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Tournament spectators.
Tournament spectators.Gear Effect The effect that tends to cause a ball hit toward the toe or heel side of face center to curve back to the intended target line.
The effect that tends to cause a ball hit toward the toe or heel side of face center to curve back to the intended target line. GimmeA putt that is certain to be made on the next shot and will most likely be conceded by an opponent.
A putt that is certain to be made on the next shot and will most likely be conceded by an opponent.Golf GloveA glove generally worn by a right-handed golfer on the left hand, and by a left-handed golfer on the right hand, to improve the grip.
A glove generally worn by a right-handed golfer on the left hand, and by a left-handed golfer on the right hand, to improve the grip.Golf RangeA facility where people can practice their full swings and, in some cases, their short games.
A facility where people can practice their full swings and, in some cases, their short games. Goose NeckHaving the neck of a club curved so that the heel is slightly offset from the line of the shaft. A putter (or iron) that has an extremely offset hosel.
Having the neck of a club curved so that the heel is slightly offset from the line of the shaft. A putter (or iron) that has an extremely offset hosel. GrainThe direction which the blades of grass grow, which is of primary importance on the greens (particularly Bermuda grass greens) as this can affect how much and in which direction a putt breaks.
The direction which the blades of grass grow, which is of primary importance on the greens (particularly Bermuda grass greens) as this can affect how much and in which direction a putt breaks. Grand SlamThe Modern (or Professional) Grand Slam describes winning the four professional Major Championships -- the PGA Championship, the Masters and the United States and British Opens -- in a calendar year. The Career Grand Slam describes winning each of these events once in a career. Only Gene Sarazen, Ben Hogan, Gary Player, Jack Nicklaus and Tiger Woods have accomplished this. No one has ever won the Modern Grand Slam. In 1930, Bobby Jones won the U.S and British Amateurs and Opens, a feat which was termed the Grand Slam and has never been duplicated. The 28-year old Jones retired from competitive golf that year. In addition, The PGA of America's Grand Slam of Golf is a late-season event that features the winners of that year's four Professional Major championships.
The Modern (or Professional) Grand Slam describes winning the four professional Major Championships -- the PGA Championship, the Masters and the United States and British Opens -- in a calendar year. The Career Grand Slam describes winning each of these events once in a career. Only Gene Sarazen, Ben Hogan, Gary Player, Jack Nicklaus and Tiger Woods have accomplished this. No one has ever won the Modern Grand Slam. In 1930, Bobby Jones won the U.S and British Amateurs and Opens, a feat which was termed the Grand Slam and has never been duplicated. The 28-year old Jones retired from competitive golf that year. In addition, The PGA of America's Grand Slam of Golf is a late-season event that features the winners of that year's four Professional Major championships.GraphiteSynthetic filament material used for shaft and head production, produced through a series of heating steps. Graphite fibers may differ greatly in strength and modulus.
Synthetic filament material used for shaft and head production, produced through a series of heating steps. Graphite fibers may differ greatly in strength and modulus. GreenThe whole golf course according to golf rules. However, in popular usage, it refers to the putting surface.
The whole golf course according to golf rules. However, in popular usage, it refers to the putting surface.Green FeeThe amount charged by the course to allow the player to use the course.
The amount charged by the course to allow the player to use the course.GreenkeeperThe employee of the club who is responsible for the maintenance of the course. An older, outdated term for the course superintendent.
The employee of the club who is responsible for the maintenance of the course. An older, outdated term for the course superintendent. GreensideAdjacent to the putting green.
Adjacent to the putting green.GripThe part of the shaft by which the club is held. Covered with leather or other material. Also means the manner in which you hold the club
The part of the shaft by which the club is held. Covered with leather or other material. Also means the manner in which you hold the clubThe placing and positioning of the hands on the club. The various types include the Vardon or overlapping, the interlocking and the 10-finger or baseball grip. (The Vardon grip is the most popular grip today). There is also the reverse-overlapping grip, in which the index finger of the left or top hand overlaps the smallest finger of the right or bottom hand. This is primarily used in putting, although some players use this grip when chipping the ball.Grip Collar Plastic collar used to secure the bottom of a grip in place on the shaft. Most commonly seen on leather grips.
Plastic collar used to secure the bottom of a grip in place on the shaft. Most commonly seen on leather grips. GrooveThe horizontal scoring lines on the face of the club that help impart spin on the ball.
The horizontal scoring lines on the face of the club that help impart spin on the ball. A description of a swing that consistently follows the same path, time after time.GrossThe total number of strokes required to complete a round of golf BEFORE the player's handicap is deducted
The total number of strokes required to complete a round of golf BEFORE the player's handicap is deductedGroundWhen referred to in the Rules of Golf, it means the point when the club touches the ground (or water) prior to playing the shot. (It is against the Rules of Golf to ground your club in a hazard).
When referred to in the Rules of Golf, it means the point when the club touches the ground (or water) prior to playing the shot. (It is against the Rules of Golf to ground your club in a hazard).Ground Under RepairAny part of the course so marked by order of the Committee or so declared by its authorized representative [this means it is not ANY part being repaired!]. It includes material piled for removal and a hole made by a greenkeeper, even if not so marked.
Any part of the course so marked by order of the Committee or so declared by its authorized representative [this means it is not ANY part being repaired!]. It includes material piled for removal and a hole made by a greenkeeper, even if not so marked.USGA: All ground and any grass, bush, tree or other growing thing within the ground under repair is part of the ground under repair. The margin of ground under repair extends vertically downward, but not upward. Stakes and lines defining ground under repair are in such ground. Such stakes are obstructions. A ball is in ground under repair when it lies in or any part of it touches the ground under repair.Grounding the ClubPlacing the clubhead behind the ball at address and touching it to the ground.
Placing the clubhead behind the ball at address and touching it to the ground.Group LessonA teaching session in which several pupils work with one or more PGA Professionals. This type of lesson is particularly effective for beginners, especially juniors.
A teaching session in which several pupils work with one or more PGA Professionals. This type of lesson is particularly effective for beginners, especially juniors. Gunmetal Dark, almost black, finish applied to the surface of iron heads for cosmetic reasons or to prevent rusting of a carbon steel head.
Dark, almost black, finish applied to the surface of iron heads for cosmetic reasons or to prevent rusting of a carbon steel head. Gutta PerchaMaterial used in the manufacture of early golf balls. It was a hard, molded substance made from the sap of several types of Malaysian trees. These balls were in use from 1848 until the early 1900's.
Material used in the manufacture of early golf balls. It was a hard, molded substance made from the sap of several types of Malaysian trees. These balls were in use from 1848 until the early 1900's. Golf Instruction Newsletter
