The Rulebook Of The Golf Gods

The Royal and Ancient and the USGA have their rulebook and the golf gods have theirs. The official rulebook has been written and rewritten for over 250 years. And now for the first time in writing here is THE RULEBOOK OF THE GOLF GODS. The golfing authorities dictate how the game is to be played and scored. However, where the ball goes is strictly up to the golf gods. Generations of golfers have always wondered where the ugly, crazy and frustrating shots come from. The answer is finally here. This book covers the things that happen on a golf course that aren't covered anywhere in the official golf rulebook. Subjects include equipment, preparation, strategy, tee shots, shots to the green, chipping, putting, trees, bunkers, water, weather, good breaks bad breaks, and talking to the ball. Don't feel bad the next time you hit a strange or lousy golf shot. It isn't your fault. It is just the golf goods seeking entertainment at your expense.

Imagine if you suddenly found yourself in a world where golf is the way of life. Each morning the people on this world get up and play golf and work on their courses. According to the condition of their course and, any improvements; they get paid for it. Every person’s course is a reflection of their persona. You are the course inspector. You work for the Golf Gods. You are responsible for inspecting the condition of each person’s course. You meet people like, Slow Hand Sunn, Betting Thomas, Mangled Mandie and others. You find yourself involved with night-golfers and in conflict with the committee of moral, ethical and economic development. It is a spiritual quest that is both enlightening and thought provoking. It is an astonishing and educational journey. With the help of a mystical book and a mysterious guide it is a journey not soon to be forgotten.

Ben Hogan, considered to be the greatest striker of the golf ball, would beat balls on the practice range until his hands bled. He once said that in a good round, he hit just three shots exactly the way he wanted. He understood that golf is more a game of misses than a game of perfection. Until a brash young amateur attempts to prove him wrong. When Gordon Howard, trust fund baby and amateur golfer par excellence, comes to the sudden realization that his cushy job working for his father’s mega hedge fund has been a colossal mistake, his world free- falls into a tailspin. Searching for fulfillment and meaning to his life, he throws caution to the wind and embarks on a mission to become a professional golfer on the PGA tour. His goal is to win the coveted US Open. Amidst the pressure of his level headed girlfriend to abandon his pipedream, Gordon is contacted by a man he has never met, who offers him what he has been desperately searching for, an infallible golf swing. But the price Gordon pays for such perfection is much more than he ever bargained for.

Certified instructors Sean Hogan and Kevin Smeltz, along with championship golfers Suzann Pettersen and Ian Poulter and World Golf Hall of Fame inductee Nick Price, provide invaluable advice on how to improve upon every aspect of the golf game by gaining a clear and concise understanding for each key element of the sport. The book shows golfers how to improve their full swing, short game, practice routines, and how to better their mental and physical conditioning strategies. The Leadbetter Golf Academy Handbook is a collection of successful blueprints by top-notch players and instructors that will help players of all levels improve their understanding and performance.

The author shares his golf experiences and offers a humorous look at an ecounter with an alligator, the 17 drivers and putters in his garage, and unusual episodes from the history of golf.

Although popular author Phil Callaway offers no guarantee for a lower golf score, he does offer 40 short devotionals full of warm, humorous, and enjoyable reflections on the sport Mark Twain called "a good walk ruined." "This isn't a book about the mechanics of golf. Thousands of those are already available. This is a book about life. Golf is a useful game, teaching us more about life and faith than we think...if we will only listen." Phil Callaway Duffers old and young will appreciate the wisdom and grace found in this a new addition to the Outdoor Insights pocket devotional series. A great read while waiting at the tee, in the clubhouse, or during a quiet evening at home.

Easy-to-grasp techniques for improving the short game About 70 percent of the shots in a round of golf are taken 75 yards from the pin or closer, making the short game the most significant factor in a golfer's score. This practical guide shows readers how to shave strokes off their game by improving their pitching, chipping, bunker play, and putting. Golfers will find expert tips on choosing the right wedges, putters, and balls, as well as illustrated step-by-step instructions on swings used in short-game shots. They'll also find information on how to beat bunkers and other hazards and how to play various lies-in deep rough, from the fairway, uphill, side-hill, and off bare ground. There's also a section on stretches, exercises, and drills to improve techniques, as well as tips on reading greens for accurate putting. Michael Patrick Sheils (Birmingham, MI) is a member of the Golf Writers Association of America. He has written four books, and his articles and columns have appeared in worldwide magazines and newspapers. Michael Kernicki (Miami Beach, FL) has been a PGA member for 27 years and is currently the Head Professional at the historic Indian Creek Country Club in Miami Beach.

This work is an attempt to present kingdom truth in such a way as to provoke mankind men in particular to realize that it is not hopeless. Even for the least among us. This actual text covers approximately seventy years of life as a living piece on a game board. Deep truths on how to traverse the board are simply displayed, perhaps some answers to, some age old questions.