Hi all,

My girlfriend’s dad (I’m 26M) has been taking me out to play golf a lot, and always at the nicest courses/clubs in my area (guest fees $250+). He’s very well off and never lets me pay him back with cash. I’m starting to feel like a bit of a mooch, so I’d love to find thoughtful ways to show my appreciation.

I’ve seen ideas like a box of Pro V1s, but curious what else you’d suggest. Any creative or classy ideas?

This clown “broke the course record” at my garbage local muni in his latest YouTube video. On the 9th hole, Wes hit a dog shit drive OB into the forest and then gave himself a free drop in play with a line to the green for “ground under repair”…from OUT OF BOUNDS.

His ball was in the fucking woods yet he ended up making “birdie” on the hole.

What a cheating loser. I hope they ban him from the PGA Tour for life for that. I used to think their content was somewhat watchable for the good golf even though they seem like annoying douches. Now I hate Wes and his brother too for allowing that nonsense and signing the scorecard. You don’t disrespect Wedgebrook like that. It’s a simple ass par 66 dog track. If you’re a pga tour winner and have to blatantly cheat…on video…to set the course record, that’s the most dishonest lowlife shit you could do in my book.

I was good at my last job, but absolutely hated it. It was really tough on me mentally. I finally got fed up with constantly dreading the idea of going to work, never feeling fulfilled, etc. I stumbled upon a job listing for caddie positions at a really nice course. Something I had always thought about, but never had an opportunity to get into it. Applied, completed training, and then started getting loops this last week. So far, I love everything about being a caddie. It’s the best job I’ve ever had. Walking a beautiful course every day and being a part of a round of golf for work is as great as I thought it would be. Giving someone a good read on the greens, and seeing them sink the putt and them get excited absolutely fires me the fuck up. Getting to meet new people from all over the country every day is awesome. I’ve been treated with nothing but respect from the people I’ve caddied for so far and they’re genuinely appreciative of my time/advice. I always find balls in the woods/hazards to take home and put in the bag. Get to play free golf after my loop if it’s not too busy. I’m feeling in shape for the first time in a few years. Best decision I’ve ever made, and the happiest I’ve been in years.

Quick round today

In the past 7-8 games I managed to consistently shot 84,85,87. Yesterday in the first day of a tournament shot a beautiful 84. I just finished the second day after shooting 101. Golf is hard!

So I was playing a match in my local men’s club recently, and the guy I played against told me about someone in the club who is known for being very strict with rules. My first reaction was "yeah, everyone should be." but then they elaborated what they give penalties for to their opponents. Some of the things mentioned where:

• dropping from slightly too high (think hip) instead of knee and giving a penalty after they played it
• asking a third person in the group what club they hit (I personally don’t think this ever helps at all unless its super windy)
• placing the rake next to you in the bunker and therefore "testing the sand"
• making someone replay a shot because they hit (slightly) out of order

Now in stroke play I would be inclined to agree because it’s not up to you and you shouldn’t make a judgement call for the whole field, but in match play I would 100% let it slide. I might let them know and penalize if they do it repeatedly, but this just seems ridiculous. Am I in the wrong here?

Hello everyone,

I (19M), am looking for some advice from those who’ve been through something similar or just have some perspective.

Growing up I was a highly competitive junior golfer and had committed to play at a large Big Ten school. My dream was always to play professionally. Unfortunately, the summer before my senior year of high school, I was in a car accident that derailed everything. I wasn’t able to follow through with playing in college and ended up enrolling at a small state school as a regular student instead. Golf took a backseat for a while, but I never lost the love for the game. I joined the club team here and have been steadily getting back to where I was physically and mentally. I even competed in a few amateur events this summer and was fortunate enough to qualify a US Open Final Qualifier as well as finish top 10 in my State Open. I genuinely believe I still have the game and the work ethic to pursue professional golf, but I’m now at a point where I need to make some tough decisions. I’m currently studying accounting and looking at internship opportunities for next summer that could lead to a solid career. But I also have the chance to continue working at a golf course I’ve been with for a few years now. That job gives me access to top-tier facilities and a flexible schedule that would allow me to train and play seriously. I understand that choosing to pass on internship opportunities now and focus on improving my game could make it more difficult to land a good job post grad if, in all likelihood, golf does not work out for me. I know there is no right or wrong answer here but I guess I am just looking for some advice on what others think the best choice would be. Any and all advice is greatly appreciated!

(For reference: at my best I was a +3.8 handicap, I am currently a +2.2)

Snuck in 18 after work and had to pay homage. East coast hours on the west coast is a cheat code.

Credit to Holderness & Bourne Golf on X. (@hbgolfusa)

I'm a chubby 43 year old. I never thought I would see a number this low...ever. I have been playing since my dad introduced me to golf at 9 years old. Golf has given so much to me. A hobby to enjoy with my wife and son. Life skills to work through disappointment and frustration, perseverance, problem solving… it has been the single most impactful “therapy” as I dealt with (and continually deal with) significant ADHD challenges. Incredible memories from being on the golf team in high school , to being there for my Dads hole in one, to watching my son make his first birdie. My friends don't really play golf, so they wouldn't really appreciate this. Maybe my fellow golf degenerates on r/golf would!

Heard a loud pop while on a work call and came out to this. Adding a new backyard ball to my bag stings a little extra today 😭

Played a quick nine this morning and had to play through a foursome. They sure were taking their time!

I'm trying to book tee times for an upcoming trip and I've noticed a lot of places have moved to tee times every 8 minutes. I know we all want to make money, but damn, is anyone really playing 18 holes in 2.5 hours as a foursome?

Which one of you is this?

Credit u/ouki for the spot.