The Etiquetteist w/ Josh Sens

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gambling golf

I lost a bet to a sandbagger. Did I have to pay? The Etiquetteist weighs in

Some golfers cheat. But a wager is a wager. And even if the match was unfair from the start, you still have to live up to your word.
Lifestyle
a golfer tees off on the golf course

Pro says high-handicappers could play faster doing this. Is it a good idea?

One PGA Tour player said high-handicappers could speed up play by being more prepared for poor shots while on tee boxes, but is he right?
Lifestyle
two golfers shaking hands on green

Can A.I. help golfers with golf etiquette? We found out

Decades after the rise of Iron Byron, robots don’t just play golf anymore. They’ve got into talking about golf, too.
Lifestyle
lose-up of a golf ball with the flag of South Korea realistically rendered in 3D.

8 ways South Korean golf course etiquette differs from the U.S.

In the golf-obsessed nation of South Korea, golf etiquette is unlike what you’ll experience in the U.S. Here are eight major differences.
Lifestyle
A pair of clean golf shoes alongside a golf glove and a ball.

At a private club, should I feel obligated to have my shoes cleaned? | The Etiquetteist

The privilege of playing as a guest at a fancy club comes with pesky questions, including whether you should have your shoes shined.
Lifestyle
A golfer hanging on to the back of a golf cart.

My playing partner asked to ride in my cart. Could I have said no? | The Etiquetteist

Offering a ride on a course to a stranger is like picking up a hitchhiker on a lonely highway. You might get an oddball in the passenger seat.
Lifestyle
Justin Rose lines up a putt using the AimPoint method.

Should weekend hackers use AimPoint? The Etiquetteist gives his read

Like plumb-bobbing before it, the time-consuming green-reading technique has seeped into the amateur game. Should it be condoned?
Lifestyle
A weed-filled lawn

Spring lawn-care guide: 5 secrets to control weeds, according to a USGA agronomist

Even golf course superintendents, with all their expertise and advanced equipment, don’t win every battle against weeds.
News
rodney lingle and mach 1 grass at streamsong

He invented a groundbreaking grass. But his golf impact didn’t end there

Known for his innovative turf-care inventions, Rodney Lingle also made a profound impact as a mentor to the next generation in his trade.
Lifestyle
An elaborate backyard putting green.

Want to build a backyard putting green? Here are 4 key considerations

A lot of golfers dream of having a backyard putting green, but few know what it takes to make that a reality.
Lifestyle
Ground under repair on a golf course.

8 thankless golf-course superintendent duties that you should thank them for

From algae removal to armadillo abatement, a superintendent handles countless crucial duties beyond cutting and watering grass.
Lifestyle
furnace creek golf course

How this course survives in one of the hottest spots on earth

At Furnace Creek Golf Course in Death Valley, Calif., temps routinely run well into the triple digits. Here’s how the crew beats the heat.
Lifestyle
Jack Russell Terrier pissing in the park on the grass.

Dog pee damaging your lawn? Here’s what to do when your pooch takes relief

Among the many pests that can damage your grass: dog pee. Here, according to a superintendent, is how to get ahead of the problem.
Lifestyle
A frustrated man mowing a lawn

A homeowner wonders why his grass won’t grow. A superintendent has ideas

On a tree-shaded site in Rochester, N.Y., a homeowner can’t get grass to grow. But a golf course superintendent has some tips.
Food
East Lake's smashburger

How to replicate East Lake’s delicious ‘Waggle Burger’ at home

East Lake’s director of food and beverage Lauren Rosenzweig shares her tips on making an exceptional smashed burger.
Food
The popular — and delicious — pretzel at TPC Sawgrass.

How to make TPC Sawgrass’ trophy-size pretzel at home

There’s nothing about its description on the TPC Sawgrass menu that suggests the pretzel is a can’t-miss item. But that’s exactly what it is.
Food
Cauliflower steak from Hyatt Grand Reserve Puerto Rico

At the Puerto Rico Open’s host resort, a once-humble side dish gets a show-stopping upgrade

The Hyatt Regency Grand Reserve Puerto Rico’s signature steakhouse serves up an unexpected prime cut: a show-stopping cauliflower steak.
Food
The Bolognese at Kiawah Island's Atlantic Room is a guest favorite.

The secret to making perfect Bolognese, according to a golf-club chef

Kiawah Island Executive Chef John Ondo shares his Bolognese recipe as well as but some tips to ensure your attempt at home is delizioso.
Food
Omni PGA Frisco executive pastry chef Leen Nunn shares the secret to the resort's perfectly soft and chewy cookies.

What makes this golf resort’s cookies so good? A surprising ingredient

Omni PGA Frisco executive pastry chef Leen Nunn shares the secret to the resort’s perfectly soft and chewy cookies.
Food
If you’re looking for a decadent yet approachable entree for your next gathering, try serving prime rib in sandwich form.

How to add a savory spin to this traditional main course

If you’re looking for a decadent yet approachable entree for your next gathering, try serving prime rib in sandwich form.
Food
A good dip is a party essential: It's delicious, easy to make, and a guaranteed crowd-pleaser. Check out 3 of our favorite recipes.

These 3 game day-ready dips are perfect for your Super Bowl watch party

A good dip is a party essential: It’s delicious, easy to make, and a guaranteed crowd-pleaser. Check out three of our favorite recipes.

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MEET LEXI THOMPSON & RICKIE FOWLER | The Scoop

Rickie Fowler and Lexi Thompson join GOLF’s Claire Rogers on this episode of the Scoop. Claire dives deep into what these two have meant to golf’s popularity and look back on the defining moments in their career.

WATCH: An inside look at how a traditional Korean meal is cooked at Haesley Golf Club

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