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Golf Ball Tee Holder Bag: Do You Actually Need One? | GOLFRAW

Three products share this name and only one might suit you. What a golf ball tee holder bag actually does, when to skip it, and the magnet myth explained.

GOLFRAW Editorial · 2026-09-03 Read →
Small Grip Change, Big Swing Improvement: Count Your Knuckles | GOLFRAW
GUIDES, SWING TIPS, NEWS

Small Grip Change, Big Swing Improvement: Count Your Knuckles | GOLFRAW

Face angle sets about 85% of where the ball starts, and your hands set the face before you move. Count your knuckles, then read what it won't fix.

GOLFRAW Editorial · 2026-09-01 Read →
Kevin Hart Shot 132 on His New Golf YouTube Channel | GOLFRAW
CULTURE, RULES, NEWS

Kevin Hart Shot 132 on His New Golf YouTube Channel | GOLFRAW

A 62 on the front, 70 on the back. Where 132 sits against real handicap data, and the local rule that would have saved him a dozen shots.

GOLFRAW Editorial · 2026-09-01 Read →
End-of-Season Driver Deals: What's Actually Worth Buying | GOLFRAW
GUIDES, GEAR, NEWS

End-of-Season Driver Deals: What's Actually Worth Buying | GOLFRAW

The driver with the most PGA Tour wins in 2026 costs $449, less than some new fairway woods. What's discounted now, and the one check before you buy.

GOLFRAW Editorial · 2026-08-31 Read →
Scottie Scheffler's Swing: The Foot Slide Is a Symptom | GOLFRAW
GUIDES, PGA TOUR, SWING MECHANICS

Scottie Scheffler's Swing: The Foot Slide Is a Symptom | GOLFRAW

Most of the famous foot slide happens after the ball has gone. What's actually producing 1.694 strokes gained tee to green is duller and copyable.

GOLFRAW Editorial · 2026-08-31 Read →
Why Pros Are Ditching Hybrids, and Why You Shouldn't | GOLFRAW
GUIDES, GEAR, PGA TOUR

Why Pros Are Ditching Hybrids, and Why You Shouldn't | GOLFRAW

Hybrid use in the PGA Tour top 100 fell from 32% to 13%. On the LPGA it's 70%. The 15 mph gap explains both, and one man won a major with one.

GOLFRAW Editorial · 2026-08-30 Read →
How long do golf tournaments last?
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How long do golf tournaments last?

Four days is the default, not the rule. Three-day tours, no-cut fields, weather Mondays, and the 2028 change that stretches one event to two weeks.

GOLFRAW Editorial · 2026-08-30 Read →
Golf Tournament Rules, Formats, and Tax Guide
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Golf Tournament Rules, Formats, and Tax Guide

Complete guide to competitive golf tournament formats, USGA handicap allowances, Rule 3.3b scorecard compliance, amateur prize limits, and IRS tax reporting.

GOLFRAW Editorial · 2026-08-23 Read →
Golf Deals: Save $2,176 Annually on Equipment and Rounds
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Golf Deals: Save $2,176 Annually on Equipment and Rounds

Save $2,176 annually on golf equipment, balls, and tee times. The data-backed guide to equipment release cycles, direct-to-consumer urethane balls, and twilight rates.

GOLFRAW Editorial · 2026-08-23 Read →
There Are Six Ways to Win Your Club Championship
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There Are Six Ways to Win Your Club Championship

Senior, super senior, flights, gross, net. Most club champions won a division, not the championship. What each one actually means, and who verifies it.

GOLFRAW Editorial · 2026-08-17 Read →
The Most Welcoming Golf in America Happens
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The Most Welcoming Golf in America Happens

No handicap, all abilities welcome, private courses open for the day. Why charity golf tournaments are the easiest way into the game — and how to find one.

GOLFRAW Editorial · 2026-08-16 Read →
The Most Valuable Golf Search in America Gets
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The Most Valuable Golf Search in America Gets

"Golf deals fairmont st andrews" costs $9.06 a click on 40 monthly searches. "Black friday golf deals" costs 95 cents on 3,600. Why value runs backwards.

GOLFRAW Editorial · 2026-08-12 Read →
The Three Feet That Decide Whether You Three-Putt
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The Three Feet That Decide Whether You Three-Putt

Tour players hole 99.42% from three feet and 70.98% from six. Everything about three-putting is which one you leave yourself. The data, and what to do.

GOLFRAW Editorial · 2026-08-11 Read →
You Can Play With a Professional Golfer
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You Can Play With a Professional Golfer

PGA Tour pro-ams run $2,500–$10,000 a head. Your local PGA section runs them for $200–$400, at private clubs. How pro-ams work and what pros expect of you.

GOLFRAW Editorial · 2026-08-11 Read →
Playing Golf in Your Fifties: What Distance
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Playing Golf in Your Fifties: What Distance

Playing golf in your 50s means less carry and longer approaches. Learn when to move up a tee and choose yardage that protects your score.

GOLFRAW Editorial · 2026-08-09 Read →
She Won by Six and Five on Thursday. On Friday
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She Won by Six and Five on Thursday. On Friday

Rianne Malixi beat the world No. 14 amateur by six and five, then lost on the 19th hole the next day. What match play does that stroke play never does.

GOLFRAW Editorial · 2026-08-08 Read →
You Can Play With a Professional Golfer
GUIDES

You Can Play With a Professional Golfer

PGA Tour pro-ams run $2,500–$10,000 a head. Your local PGA section runs them for $200–$400, at private clubs. How pro-ams work and how to actually get.

GOLFRAW Editorial · 2026-08-08 Read →
5 of America's Best Golf Courses Are in Washington
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5 of America's Best Golf Courses Are in Washington

Five Washington golf courses made Golfweek's 2026 list of America's 200 best modern courses — not four. See the rankings, locations, and which ones you.

GOLFRAW Editorial · 2026-08-08 Read →
The Biggest "Golf Deal" Search in America
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The Biggest "Golf Deal" Search in America

Destination searches beat equipment 3.5 to 1 in US "golf deals" data, and advertisers pay double for them. What the category is really selling you.

GOLFRAW Editorial · 2026-08-05 Read →
Australians Search for a 7-Wood Three Times
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Australians Search for a 7-Wood Three Times

Australians search for a 7-wood three times more than a 3-iron. The loft numbers, the one downside nobody mentions, and why the club has three names.

GOLFRAW Editorial · 2026-08-05 Read →
The 4 Golf Majors Explained: Winners
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The 4 Golf Majors Explained: Winners

A comprehensive guide to golf's four majors: The Masters, PGA Championship, U.S. Open, and The Open Championship. Includes 20-year winner tables.

GOLFRAW Editorial · 2026-08-04 Read →
Raw Golf: The Honest Way to Practice, Play
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Raw Golf: The Honest Way to Practice, Play

Stop chasing perfect social media swings. Raw golf is the honest guide to practice, pressure-free play, and real improvement for golfers with busy lives.

GOLFRAW Editorial · 2026-07-14 Read →
Golf Ball Deals: How to Save Money Without Getting
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Golf Ball Deals: How to Save Money Without Getting

Our comprehensive golf ball deals buying guide 2026. Learn how to save money on golf balls, compare premium vs cheap golf balls, and analyze recycled lake.

GOLFRAW Editorial · 2026-07-10 Read →
Average Golf Club Distances: A Realistic Golf
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Average Golf Club Distances: A Realistic Golf

What are the real average golf club distances for amateurs? We break down a realistic golf club distance chart and answer the age-old question: how far.

GOLFRAW Editorial · 2026-06-29 Read →
How to Hold a Golf Club: A Beginner's Guide
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How to Hold a Golf Club: A Beginner's Guide

Learn how to hold a golf club correctly with our step-by-step beginner's guide. Explore the neutral grip setup, strong vs weak golf grips, and key styles.

GOLFRAW Editorial · 2026-06-28 Read →
Is Your Driver Actually Costing You Shots?
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Is Your Driver Actually Costing You Shots?

Is your golf club vs swing fighting each other? Learn how a professional golf driver fitting and Matt Fitzpatrick driver switch can salvage your tee game.

GOLFRAW Editorial · 2026-06-26 Read →
GOLF HISTORY · Who Has Won the Men's U.S. Open?
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GOLF HISTORY · Who Has Won the Men's U.S. Open?

Who has won the men's U.S. Open? A year-by-year list of champions, from 2026 winner Wyndham Clark back through the greats, plus historical records.

GOLFRAW Editorial · 2026-06-22 Read →
What Does LPGA Stand For? Meaning Explained
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What Does LPGA Stand For? Meaning Explained

What does LPGA stand for? The Ladies Professional Golf Association, founded in 1950, runs the top women's golf tour. Here's what it is and how it differs.

GOLFRAW Editorial · 2026-06-21 Read →
How Far Do LPGA Players Drive the Ball?
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How Far Do LPGA Players Drive the Ball?

LPGA driving distance, explained with real numbers: the tour average, the longest hitters, the TrackMan carry data, and how it compares to men.

GOLFRAW Editorial · 2026-06-20 Read →
Swing Analysis: Why Scottie Scheffler's "Ugly"
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Swing Analysis: Why Scottie Scheffler's "Ugly"

Scottie Scheffler's footwork looks broken, but the data says it's the most powerful move on tour. A frame-by-frame breakdown of why the slide actually.

GOLFRAW Editorial · 2026-06-18 Read →
TopGolf Dress Code: What You Can (and Can't) Wear
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TopGolf Dress Code: What You Can (and Can't) Wear

Planning a trip to TopGolf? Here is the complete TopGolf dress code guide, including rules on sandals, flip-flops, and what to wear for a great time.

GOLFRAW Editorial · 2026-06-17 Read →
Going to TopGolf for the First Time? Here's
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Going to TopGolf for the First Time? Here's

First time at TopGolf? Don't stress. Here is exactly what to expect, how it works, and tips for beginners to have the best experience.

GOLFRAW Editorial · 2026-06-17 Read →
Golf Swing Drills That Actually Work
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Golf Swing Drills That Actually Work

Golf swing drills that actually work. Simple tempo, sequence, and path drills you can do at home to fix your swing and hit it straighter for good.

GOLFRAW Editorial · 2026-06-17 Read →
The Best Golf Swing Analysis Apps
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The Best Golf Swing Analysis Apps

An honest guide to the best golf swing analysis apps. What features actually matter, which free tools work, and when V1 Golf or Onform are worth it.

GOLFRAW Editorial · 2026-06-16 Read →
Golf Clubs for Beginners: What You Actually
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Golf Clubs for Beginners: What You Actually

An honest guide to golf clubs for beginners. What you actually need to start, how many clubs, new vs used, and where to save your money. No sales pitch.

GOLFRAW Editorial · 2026-06-16 Read →
How to Fix an Over the Top Golf Swing
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How to Fix an Over the Top Golf Swing

Tired of slicing? Learn what an over the top golf swing is, why you do it, and the simple drills that fix your path the real, raw way.

GOLFRAW Editorial · 2026-06-16 Read →
What Is Topgolf? An Honest Guide for Beginners
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What Is Topgolf? An Honest Guide for Beginners

What is Topgolf? An honest first-timer guide: how it works, what to wear, what it costs, and whether it actually helps your golf game. No clubs needed.

GOLFRAW Editorial · 2026-06-13 Read →
The Brutal Truth About Swing Speed, Shaft Flex
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The Brutal Truth About Swing Speed, Shaft Flex

Most amateurs buy gear meant for Pros, hoping the sticker price will fix their slice. It won't. Here is the raw truth about your specs — and why playing.

GOLFRAW Editorial · 2026-06-13 Read →
How to Swing a Golf Club: The Honest Basics
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How to Swing a Golf Club: The Honest Basics

How to swing a golf club without ten confusing swing thoughts. Real golf swing basics, drills, and tips that hold up under pressure.

GOLFRAW Editorial · 2026-06-13 Read →
Scottie Scheffler's Bag Setup: Every Club
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Scottie Scheffler's Bag Setup: Every Club

Discover Scottie Scheffler's complete What's in the Bag (WITB) for 2026. Explore his driver, irons, wedges, and the putter setup driving his success.

GOLFRAW Editorial · 2026-06-13 Read →
Scottie Scheffler's Swing Speed
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Scottie Scheffler's Swing Speed

Scottie Scheffler's 'ugly' footwork and shuffle generate elite swing speed. Find out why his unconventional move is actually the most repeatable on tour.

GOLFRAW Editorial · 2026-06-13 Read →
Raw Golf: How to Get Better Without Faking It
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Raw Golf: How to Get Better Without Faking It

Tired of fake 'perfect' golf? Raw golf helps you practice honestly, play without pressure, and actually enjoy getting better. Real tips inside.

GOLFRAW Editorial · 2026-06-13 Read →
40,500 People a Month Search "Golf Clubs
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40,500 People a Month Search "Golf Clubs

40,500 people a month search for beginner golf clubs. 590 ask what a handicap is. What the search data reveals about how beginners are being sold.

GOLFRAW Editorial · 2026-06-13 Read →
Match Play vs Stroke Play in Golf
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Match Play vs Stroke Play in Golf

Match play vs stroke play in golf: one is a 72-hole math test, the other a street fight. Discover which format actually exposes the frauds on tour.

GOLFRAW Editorial · 2026-06-13 Read →
Your First Amateur Golf Tournament
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Your First Amateur Golf Tournament

An honest guide to your first amateur golf tournament. Prepare smart, beat the first-tee nerves, and play under pressure the raw golf way.

GOLFRAW Editorial · 2026-06-13 Read →
What Does Strokes Gained Mean? (The
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What Does Strokes Gained Mean? (The

Traditional golf stats are lying to you. Discover what strokes gained means, how it actually works, and why it's the only golf metric that matters.

GOLFRAW Editorial · 2026-06-12 Read →

THE STORIES THE GOLF MEDIA WON'T PUBLISH

Every Friday, we drop The Card: Unfiltered player ratings, tour leaks, and the exact stories PR reps tried to kill. Join the inner circle. No spam, just the raw truth.