Monthly Archives: December 2012

The Math of Shot Selection and Other Mistakes We Make

Posted on December 15, 2012 by golfissimple

Remember: 1 triple bogey > 3 birdies. Indeed, 1 double bogey > 2 birdies. All day long, on any golf course, in any round.   I. Newton

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A Holiday Break

Posted on December 6, 2012 by golfissimple

We here at Golf is Simple will take a month’s break, while the good cheer comes your way.  We will be back a month from now, once all that good cheer has passed. Happy Holidays to All!

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Getting the Ball to the Hole: Why and When to Lag (Lesson 3, Part 4)

Posted on December 2, 2012 by golfissimple

To die the ball at the hole, or to putt it 17 inches past?  That is the question. There is a debate in golf about whether one should try to die the ball at the hole or putt it with … Continue reading →

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