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Ping Putters By Year

PING didn’t just make putters, it built the blueprint most…
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Ping Putters By Year

PING didn’t just make putters, it built the blueprint most of the industry still copies. Track the full lineup here,…
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Uneekor EYE MINI LITE Launch Monitor Review

Is the Uneekor EYE MINI LITE the smartest entry point into Uneekor’s lineup? We break down the accuracy, setup, and…
Hitting Strips & Mats

Holy Grail Hitting Strip Review: My Honest Take After A Bunch of Use

After a month of real testing on the Holy Grail hitting strip from Gungho Golf, I’m breaking down what it…
Instruction

What is Match Play in Golf?

Match play is a head-to-head format where you compete hole by hole against a single opponent, with the goal of…
Instruction

What is Stableford Scoring?

Stableford is a fun game that can equal the playing field for all levels of golfers and it can eliminate…

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Ping Putters By Year

PING didn’t just make putters, it built the blueprint most of the industry still copies. Track the full lineup here, from the first Anser to the latest release.
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Uneekor EYE MINI LITE Launch Monitor Review

Is the Uneekor EYE MINI LITE the smartest entry point into Uneekor’s lineup? We break down the accuracy, setup, and where it beats (and loses to) the competition.
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Holy Grail Hitting Strip Review: My Honest Take After A Bunch of Use

After a month of real testing on the Holy Grail hitting strip from Gungho Golf, I’m breaking down what it gets right, where it falls short, and whether it deserves a spot in your golf simulator setup.
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Golf 101: The Ultimate Guide to Golfing for Beginners

The absolute best tip as a seasoned teaching pro I can give someone who is just starting out, just go out and have fun! Golf for beginners can be difficult, don’t take it too seriously.

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