Welcome to Shaving Strokes, a new GOLF.com series in which we’re sharing improvements, learnings and takeaways from amateur golfers just like you — including some of the speed bumps and challenges ...

In match play, two common phrases used by golfers are “that’s good” and “the hole is yours.” By understanding those phrases from a Rules of Handicapping™ and score-posting perspective, you’ll have no ...

Many golfers will readily admit there are times when playing a solo round is sublime. However, Rule 2.1 of the Rules of Handicapping states that if you play by yourself, you can’t post your score.

Did you only have time for nine? You're not alone. Nine-hole rounds are on the rise, according to data from the USGA. Of the ...

Just as not all golfers are created equal, not all golf courses are clones. Designs vary. Degree of difficulty fluctuates, too. What does that mean? For one thing, it means that a score of, say, 82 on ...