Feature – 2019 Holiday Gift Guide
The holiday season is right around the corner and AvidGolfer has you covered on potential gift ideas for the said golfer, or anyone for that matter. From gear for the links, to clothing and even items for the house, these ideas are sure to satisfy that special someone. G/Fore: Killer pack, $250 This killer umbrella […]
Instruction – The Line in the Sand
Bunker play tends to be one of the most feared shots by the weekend golfer. If you ask a PGA Tour player they will likely tell you it’s one of the easiest shots. Now, I know that you know this already. So, the question is: why is there this discrepancy in the difficulty of this […]
After the Round – Yard House
With the Toyota Music Factory consistently bringing some of music and comedy’s biggest acts to town, Irving has developed into one of the Metroplex’s premier entertainment destinations. So, whether you’re heading for a bite and to catch a show following your round, or just want to sit down and enjoy a game with some food […]
Exam Room – Overcoming the Beatdown of Travel
Whether you are a junior golfer road-tripping across the state for a tournament, or someone jumping on a trans-Atlantic flight for a golf trip in Scotland with your buddies, there is no question it will have an effect on your body in some way. It’s important to recognize and understand the implications that travel can have […]
Tales from the Back Nine, Part XI – South Central Texas, Port Aransas
Most native Texans, if they paid attention in grade school, or read the book, or saw the movie, or stumbled onto the hallowed grounds after sipping margaritas on the River Walk, know the Alamo as the enduring symbol of Texas’ heroic fight for independence. So, yeah, we like sorta remember the Alamo. But what about […]
Instruction – The Ladder Drill
Have you ever heard the comment, “Their short game is so good they could land it on a dime”? That is a reference to the person’s ability to control the landing distance of the chip shot. A player develops that control not only through experience, but specific skill training. That’s where the “Ladder Drill” comes […]
Feature Story – The World Long Drive Tour: Past and Present
The 44th edition of the World Long Drive Championship was contested last month in Thackerville, Oklahoma and when all was said and done a new king and queen were left standing on the men’s and women’s sides. It was the first time since 2013 that both events produced a first-time winner with Kyle Berkshire and […]
Exam Room – CBD: A Game Changer
CBD, or cannabidiol, is the latest craze in the health industry and on the PGA Tour and is expected to grow by 49 percent annually compounded yearly in the next five years. With that being said, it is important to understand a few things about CBD in order to reap the benefits. CBD is from […]
After the Round – Jack and Grill
One of the Metroplex’s most rapidly developing areas is Roanoke, and at the heart of the entertainment district of the now-bustling suburb lies historic Oak Street. From mom-and-pop shops to antique stores, this thoroughfare offers an array of unique shopping options, but it’s food that is the main draw. And while numerous new ventures seem […]
Tales from the Back Nine, Part X – Red River Region
With Texas and Oklahoma seemingly headed for an epic college football showdown this month, it seemed the perfect time to explore wild golf in the Red River region. Remote courses, state parks and fishing spots flourish on both sides of the border, making the Red River a golf adventure waiting to happen. The trusty old […]