Welcome to Play Smart, a regular GOLF.com game-improvement column that will help you play smarter, better golf. With the game being just as mental as it is physical — maybe even more so — it’s easy ...

Golf is a challenging game at any level, but starting out can be daunting to say the least. One of the “benefits” of golf is that there’s a lot of information out there, tips and tricks to get your ...

Over the past couple of decades, the game of golf has seen a drop in play with fewer kids taking up the sport. Kelly McCammon, founder and CEO of the Payne Stewart Kids Golf Foundation, is looking to ...

Rory McIlroy has one of those golf swings that captures the attention of everyone around him. It's smooth in tempo but powerful in speed; textbook in position but homegrown in appearance. Simply put, ...

More women and girls are picking up the game of golf than ever before. This is bringing a fresh wave of passionate female golfers who are eager to learn, sharpen their skills, and enjoy everything the ...

We spoke with players and instructors to find the best golf clubs for beginners. Here are the sets we recommend that will ...

Golf seems to be more popular than ever among women, especially with new technology making clubs easier to hit. If you’re just picking up the sport— or like me coming back after a break—having the ...