Professional golfers do not hit the ball further simply because they swing faster; they hit it further because they move…
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.
Best Tee Box for Beginner Golfers: Play Smarter Today!!
When I first learned how tee boxes worked, I assumed their colors told every golfer exactly where to play. I…
Golf Swing Sequence for Beginners: Build the Motion Right
A golf swing lasts barely a second, so beginners rarely improve by consciously controlling every body part. Learn the golf…
How Long Does a Round of Golf Take? Real Times Explained
I have learned that planning a golf day becomes much easier when I know how much time to reserve. The…
Mastering the Proper Golf Stance for Beginners in Golf
Golf swings do not fail at the top of the backswing—they fail before the club ever moves. Biomechanical studies from…
Links Course vs Parkland Course: Which Is Better?
When I first began comparing golf courses, I assumed the difference was mainly visual. One appeared rugged and windswept, while…
How to Fix a Golf Slice: Step-by-Step Physics & Swing Fixes
According to high-speed optical tracking data from modern launch monitors, over 80% of amateur golfers suffer from a persistent slice.…
Public vs Private Golf Courses: Which Is Right for You?
I used to think choosing a golf course was simply a matter of finding an attractive layout and reserving an…
How to Hit Driver for Beginners: Simple Golf Mechanics Guide
The driver is the only club in your bag designed to hit the golf ball when it is moving upward.…
How to Read a Golf Course Scorecard Without the Confusion
I still remember looking at my first scorecard and wondering why such a small piece of paper contained so many…