If your swing feels shorter and your legs disappear somewhere around the 15th tee, hitting another bucket of balls may…
Author: Derek Whitfield
Derek Whitfield is a golf writer and equipment reviewer who believes the game should be fun before it is perfect. He covers golf tips and techniques, beginner guides, gear and equipment reviews, golf fitness, and course playing experiences — always with the relaxed, practical tone of someone who has shanked plenty of shots himself and learned to laugh about most of them. His work at Tappers Golf is built on one belief: golf does not need to be intimidating to be taken seriously. When he is not writing or testing the latest driver nobody asked him to review, Derek is losing golf balls in water hazards with impressive consistency, working on a swing that is always "almost there," and convincing friends that a good round is mostly about the company, not the score.
The Simple Approach to Better Golf Practice Efficiency
I’ve had practice sessions where I hit a full bucket of balls and walked away feeling like I had accomplished…
How to Avoid Slow Play in Golf Without Hurting Your Score
I once believed I played at a perfectly reasonable speed. Then I noticed that I was regularly beginning my preparation…
Bodyweight Workout for Golfers Over 50: Stay Strong
When I structure a bodyweight workout for golfers over 50, I am not trying to leave someone exhausted on the…
Increasing Driving Distance Naturally Through Better Swing Mechanics
I used to think longer drives came mostly from trying to create more speed. When a drive came up short,…
Out of Bounds Rule in Golf: What Really Happens After OB Shot
A ball can miss the course boundary by less than an inch and still cost you a stroke plus all…
How to Play Golf on Hilly Courses: 12 Winning Tips
The first time I played a genuinely hilly course, my rangefinder gave me familiar numbers, but the shots produced unfamiliar…
Dumbbell Workout for Golfers at Home: 20-Minute Plan
A better golf swing does not come from swinging a dumbbell like a club. I get more value by training…
Beginner Golf Clubs: How to Build Your First Set
Buying my first golf set should make the game easier, not bury me in specifications. When I think about how…
Improving Driver Swing Speed Without Losing Your Balance
I’ve noticed that golfers often chase driver speed by trying to swing harder. It can feel powerful, but the result…