A public golf course can look simple from the parking lot, but the real game starts before you ever swing…
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.
Golf Watch vs Golf Rangefinder: Which One Should You Buy?
If you are asking Golf Watch vs Golf Rangefinder: Which One Should You Buy?, I get the confusion. Both tools…
Golf Bag Buying Guide for Everyday Players
I have seen many golfers spend too much on a bag that looks great in the store but feels wrong…
Golf Posture Guide For Seniors: Simple Setup Changes For Better Balance And Longer Drives
Watching senior golfers play smooth, effortless rounds often reveals a secret that has little to do with strength. A well-practiced…
How to Stop Chunking Chip Shots With Crisp Contact
If your wedge keeps slamming into the turf before the ball, your swing is bottoming out too early. That is…
How To Reduce Stress While Playing Golf When Every Shot Feels Heavy
Golf can look peaceful from the cart path, but inside a player’s mind, one round can feel like a full…
Stop Chunking Shots: Guide How To Chip In Golf For Beginners
A few rounds ago, standing just off the green felt more stressful than hitting a drive. That experience led to…
Golf Ball Position Guide For Hitting Better Golf Shots
Watching golf on TV often makes every swing look effortless. In reality, many beginners struggle with thin shots, topped balls,…
How to Choose a Golf Course for Beginners Without Regret
Your first golf course can either make golf feel exciting or make you wonder why anyone enjoys the game. Pick…
Best Irons for Beginners and Improving Golfers
I know how frustrating golf can feel when every iron shot seems to come off thin, heavy, low, or leaking…