect drives used having a shaft positively tilted towards the right from the vertical being useless for the golf set with driver have a head of a high vertical angled aligned with the fore link tilt. While this tended on increasing miss-hit affecting the distance, this also caused the hit on the optimal impact with the club face not parallel to the path of the driver nearly impeding the general tendency on time delay producing a meanwhile unliking swerve from players. (Trustees)

The stance in core requires power and this golf pose, playing a significant role between address and impact, has received little attention from teaching professionals compared with grip or swing techniques. Golfers with stable stance in general do not raise or lower their heads before or into backswing be likely to achieve more consistence shots. Thus, investigating the effect of stance technique requires assessing its amplitude throughout the whole swing and comparing the address and impact postures.

The head movement produced in the stance would bed a golfer to start the swing along a wrong path in a miss-hit with a hook or slice shot. Additionally, right-players flare to poorly rotate their hips and shoulders producing shoring shots. On the other side, flexibility across the upper body or within the lower body drives somewhat core-level players needing over-rotation of the upper body during the backswing or excessive forward push with the lower body after impact. However, few golfers are properly taught to stretch manually to reach a wider stance before address.

3.2. Swing Mechanics

Another traditional golfing technique is swinging in sync with the body. This technique teaches the players to follow the core rotational swing mechanics and circle the driver around one axis to play the ball instead of swaying axis in a miss-hit forming either slice or hook shots. Using amateurs (body type mass 74.5 kg height 1.75 m ) and ten top professional golfer's (PGA tour average drive distance 288.5±11.5 yards) with club heads sampled by high-speed cameras and various targets, this traditional technique has also been developed. Parameterizing a three-dimensional inverse kinematic model representing overall body and club movement, the effect of the traditional technique and stored parameters is compared through performing a full golf swing, addressing how the differences around the average from the parameters stored within each group affect the likelihood on miss-hit. (Hasley et al.2023)

The method concentrates on the motion aspect, choosing a local coordinate system at ground level with an origin fixed in the position of the golf ball and with axes pointing down the fairway, left and up for distance and vertical movements respectively. With regards to twenty-nine parameters describing the movement of the golf swing covering both body angles, positions and club face positions, the results yield a greater likelihood on miss-hit with amateurs than with top professionals severely indicating that educational systems would greatly enhance the precision of this sport. (ToSell & Saturday)

Modern golf is a sport of precision. Therefore, playing under different configurations on course, club, equipment and environment match with the swing mechanics of players define unique characters influencing the outcome of the play. By controlling for some factors, affecting the probability of miss-hit can be categorized into three parts conventionally referred to as play styles influencing the stance and swing. Enhancing performance comprises techniques altering stroke playstyle to almost systematically inhibit execution with miss-hit or miss-rim.

3.1. Grip and Stance

Central to the essence of golf lies the grip and stance—the foundational techniques upon which every other element of the game rests. Irrespective of the club in hand or the skill level of the golfer, this initial and primal action inevitably shapes the success of every shot played. Despite the subtle variations among golfers, whether leisurely players, seasoned amateurs, or elite professionals, grip and stance exhibit remarkable uniformity and graphical simplicity. Analyzing these two techniques sheds light not only on the sport as a whole but also on the everyday champion or played ball. (Wells, 2022)

Progressing from the outside in, the stance serves as the golfer's base of support throughout the entire swing. Only with solid, equal foundation can the golfer swing the club forwards and backwards around that fixed point. Both feet part distance and angle to the ball relative to the target are memories etched in the minds of most conscientious amateur golfers. Conversely, the grip, a more complex technique, consists of multiple actions made by both hands with the fingers and thumb of each hand against the club at the same time. Upon the grip is built the inadvertent pivot of the swing, the hands on the club controlling the face of the club and thus ultimately influencing the path of the arc. (Yang et al.2021)

While the momentary grip on the club is the fiest action shared by every golfer, uniqueness of the grip lies in regards to the club. Each club is different in form and feel, hence muscle memory is burnt by the unique act repeated with each club, and new twists in hands and wrists are added onto the basic grip. These intricacies are due to the fact that putter, iron, hybrid, wood, and driver all possess different lofts, lengths, and thus unique flex dynamics (whether aiming to keep the ball low, induce a slight loft, or to arc up the drive). Nevertheless, the grip is the only act from which the later swing peace is unwound. (Hocknell et al., 2020)(Holland et al.2020)

3.2. Swing Mechanics

In traditional golfing techniques, swing mechanics play a vital role in imparting the necessary power, accuracy, and consistency to the flight of the ball. The golf swing can be simply visualized as an arc of circular motion around a fixed axis, in which the clubhead moves towards a pivoted point in front of the body. A fundamental postulate of the golf swing is that the club must not be swung across the body during the downswing. It must instead be swung down and out. The path of the clubhead takes a symmetrical arc: down and in during the downswing, and up and out during the follow-through. The path of the golf ball must be compatible with the path of the clubhead at impact. The club must be swung down from a position well above the line of the ball so that the clubhead meets the ball just as the clubhead is on an outward path.

Another key point of traditional golf swing mechanics is that it must conform to ball-centering and impact position requirements, no matter how the club is gripped and so the wrist hinge or how minimized the lateral movement there is of the protruding body parts. The clubhead must be swung similarly around stacked vertical axes on both the back and forward motions. Both the backswing and follow-through must be performed in an arc motion that is of a uniform radius and is centered behind the body's core. In order to square the clubface at impact, the club must be swung reflexively over-restricted through the slot. In an attempt to prevent the ball from going to the right, the club must either re-extend a protruding arm or a wrist has to be unhinged too late.

There are biomechanical adjustments to traditional swing mechanics to create a normal golf swing free from hooked strokes. Adjustment of the arm's length of swing and pivot point is performed, so as to consider the baseball swing mechanics of working in a wider arc while continuing to adhere to the traditional grip. In line with fixed pivoting points of both the anchored legs and a core, the arms must be freed from the body's pivot to control the swing radius of the club circled by the arms. This could in turn free the clubs of being swung excessively within the body. To create an arched swing path, the shoulders and the forearms must be swung downwards by movers in charge of the pulled sides of the torso.

4. Technological Advancements in Golf Equipment

In the intricate tapestry of golf’s storied heritage, it’s frequently the quiet evolution behind the scenes that has had the most lasting consequences. Though it is often easy to recall the flamboyant politicians and pro athletes who have played the game, the focus here is instead on lesser-known figures who have played a crucial part in changing the nature of the sport. Decades before the modern game took hold, innovators tinkering with rudimentary wooden instruments had a profound effect on how golf was played. Given the game’s glacial and genteel pace of life, it is easy to misconstrue golf as a quaint pastime sustained by social and economic traditions. However, golf has never really stopped changing. Indeed, the game is replete with breakthroughs in technique that have irrevocably shaped how the sport is played. Greenkeeping, the ball, and the club have all received attention in this study on the evolution of golf equipment. (Millard, 2023)

In each instance, innovations that worked their way upwards from relatively small roots transformed the fabric of the entire sport. It wasn’t always a linear or easy process. Opposition to rubber balls was widespread, and clubmakers feared what would happen to golf in the transition from wooden to metal-headed clubs. As alternatives have arisen, so too have concerns about their sustainability for the game. But legislation has kept pace with innovation, and throughout golf’s history such changes have had a far-reaching effect on the mechanics of technique and the playing of the game itself. Arguably, the most impactful development has been the introduction of technology. Club-making methods and material sciences have outstripped the skill of the club professional, as has the golfiness of golf course design. At one fell swoop, this has rendered the great par-threes of the craft obsolete. Nevertheless, this does not mean that the world of golf has been left wanting. In some respects, the game’s rich history has underestimated the effect technology would ultimately have on golf. In challenging the adequacy of human endeavour, it is likely to continue reshaping technique and the sport for decades into the future. As golf begins its own paradigm shift, it is likely to usher in a new generation of feral and free-spirited golfers bent on domination.

5. Modern Golfing Techniques

The advent of technological innovation and scientific advancement, primarily identifiable in the last two decades of the twentieth century, prompted a revolution in golfing techniques and methodologies. An emerging industry, golf biomechanics inadvertently fueled this revolution by mechanizing and simplifying golf swings while theoretically minimizing the risk of golf-related injury. By accurately measuring the kinematically remarkable movement of the human body in two and three-dimensional spaces, golf biomechanics began to prompt a re-evaluation of past golfing methods. Meanwhile, an upswing in the use of golf simulators and innovative golfing training was notable. Previous errors in golf swings were corrected or slowed with the incorporation of slow-motion kinetic studies. Resultingly, a revolution similar to the re-evaluation of swinging techniques in golf biomechanics and pseudo golf was prompted within golfing cultures. A list of referential golfing figures of modern golfing techniques and their techniques has become a cultural norm in the global golf culture. An index is commonly referred to for golfing techniques and their analysis, and a checklist could readily and easily find its way into an amateur golfer's golf bag. Most of modern golfing techniques are biomechanical or kinematic by nature and gradually becomes mechanical, offering universally applicable and culturally broad methodologies. With the mechanical nature of golfing, modeling is prominently involved, reducing golf swings and inquiry into a system of modularity on repeatable, testable motion.

Yet, modeling entails a reduction of the complex mixture found in golf swings while representing only the most relevant aspects of motion and, in turn, negating specific conditions. As a result, a model raises the concern of an inevitable cultural appropriation that homogenizes bodily motion, associated consciousness, and adherent verbalizations, other than casting golf swings as “an intuitive game” that renders golf swings and their culture art-like. Therefore, in light of its social frames, paradigmatic and iconic, golf modeling necessitates a comprehensive analysis - understanding both the affordance it bears for concentrated interests in bodily technique, consciousness, and culture, and its subsequent cultural epiphenomena. The inroad for such an analysis is gained via an inquiry into the pioneering models of golf swings by acclaimed golf figures. Similar to today’s golf syllabuses that gather iconic figures’ golf swings and disseminate their mission-statement-like verbalization, prominent golfing figures’ modeling gratifies a prospective golfer desire to enhance golfing techniques, reckoning the cited concern of reproducible golf swings. This takes the next question as to how to improve such reproducible golfing techniques, which barely offers mutual and specific answers, other than modeling without a framework to analyze the social nexus that holds the compliant relationship between bodily technique and consciousness. Therefore, within the modern golfing culture entirely pervaded by golfing modeling, golf figure studies appear necessary. (Yordanov et al., 2022)

5.1. Biomechanics and Kinematics

Biomechanics and Kinematics: Human body and strength have greatly affected how bio-mechanics has emerged in sports. Body types and strengths vary from person to person. Some people have better swing speeds, while others have better swing lines. In Golf, the primary movement is rotation at the shoulders, pelvis, knees, and feet. All these rotational body movements affect club speed and distances. This biomechanical analysis focuses on the golf swing motion with a right-handed player, encompassing positions from the back swing, down swing, and follow through for bio-mechanical explanations. A major intention of this analysis is to determine and discuss some key bio-mechanical aspects of the golf swing in comparison to the golf swings of the rookie and the professional players filmed by the St-2 mini camcorders. In this analysis, the veterans and their swings would be also looked at with respect to biomechanics to check the swings and movements. (Gould et al.2021)

Clubs’ types and specifications are a big part of modern golf. Golf manufacturers spend so much time, money, and effort trying to make golf technology that provides players with better equipment that makes the overall game easier. The main types and specifications in clubs are the loft, lie, length, weight consistency, swing weight, shaft tip age, grooves, and face types. The lifetime of endurance and consistency of clubs is often compared with other sports like tennis or baseball. Weather and play can affect the precision and potential of the equipment and change how they perform. The rules of club types are based upon the USGA rules. The creativity and skills in the play can be lost or changed with overly complex club technology. The point of this analysis is to investigate clubs as modern technology, equipment of golf, history, types, strengths, and rules.

Lastly, putting has been very computerized in recent times, and these systems are mainly found inside the houses of golfers. Systems to putt are hugely mechanical and computerized. To the public, these are regarded as an illegal use of equipment by the USGA rules. The industry of golf is now entering a scientific and mechanical time. Tennis, baseball, basketball, other sports, and their athletes think of ways to get better by using better, smarter technology. Human be-havior, flexibility of the biomechanics of golf is studied more than it ever has been. The general idea of golf has modernized from traditional club use to mechanical bio-mechanical and technological golf ways. The game of golf is still the same as it once was and should feel and sometimes be used that whether the game hasn’t changed much.

5.2. Mental and Psychological Strategies

In addition to physical considerations, the evolution of golfing techniques must involve an overview of the mental and psychological strategies in the game. Golf presents a generally unique sporting challenge, unlike most other popular sports. Golfing matches can last from a short 2 hours to over 4 hours, involving the same (comparative) situation throughout the round, with the main additional variable from a golfing perspective being the course location. The game itself does not have other competitors impeding the performance of other competitors, which is a primary aspect of most competitive sporting events. Such factors mean that these variables need to be dealt with in different ways practically and mentally. As a result, golfers must fine-tune techniques in terms of performance, understanding the zone of control, and preparation before and even during a round. This could best be illustrated by considering the case of one Mexican golfer. (Whitehead & Jackman, 2021)(Oliver et al.2021)

Sometimes the metagame needs to be understood to strategize the techniques further and control each performance based on strategic choices that could depend on the golfing situation, physical environment (ground, wind, and heart rate), and mainly performance and situation statistics. Although similar comparative techniques concerning the hurdles must be used (such as meteorological statistics and ground understanding), the golfer possesses a personal meta-knowledge. Despite winning tournaments against male players, the winning techniques were first based on knowing which holes are best for the average male player and trying to comprehend such stats from a different viewpoint, taking the ESPN Stats and Info team’s possible projections to understand the whole player perspective holistically. One advantage was that overall performances could be compared, but not on a stroke basis. From such differences and distances, possible plays to gain advantage on putting and driving could be analyzed depending on whole distance outputs, grass, topography, and other possible required pitches. Such edge considerations were planned and used progressively throughout rounds.

Another personal understanding of individual techniques based on performance intimate knowledge is how to be in “the zone.” This involves controlling and understanding many thoughts, visualizations, and sensations (mindfulness) concerning positive and negative traits and stimuli that promote or disrupt performance. This level was progressively obtained through rigorous daily effort and analyze of various performances under such conditions. Once trained, it is essential to exercise this state to dispose of it and be ready for use at any point. Such a technique is closely related to breathing and some routine actions before swinging with the putter, shorter clubs, and driver, which help to place the tasks within the best condition zone to control them suitably. Using the context to feel emotions and stimuli clearly is crucial to signal immediately where it is best (and needed) to focus more and not just continue to shake player heads.

Being relaxed is also a constant approached challenge, especially when tied for first or leading. In this state, focus is lost and hence control, and it must be planned before and after the round to either maintain a fluent rhythm when playing or breathe and try to feel relaxed on each action otherwise. On the physiological aspect, alcohol can be exploited to be used and limit to achieve a certain performance point.

6. The Impact of Evolving Techniques on Performance and Strategy

Through analysis of archived materials, the impact of technology and scientific knowledge on golf techniques is assessed. Instructions were initially rudimentary but became more structured and based on anatomical insights and human behavior. A shift from fundamental improvement with awareness to technique refinement for elite players was observed. Changes commonly target styles of movement rather than player individuality and requirement. Analysis of past and current documents reveals the impact and concern regarding the influence of evolving techniques on golf performance and strategy selection. (Wells & Langdown, 2020)

The impact of evolving techniques on performance and strategy selection: An analysis based on archived materials on golf technique instruction spanning more than 120 years emphasizes the influence and concern surrounding technique. This analysis distinguishes four periods in the evolution of instruction and discusses the resulting focus of performance improvement and strategy selection.

With the advent of increasing technology and scientific knowledge, including progress in physical education, structural exploration of the human body, the notion of unconscious motivation, video and computer instruction, and sports psychology, golf techniques recorded between 1869 and 2008 are analyzed to examine the impact of evolving techniques on golf performance and strategy selection. All the documents are archived in England, specifically the British Library of Sports and The Open Championship.

The performance of golf is determined by a sequence of strategy selections and executions, considering two phases of action: strategy consideration, which refers to creating a sequence of actions to execute at a specific time, and strategy evaluation, which refers to checking the overall cost-effectiveness of the selected strategies. With such a historical perspective, the impact of evolving techniques can be evaluated in terms of changes in the focus of performance improvement and strategy selection. Hence, the disposition of past and present golf instruction documents is examined in terms of the focus of evolving coaching knowledge, norm observation, and coaching view of players, all as targets for consideration. (Roberts et al.2021)

7. Conclusion and Future Directions

The game of golf has evolved in multiple ways over the years, with changes in clubs and technology, the construction of courses and walking or buggy riding, the professionalization of the sport, changes in the amateur ethos, and societal perceptions. This review addressed these topics and provided insight into the evolution of golfing techniques and their impact on the sport. In particular, the evolution of golf clubs with historic roots, technological developments, and the golf swing mechanism were elaborately discussed. It is hoped that this review would help in the future understanding of golf and assist in making decisions over the future of golf.

In conclusion, golf is the game of putters and drivers, greens and fairways, wedges, and who knows how many others when it comes to clubs. A golf club in the strictest definition implies a stick with a curved end, or several curved ends that are used to hit the golf ball. Golf clubs comprise of shaft, club head, hosel, grip, and face. There are several types of clubs used in golf, putting clubs, short clubs, mid-range clubs, long clubs, wedges, and drivers. The design and material of clubs can dramatically affect the flight of a golf ball. Using the right type of club can help a player improve their game. This paper presents historical roots of clubs from refashioned farm implements to highly machined titanium heads, discusses the evolution of clubs over the years and ends with future expectations over clubs.

Although golf swings appear to be simple to the untrained eye, close-up viewing demonstrates the remarkable complexity of motions involved. Throughout the golf swing, a complex interplay of biomechanics and motion exists. Golfers generate kinetic energy in a swinging motion and transfer throughout the golfer to the hands that holds the club. This energy is converted into a ball-launching motion powered by a series of motion-to-force conversions acting on the club’s head. The golf swing is a movement skill, involving dynamic coordination of legs, hips, trunk, shoulders, arms, hands, and clubs in a serial way. It’s important in both golf swing analysis and instructional improvement to recognize and understand the biomechanics supporting the golf swing.

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[shiftwux]

for the oc ask game :3

5, 23, 27, 28, 32, 39, 43

oc askgame [x]

5. if you could make only one of your OCs popular/known, who would it be?

gonna sound mad egotistical here but my sona (i kind of call him golfer like hes a hotline miami character because hes taken on a charm of his own) hes so intentionally terrible

23. introduce OC that has changed from your first idea concerning what the character would be like?

ohh man. roache has changed so much from conception its crazy. he used to be incel sexyman bait and then i relapsed and dug straight into 4chan t/cc stuff and his world expanded into a commentary/gallows humor comedy about that

27. any OCs that were inspired by a certain song?

the recent nurse one was based off of blink 182 obviously but also off of miss moneypenny by placebo. great song my parents are considering getting a cat and i want to name them after that song

28. your most dangerous OC?

all of them are murderers it just depends on how much youre into femdom

32. which one of your OCs would be the most suitable horror game protagonist and why?

oh this is SUCH a question. it depends on the qualifications. like whos most likely to survive or adapt to circumstances? probably mangy she gets to live rent free with two gore filmmakers (the guy with the gun sticking out from his face is distinctly not the golfer. ive changed his design we're all good now)

39. introduce any character you want

guy below is named ollie he was roommates with roache a few years after The Incident and they smoked weed together until they got scared and they could have been gay but everyone hates roache

43. do you have any certain type when you create your OCs? do you tend to favour some certain traits or looks? it’s time to confess

look buddy im going to be entirely real. usually i either have an archetype (whether that be a trope or a character or an interesting story attached to a person irl) or i just draw me until i branch out a separate character. chek was meant to be my sona but my buddy and i kept talking about how cool itd be if he had a soldier boyfriend who was buff and they escaped from a military bioweapons experiment and he had a tumor that turned into a gun videodrome style

[skyler10fic]

To Have and to Hold: Ch. 2 Venue Adventures

Carol and Daisy have three available locations in mind for their wedding. Join them as they find the one that is just right for them!

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The first thing to decide on was the location, which would determine the exact weekend around “early June” as their timeframe. Unfortunately, they discovered, four months was cutting it close for most venues. Three spots on their list, however, still had openings, so Carol and Daisy rearranged their schedules to visit them as soon as possible on the last Saturday in February. At least it was a sunny, comparatively warm one for the season.

First up was a barn-style venue at a country club. The manager picked them up from the front office in a golf cart and drove them around the property for what seemed like ages. Despite the warmth of the sun when they were standing still, the biting wind made the ride seem longer. 

“We’re so glad y’all could come out here!” the manager shouted over the noise of the motor and wind in a thick Tennesee accent. “It’s been busy busy busy. We are filling up with events left and right.” 

They finally arrived at the end of the winding trail to a little walking path. Golfers in sweaters taking advantage of the rare sunny winter day waved as they walked passed, and gorgeous huge trees lined the green. 

“This is nice,” Daisy said optimistically. “I like the landscaping and everyone seems friendly.”

“Oh yes,” the manager confirmed. “We all watch out for each other too.” She waved at some golfers who waited until they had passed to tee off. “It’s just around here now.” 

She led them around a curve in the path and through some trees to reveal a rustic-chic barn and open lawn area. 

“This is where we put the buffet area,” she said gesturing to a concrete slab with poles to support hanging lanterns. “And this is great for a photo booth!” 

Carol wandered away a bit, drawn by the sound of a nearby creek. 

“Oh no!” the manager shouted. “Honey, come back on this side of the fencing.” She frantically waved to the whitewashed wood, unfortunately missing a few sections, that lined the wedding area as a golf ball whizzed past Carol’s head. 

Carol’s heart raced as she quickly and carefully made her way back to the manager and to Daisy’s side.    

“I don’t think this is going to work,” Daisy concluded. “What if one of our guests got hit by a ball?” 

The manager pasted on a customer service smile. “We do have a teensy waver for them to sign, but we can always add some decorations or signage to help keep them in the reception area. Before you make any decisions, let’s see the inside!” 

Carol and Daisy exchanged silent looks behind her back as she led them into the barn. They would be hypocritical to be disappointed, as it was exactly what it said on the tin. Artistically arranged horseshoes, branding iron marks, and taxidermied cattle heads decorated the painted gray walls, with knotted, uneven reclaimed wood flooring and a white wagon wheel table at the entrance “for the guest book!” as the manager explained in delight. 

“The website was less…” Carol faltered. “Western?” 

The manager tsked and waved dismissively. “Oh we haven’t updated that yet to reflect the redesign, but themed weddings are so popular these days, and did you know we’re the only Western aesthetic venue in the region?! Of course, you can always tone it down if cowgirl isn’t your style. The longhorns are removable, for an extra fee for labor, and we have some nice floral paintings or some ironwork light fixtures with electric candles, whatever your taste. The space is very adaptable.” 

The tension hung in the air as they tried to find a way to politely refuse. Daisy walked around the barn to give it full consideration. They only had three choices, so if the others turned out to be worse, she wanted to make sure they could make this one work. 

Unfortunately, she was distracted in this thought process by wall decor with “Live, Laugh, Love” underscored by hunting rifles under each word, and she tripped over a knot in the wood, knocking over a three-foot-tall metal silhouette of a cowboy and cowgirl in a romantic embrace. 

“Sorry! Sorry.” She tried to right the artwork and noticed she’d chipped the paint on the cowboy’s hat where it hit the ground. She grimaced and whirled back around to rush to Carol’s side. “You know, we’d really better be going.” 

Carol took the hint and looked at her watch. “Oh, yes, we have another appointment, and with the ride back, we better go now to not be late. This looks, it’s very… aesthetic, as you said!” 

Daisy pressed her lips into a smile and nodded and hummed in agreement. The manager surrendered in disappointment and led them back to the golf cart. 

“Oh, watch out!” She stopped them just in time as a golf ball flew overhead. “Clive’s been losing his sight, poor man, but we can’t tell him not to come. His father was one of the founders of the club! So we just have to be extra careful on Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Saturdays.”

Carol and Daisy sent each other another silent message with raised eyebrows. A Saturday wedding was their goal, assuming it would allow more guests to make it.

Back at their car after a long walk and golf cart ride, Daisy and Carol closed their doors and exhaled. 

“So.” Daisy put the key in the ignition and started the car. “Safety seemed like a concern.” 

“Right. And, as hot as cowgirls are, maybe not our ideal wedding aesthetic,” Carol emphasized and they both let out a giggle they’d been holding in. 

“Okay, so we’re agreed. Not our scene.” Daisy backed out of the parking spot and drove on to the main road. “Though I will take note of the hot cowgirl comment for other activities.”

She glanced briefly over to Carol, who bit her lip as her imagination filled in the blanks. 

“Yes, please. But next up is…” Carol announced as she programmed the address into her phone’s GPS app, “The Church of Love, a remodeled cathedral-style venue that doubles as a popular neighborhood bar, with live music, food, and drinks, drinks, drinks.” She paused, amused. “It says it three times like that. Drinks drinks drinks. There’s more information about the types of alcohol they offer than the space itself or the pricing or what’s included.” 

Daisy sighed. “Yeah, I’m hoping they have more details in person. I mean, obviously, they are a bar, so that’s their business, but it would be good to know what ballpark we’re talking here budget-wise.” 

Carol shrugged. “Probably standard to not have it on their website. Most places didn’t either. But like, do they work with caterers, do they provide a sound system…”

“It didn’t have many pictures either. Most of them were of the stained glass windows so I didn’t get a good sense of the space.” 

They drove up to the steepled building with neon signs out front and beer ad banners flapping in the wind. It was only 2 p.m., so the parking lot was empty, save one car at the far end. They got out and knocked on the huge wooden doors, trying to avoid the judgmental gaze of the gargoyles and other creatures above and around them. 

“Hey!” called a man with spiky white hair wearing a Hawaiian shirt in 40-degree weather. “That’s just for show. Entrance is over here.” He pointed to a normal-sized metal door on the side of the church and walked inside, so they followed. The entryway and lobby were dark, but the man flipped on lights and unlocked doors as he went, clearly in charge of the facility.

“Hi, hey,” Daisy greeted as they caught up with him. “We have an appointment to talk about having a wedding here? Are you Jack?”

“Jackie,” the man corrected, “Jack was my dad. And he’d be rolling over in his grave if he knew what I’d done to his church and hosting marriages between…” Jackie looked back at them, stopped himself, and had a wheezing coughing fit. “Sorry, nothing contagious, just believe ‘em when they say smoking’s bad for ya, kids.” He coughed again and Carol and Daisy tried not to visibly recoil. 

He opened a final door and swept his arm around. “Here it is!” The first thing they noticed was the pride he took in it. The second as they stepped into the former sanctuary was the giant stained glass rose windows above with rows and rows of narrow panes of stained glass just below, throwing light all around them. 

“Whoa,” Daisy smiled. “Okay, that’s cool.” 

“Oh!” Carol lowered her gaze to see an equally huge bar counter under one of the windows. Neon lights lined the shelves full of tequila and vodka and beers of every variety and more. “Right here in the space.” 

“Convenient, right?” Jackie waggled his eyebrows. “Wait ‘til you see this.” He pressed a remote and a disco ball descended from one of the archways. Then another. And another. 

Daisy scrunched her nose in the way she did when she was trying not to be rude. “So, we were thinking the reception and the ceremony would be in different rooms. Is there anything like that?” 

Jackie raised his hands in peace, “Okay, okay, I see where you’re coming from. We have these partitions built in for this.” He walked to one of the walls at the narrow midsection of the sanctuary and folded out hinged room dividers, and the other on the other side. “Back when this was a fancy church, they’d’ve had the choir up here, see, and the people in the back in what’s now the reception space.” 

“Party in the back, got it,” Daisy confirmed. She followed Carol to the front where the altar still stood. 

Jackie’s phone rang and he walked away for a moment. 

Standing before the altar, Daisy followed Carol’s gaze up to the massive crucifix, complete with with Christ’s dying body carved in marble. Carol shivered. Daisy soothed her back. “You okay?” 

Carol huffed out a half-laugh and turned to face the sanctuary. “Yeah, I’m fine. It’s weird, though. I can’t decide if it’s too holy or not enough.”

Daisy noticed below the stained glass but above the party scene, another row of gargoyles and angels stared down at them. “On paper, it sounds so cool. But in reality, it just doesn’t feel right, does it?”

They noted the way Jackie’s voice carried as he ranted to someone on the phone, echoing throughout the sanctuary even though he was far on the other side. 

Carol shrugged and gestured loosely to the marble bar counter with over a dozen marble stools and a whole wall of bottles. “It does seem like a cool bar concept. But maybe not for our wedding?” 

“Nah.” Daisy waved to Jackie, who waved back. She wasn’t entirely sure if he understood that they were leaving, but it didn’t matter anyway. “On to lucky number three!” 

The third venue had said to call first, so Carol talked to the receptionist who told them to come and reassured them that they would love the space, but that the venue’s manager was out dealing with an urgent situation and would meet them there as soon as she was available.

“Sounds like we have some time,” Carol said to Daisy after hanging up. “Wanna get coffee first?” 

“God, yes.” Daisy pulled into a Starbucks and they went in for a rest stop and refreshments in their long afternoon. 

Carol nibbled her thumbnail as they waited for their drinks. “What if this next one is another bust? What’s after that?” 

Daisy blew out her lips. “We go back to the drawing board, I guess. Maybe some of the ones that said they were full have cancellations or a waiting list? Wedding venues must have cancellations all the time, right, with people changing their dates or whatever?”

The barista called Carol’s name and she stepped up to take her drink, thank them, and wait for Daisy’s. Then she had an idea. “We could get creative, maybe somewhere we’re not thinking of? Somewhere not on the usual lists.”

The barista called out a drink for Tracey. Carol made sure they didn’t accidentally mean Daisy, but no, a Tracey stepped up to get an iced coffee. 

“Sorry, that’s mine,” Tracey said as Carol moved out of the way. 

“Iced coffee in February,” Daisy remarked, “that’s something I would do.” 

Tracey gave a little smile in response, then asked, “Hey, were you talking about wedding venues? I didn’t mean to overhear, just my wife and I got married last spring at a great place.” 

With that sentence, Tracey had their attention. “We’d love any recommendations at this point,” Daisy confessed. “We’re aiming for June, and most places are booked already.” 

Tracey searched in her phone for the information for the venue and showed them her screen. “Here, try this one. Gorgeous landscaping, right on this pond, there’s a wedding chapel and then an outdoor space and a reception hall with a kitchen. It’s owned by the city parks department, but as long as you bring in all your own people—photography, catering, deejay, whatever—and clean up when you’re done, it’s a good place to look into. We loved it.” 

“Thank you!” Carol typed the name of the venue and the city parks website came up with a page for the park it was in. 

“Good luck, and congratulations!” Tracey called as she left. Daisy's drink came just in time. 

Carol saw Daisy was holding in a smile. 

“What is it?” Carol asked as they walked out of the coffee shop and back to the car. 

“Look at the next address on the list.” 

“What?”

“Just do it!” Daisy urged with a laugh, getting out the keys as they reached the car. 

“Wait. No.” Carol looked up over the car at her. 

“Yup.” Daisy grinned and got in. When they were ready to go, she waited for Carol’s phone to bring up directions to the park. “Sounds like this is the one. Let’s go.” 

“How did I not realize that I was calling the parks department earlier?” Carol asked herself. “She just answered with her name, I guess, and I assumed it was a business.” 

Daisy stopped at a light and took a drink of her coffee. “I just showed you photos of this one, not the site, because honestly the web page sucked. City websites always suck, and I didn’t want you to hate it because of that or think it was run down or cheap or something just because it was a parks department venue.” 

“Fair,” Carol replied, scrolling through the scant information on the park web page. It was poorly adapted for the mobile browser, so she had to scroll horizontally as well as vertically. 

They arrived at the park just as a car with the parks department logo pulled in. 

A woman in a maroon peacoat with a clipboard got out and rushed over to them at a speed her pumps would allow. “So sorry! I was running late because there was a raccoon at the playground…” 

“Oh, that’s okay.” Daisy cringed that they had stopped for coffee after saying they were coming right over. “No rush. We just arrived.” 

“Ah! Perfect timing then. I’m Anne.” She shook both of their hands and led the way up a wooden ramp to the wedding chapel. “Let’s see here.” 

She pulled out a truly impressive ring of keys of every shape and variety and unlocked the door. An entryway with restrooms and a bulletin board of parks department activities opened up into a lobby area with a table, a few chairs, and carpet to prevent echoing. There was a simple wood stand for a guest book and a few windows for natural lighting. 

“It was renovated a few years ago, so while it looks new, it has a long history,” Anne explained.

She opened the chapel doors to reveal a modern but simple chapel. One round stained glass window above the altar showed a rose surrounded by a rainbow of colors. Large plain glass panes in the front gave them a stunning view of the pond, surrounded by willows, oaks, and evergreens. 

Anne apologized again, “It’s not the best view now but by June, I promise everything will be in bloom.” She pointed out which plants grew on which sides of the pond and the center where a fountain would be sparkling come spring but was off for the winter. 

They turned to the inside. A wood podium stood at the front with various cables and plugs for the sound system. There was nothing particularly religious about the room, nor any other clear “aesthetic” or “theme.” Daisy did notice built-in hooks for floral arrangements or other decorations, and Carol pointed out the seating was movable pews, if they needed more or fewer. 

“Yes,” Anne confirmed. “This is our standard spacing, but we have two more rows if needed or we can space them out a bit more to make the room look less empty for fewer guests. Or add a chair or two from the lobby.”

For every question and concern, Anne seemed to have an answer. She then walked them over to the outdoor and indoor reception area options, showed them the typical places buffet tables and gift tables and cake tables could go in each, the spots for speakers whether they decided to hire musicians or a deejay or a simple sound system, and a basic but functional kitchen. 

Daisy’s heart raced. This was it. She looked to Carol, who took her hand and squeezed. 

“Well,” Anne turned to them, checking off the last item on her clipboard. “That’s all I have, any more questions for me?” 

“Just to confirm,” Daisy asked, trying not to get her hopes up too high yet, “you said this is available in June?”

Anne checked her clipboard as they waited with bated breath. “Mmhm. I have down that you want Saturday, June 4, is that correct? We put a temporary hold on that date for you, but I’m afraid if you don’t put down a deposit today, we’ll have to open it up again and we can’t guarantee it will stay open.” 

Misinterpreting Carol and Daisy’s excited shared look as apprehension, she stepped back, “I’ll give you two a moment to talk it over. I’ll be out here.” She stepped outside and walked around the side of the building to remove some litter from a dormant flowerbed. 

Carol’s smile bloomed as she saw Daisy’s. “Yes,” they both said at once. Daisy squealed. “I can’t believe it. We’re getting married. Here.” 

“C’mon. Let’s test it out.” Carol led her back to the chapel. They hurried to the front and looked out at the pond, beginning to change color as the sun neared the horizon, just out of view. They stood facing each other, holding each other’s hands just as they would in the ceremony. 

“I do,” Daisy teased. 

“I do too,” Carol replied and winked. They kissed just as Anne found them. She waited politely until they noticed her.

“We’ll take it,” Carol confirmed. 

“Please,” Daisy added. 

She was tempted to add more pleases, but it was unnecessary as Anne replied, “Perfect! Let’s get the boring part over with, shall we?” She raised her clipboard to indicate she meant the paperwork. 

She led them out into the lobby where there was a table to sit at, turned on a light as it was starting to get dark, pulled out the forms, and clarified the amount for the deposit. 

As Daisy ran to the car for her checkbook, Anne confessed to Carol, “I’m glad it is a good fit for you two. Some people think it’s too plain or too small, but I’ve always loved this place.” 

“It’s perfect for us,” Carol said, reading over the paperwork and signing where indicated. 

“My parents were married here,” Anne said quietly, then put back on her cheerier parks department tone. “Of course, it’s been through two renovations since then. Wi-Fi, new appliances in the kitchen, and ADA accessible now.”

Carol finished her part of the paperwork as Daisy arrived back inside and sat down with them. She wrote the check and filled out her part of the paperwork as Carol asked Anne more about the park’s history, which Anne was all too happy to provide.  

When they were done, they stood out front as Anne locked up, remarking on how it had gotten cold while they were inside. Carol and Daisy got out their gloves from their coat pockets, wrapped their scarves tighter, and took in the surrounding park.

“Call me if you have any questions,” Anne called out to them and waved goodbye. They waved and then turned back to the pond to watch the last of the sunset fade into twilight and the stars begin to appear. Daisy slipped her arm around Carol’s waist, and Carol laid her head against Daisy’s. 

“June can’t come fast enough,” Carol sighed happily. 

“I know what you mean, but, uh, we have a lot to do before then, missy.” Daisy pulled her away and back to the car as they started shivering in the February air. “Invitations, guest list, cake, food, drinks, a wedding website, registry, music, decorations, what we’re going to wear, what color we want so we know what to ask the wedding party to wear, honeymoon destination…” 

“Okay, okay,” Carol laughed as Daisy started up the car. “I just meant, I’m excited to marry you right in there.” She pointed to the chapel. 

“In our adorable wedding chapel! Aw, look at it.” They exhaled happily together, which made them laugh at their own cheesiness, and then Daisy drove them home where they could at least check off the biggest item on their list. 

Who would come and what they would see and do and eat while at their wedding, well, that could wait for another day.

[mclemoregolfschool]

McLemore Golf Club: A Highly Sought-After Destination

Scenic Grandeur and Natural Beauty

Breathtaking Landscapes: Situated in the heart of [Location], McLemore Golf Club boasts stunning vistas of rolling hills, serene lakes, and lush valleys. The course's integration with its natural surroundings creates a captivating visual experience.

Panoramic Views: Elevated tee boxes and greens offer golfers panoramic views that are not only visually appealing but also contribute to the sense of tranquility and connection with nature.

Challenging Elevation Changes

Unique Playing Experience: The course's dramatic elevation changes set it apart from many others, presenting players with a distinct and exciting playing experience.

Test of Skill: Uphill and downhill shots challenge golfers to adapt their strategies and shot selections, enhancing the strategic depth of the game.

Variety and Diversity: These elevation changes introduce a level of variety to the gameplay, ensuring that each hole feels fresh and presents new challenges.

Masterful Course Design

Strategic Layout: The course's layout is meticulously designed to provide challenges for players of all skill levels. Thoughtfully placed hazards, bunkers, and water features demand strategic shot planning and execution.

Signature Holes: Several standout holes showcase the club's commitment to providing memorable experiences. Each hole presents a unique challenge and scenic backdrop, adding to the allure of the course.

Luxurious Amenities and Comfort

Elegant Clubhouse: The clubhouse is a hub of luxury, offering an inviting atmosphere for relaxation, socializing, and post-game celebrations.

Pro Shop: A well-stocked pro shop provides golfers with top-notch equipment, apparel, and accessories, enhancing their overall experience.

Fine Dining: Onsite dining establishments offer delectable cuisine and panoramic views, making it a perfect setting for enjoying a meal after a round of golf.

Impeccable Service

Warm Hospitality: The club's staff is known for their attentive and friendly service, creating a welcoming atmosphere for both members and guests.

Personalized Attention: From tee times to event planning, the staff goes the extra mile to cater to the unique needs and preferences of each individual.

Community and Events

Tournaments and Events: McLemore Golf hosts a range of tournaments and events throughout the year, attracting golfers from various backgrounds and skill levels.

Networking and Bonding: The club serves as a hub for golf enthusiasts to connect, network, and forge lasting friendships.

Memorable Experiences

Unforgettable Memories: The combination of the breathtaking natural scenery, challenging gameplay, luxurious amenities, and warm hospitality ensures that every visit to McLemore Golf Club is etched in the memory of golfers.

Conclusion: A Golfing Paradise

McLemore Golf Club's demand arises from its unique blend of natural beauty, challenging gameplay, luxurious amenities, and outstanding service. It's a place where golfers can indulge their passion while being surrounded by breathtaking landscapes and experiencing the highest levels of comfort and hospitality. The club's reputation for delivering memorable experiences cements its status as a highly sought-after golfing destination.

[times-atickin]

I've always wondered why they don't adapt golf pitches depending on the climate. I know the answer is rich old people want to look at lawn, but I feel like the sport of golf would be so interesting if you had to account for local topography. I just feel it would present a unique and very fun challenge for a golfer.

“Abolish Golf”

Sticker spotted in Chicago, Illinois.

[thegratefulgolfer]

Change Is The One Constant In Golf

Change governs all aspects of golf. Regardless of your skill level, being able to adapt to change is an important skill that most golfers overlook. Whether the change is random or self driven, change is something that many golfers have a hard time adjusting too in a short period of time. As variables shift during a round (weather, course conditions, swing challenges) trying to navigate through…

[untilthenexttee]

2023 PGA Show VLOG - Demo Day ("Golfmas")

There are certain days in our lives that we look forward to. Perhaps, it’s the first day of spring or summer. Maybe, its the day that you retire, freeing up more time for golf or fishing. It could be a golf trip – I hear that these exist – or it could be an event, like a concert or The Masters. For me, Demo Day at the PGA Show is one of these days. Demo and Fitting Day gives me the opportunity…

[macrogolf12]

Square Stroke Golf: Transforming Precision and Power on the Course

Golf, often revered as a game of precision and skill, is constantly evolving with new techniques and equipment that redefine how players approach each shot. Among the many advancements in the sport, the concept of "Square Stroke Golf" has gained considerable attention. This technique has gained traction for its ability to enhance control, precision, and consistency. With roots in simplifying the swing mechanics, Square Stroke Golf presents a powerful alternative to traditional techniques, allowing players to experience a new level of accuracy. This article delves into the importance of Square Stroke Golf, exploring the unique elements that make it a game-changer for golfers at all levels.

Special Elements of Square Stroke Golf

Square Stroke Golf incorporates a few distinct principles that set it apart from traditional golf techniques. One of its most defining aspects is its emphasis on alignment. By focusing on maintaining a square alignment throughout the stroke, players can achieve more effective body mechanics. This alignment fosters a direct path for the clubhead, promoting a straighter shot and reducing the likelihood of misalignment at the impact point.

Another key component of Square Stroke Golf is its minimalistic approach. This method reduces the complexities of traditional swings by eliminating unnecessary movements in the wrists and shoulders. By simplifying the swing, players can avoid common errors that arise from over-complicating their form.

Benefits of Square Stroke Golf for Different Skill Levels

Square Stroke Golf offers benefits that are advantageous to golfers across the spectrum, from beginners to advanced players. For beginners, the technique’s simplicity provides an excellent foundation to build upon. Many new golfers find traditional swings complex, as they involve multiple adjustments that can lead to inconsistent results. Square Stroke Golf, with its emphasis on a direct and linear swing, allows newcomers to focus on core principles without being overwhelmed by complex mechanics.

Why Square Stroke Golf is Here to Stay

As more golfers and instructors recognize the benefits of Square Stroke Golf, it has established itself as more than a passing trend. Its focus on control, simplicity, and alignment resonates with the fundamentals of effective golf. In addition, it appeals to a wide range of golfers, making it a versatile technique that can be adapted to individual needs. In a sport where precision and consistency are paramount, Square Stroke Golf offers a method that is both accessible and highly effective, which is why it continues to grow in popularity.

Square Stroke Golf is a powerful technique that appeals to golfers seeking accuracy, simplicity, and consistency. Its focus on a square clubface alignment and controlled swing path brings out the best in a golfer’s natural abilities, reducing errors and boosting confidence. By integrating Square Stroke Golf into their routine, players across all skill levels can enjoy a more rewarding and effective golfing experience.

[drchristophedelongsblog]

Epitrochleitis: the ‘golfer's elbow

Epitrochleitis, often called ‘golfer's elbow’, is an inflammation of the tendons on the inside of the elbow. Unlike epicondylitis (‘tennis elbow’), which affects the outside of the elbow, epitrochleitis affects the tendons of the muscles that allow the wrist and fingers to bend.

Causes of epitrochleitis

- Sports: golf, baseball, shot-putting, etc. Repetitive flexing movements of the wrist and hand place heavy strain on the tendons of the medial epicondyle.

- Occupational activities: Jobs requiring repetitive wrist movements (plumbing, painting, carpentry, etc.) are more likely to lead to epitrochleitis.

- Repeated microtrauma: Repeated small traumas can irritate the tendons and lead to inflammation.

Symptoms

- Pain: A sharp, localised pain on the inside of the elbow, which worsens when bending the wrist or gripping objects.

- Stiffness: A feeling of stiffness in the elbow, especially in the morning.

- Weakness: A reduction in grip strength.

Treatment

Treatment for epitrochleitis is similar to that for epicondylitis and aims to reduce inflammation and pain, as well as strengthening the forearm muscles. It may include :

- Rest: It is important to rest the elbow joint and avoid movements that cause pain.

- Ice: Applying ice can help reduce inflammation.

- Medication: Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) can relieve pain.

- Physiotherapy: Specific exercises can strengthen the forearm muscles and improve elbow mobility.

- Shock waves: This technique can stimulate tissue healing.

- Corticosteroid injections: In the most severe cases, a corticosteroid injection may be considered to reduce inflammation.

Prevention

- Warm-up: Before any physical activity, it is important to warm up properly to prepare the muscles and tendons.

- Rest: It is important to take regular breaks during repetitive activities.

- Adapting your movements: Changing the way you work or play a sport can help reduce the pressure on the elbow.

- Muscle strengthening: Strengthening exercises can help prevent recurrences.

In summary, epicondylitis and epitrochleitis are two similar conditions that affect the outside and inside of the elbow respectively. They are caused by excessive strain on the tendons and can be very painful. Accurate diagnosis and appropriate treatment are essential for a full recovery.

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The Best Golf Course: Where Quality Instruction Meets Performance

Maybe you've looked back at a golf course and wished you could play as well as the pros, or maybe you've found yourself flipping through the remote and hoping you could play alongside them. Whatever the situation, it's normal that you'd be looking for the best golf course in India to improve your skills and raise your confidence. Let’s see how investing in quality instruction can transform your game.

Why Take Golf Lessons?

If you're thinking about taking up golf, you should invest in some quality lessons. Enrolling in the best golf course in India will teach you crucial skills and advice on how to stand properly, swing the club correctly, and even which clubs to use and when.

•  Golf instructors provide crucial information.

•  Those who do not take lessons from a qualified instructor sometimes struggle to understand basic basics.

•  Investing in quality golf instruction is essential for learning the sport.

•  Qualified instructors can provide helpful guidance and recommendations, and you will enjoy increasing your skills.

Why is it so important to have a golf instructor with you?

Beginning lessons are necessary. Simply said, golf is not intuitive. Everyone needs to learn to swing a golf club. No one, not even the best professionals, just picked up a club and knew what to do with it.

Lessons are the most effective approach to enhance your game. They can assist you break poor habits or figure out why your game is deteriorating. They're also a direct way to enhance your game when it's plateaued, and getting advice from a pro on your equipment can save you money!

Learning on your own is always a good idea, but in situations like golf, it can be practically impossible. You are welcome to seek out extra resources to assist you enhance your skills, but a few lessons will help you prepare to play better, especially if you are playing on the best golf course in India.

Choose a golf club that will allow you to reach your goals while having fun and performing at your best in a welcoming environment. Not only that, but the best golf course in India provides lessons, courses, and training plans tailored to your goals, time, and profile, allowing you to pursue your passion in the best conditions.

Additionally, the ambiance of a golf course can have a big impact on your learning experience. A well-maintained course not only provides a gorgeous backdrop but also gives a variety of difficulties that will help you improve your skills. Playing on varied terrains and situations allows you to adapt and evolve as a golfer. Engaging with other golfers, offering ideas, and witnessing other playing techniques can help you gain a better understanding of the game. Finally, improving your golf game is about more than just technical skills; it's about developing camaraderie and sharing a passion for the sport.

Conclusion

Relying on top-notch golf instruction from a qualified instructor who will help you break bad habits and teach you essential skills to provide you with insightful knowledge. Your confidence in the game of golf will soar along with your ability level after taking these lessons. When you learn in a friendly atmosphere, you may play at your best and reach your goals of playing golf to the fullest extent possible. You can also enjoy your passion for the game.

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Pablo Gerboles Parrilla: A Collegiate Golfer’s Journey to Excellence

Pablo Gerboles Parrilla: A Collegiate Golfer’s Journey to Excellence

Pablo Gerboles Parrilla, a Spanish golfer hailing from León, made his mark on the American collegiate golf scene during his years as a standout athlete for Florida Atlantic University (FAU). Throughout his time at FAU, Gerboles Parrilla demonstrated not only his exceptional talent on the course but also his tenacity and commitment to improving his game in highly competitive tournaments.

Early Success and Rising Through the Ranks

Gerboles Parrilla’s college golf journey was marked by his resilience and pursuit of excellence. One of his early notable achievements came during the 2012 Sun Belt Conference (SBC) Championships. In this prestigious event, he managed to stay competitive through each round, ultimately keeping himself in contention until the final holes. This tournament was a testament to his steady performance and growing reputation as a golfer to watch. His ability to handle pressure and maintain a strong presence in championship play laid the groundwork for future accomplishments.

Career Milestones: Cobra PUMA Invitational

One of Gerboles Parrilla’s career-defining moments came during the 2013 Cobra PUMA Invitational. It was here that he recorded his lowest collegiate round, an achievement that solidified his place among FAU's top golfers. His strong play in this tournament, coupled with his ability to navigate challenging courses, showcased his precision, adaptability, and mental toughness. Scoring low at this level requires not only skill but a strategic approach to the game—traits that Gerboles Parrilla consistently displayed throughout his college career.

Competing on the Big Stage: Conference USA Championship

In 2016, Gerboles Parrilla competed in one of his final collegiate events, the Conference USA (C-USA) Championship. Playing against some of the best golfers in the nation, this tournament was a fitting conclusion to his collegiate golf career. While his team’s performance was under pressure, Gerboles Parrilla's individual play remained impressive, as he faced stiff competition. His determination to perform at his best at the highest level of competition was evident in this final chapter of his college golf story.

A Legacy of Dedication

Pablo Gerboles Parrilla’s time at FAU was marked by continual growth and moments of brilliance on the golf course. From his early efforts in the SBC Championships to his record-breaking performance at the Cobra PUMA Invitational and his participation in the C-USA Championship, his career is a story of perseverance and skill. He remains an example of what it takes to thrive in collegiate sports—hard work, strategic thinking, and the ability to perform under pressure.