Travel – Bexar County Beauty
San Antonio is known to Texans for many things. The Riverwalk, the Spurs, SeaWorld, and, of course, we all remember the Alamo. However, for those Texans who love golf, leisure and relaxation, San Antonio should be on your radar for another reason. The JW Marriott San Antonio Hill Country Resort & Spa has been a […]
Drive Time – Land Rover Defender 90
The oft-admired Land Rover brand continues to pump out excellent rides onto its popular roster. Add in the welcome reassurance of its iconic 4-wheel capability overcoming various climatic and terrain challenges makes the brand a superb choice for the sedate urbanite and off-road adventurer. A terrific new option is the much-anticipated 2021 Land Rover Defender […]
After the Round – Puttery
When you were a kid, how many rounds of miniature golf did you play? If you’re like me, it was hundreds. Hundreds of times rolling those multi-colored balls on that outdoor green carpet as a gigantic plaster hippo looked on while you ricocheted putt after putt off of those bright orange obstacles. Those were the […]
Fitness – Staying in Shape on the Road
Travel is a pitfall to any workout routine, but with a few simple tricks it does not need to derail you completely. Whether you’re traveling for business, pleasure or hopefully a few rounds at your favorite out of state course, there are a few simple exercises that are sure to keep your body ready for […]
Cover Story – Best of Public Golf 2021
After a turbulent and trying 2020, this year has been better. We saw the COVID-19 pandemic slow, and life is returning to some semblance of normalcy. Ironically, one of the few industries that has seen a significant increase in revenue is the golf industry. Equipment sales boomed and courses have been busy over the last […]
Golf Science – Speed Training
The U.S. golf industry is said to be worth $84 billion, while the gym, health and fitness industry’s 2020 revenue was found to be over $32 billion. At the intersection of the two lies the ever-growing-in-popularity golf-specific fitness industry. While the market share for that industry is unknown, it can be presumed that it too, […]
Instruction – Shot Shaping the Easy Way
Who doesn’t like being a hero when in the trees? It’s always fun when you pull off a massive hook, slice, or punch. Let’s talk about what you need to do to pull off more of those fun shots. What is a hook? A hook shot is a ball that starts right, and curves left […]
Agronomy – What Does it Take to be a Superintendent?
Avid golfers are very aware of the importance that the role the Golf Course Superintendent and their team plays in creating excellent playing conditions. I have worked for some amazing memberships at clubs across the country and they often express how thankful they are for our team’s effort to keep the courses/facilities in top condition. […]
Ask the Doctor – Golf and Back Pain
Although golf is considered a less traumatic sport, injuries often happen. Whether you are a duffer, a serious golfer, or a PGA Tour player, you may be susceptible to a golf-related back injury. Statistics have shown that more than 35% of novice golfers and more than 63% of serious golfers have experienced a spinal injury […]
Ask the Doctor – Abdominoplasty Edition
You may be wondering how plastic surgery can possibly improve your golf game. In this edition, we will explain how extra skin around your stomach and love handles can make an impact on your best performance on the field. What is Abdominoplasty? An abdominoplasty, also known as a tummy tuck, refers to the removal of […]