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Golf Accessories 101

Golf Accessories 101

Susan Powell
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Golf is a sport that requires precision and accuracy. Golf accessories such as ball markers, divot tools, and hat clips can help improve your game and enhance your overall experience on the course. These small accessories are often overlooked but can make a big difference in your game. 

Ball Markers: Use ball markers to mark the exact position of your golf ball on the green while you take your putt. This allows you to lift your ball, clean it, and place it back in the same spot without penalty. Ball markers come in various shapes and sizes and are made from materials such as metal, plastic, or wood. 

Once you have finished making your putt, there may be times where you may need to clean your ball. To use a ball marker, place it behind your golf ball on the green in a straight line with the hole. Your have now “marked” your ball position. You may now pick up your ball and clean it. Once finished, place the ball exactly where it was on the green and remove the ball marker. This is essential to not get a penalty, so take your time and line it up carefully. 

Divot Tools: Use Divot tools to repair the marks or indentations that golf balls leave on the green. When a golf ball lands on the green, it can leave a slight indentation or "divot" in the grass. If these marks are not repaired, they can affect the roll of the ball and the play of other golfers on the course. 

 To use a divot tool:

  1. Insert the prongs into the grass around the indentation and push the grass back toward the center of the mark.
  2. Repeat this process several times around the perimeter of the divot until the grass is level with the surrounding area.
  3. Be sure not to lift the grass too much, as this can damage the roots and create more damage.

Hat Clips: Hat clips are small accessories that attach to the brim of your golf hat or visor. They can hold a ball marker, making them easily accessible during your round. 

To use a hat clip, simply attach it to the rim of your hat or visor and slide your ball marker into the clip. This keeps the accessory within reach and frees up space in your pockets. 

Golf Accessories such as ball markers, divot tools, and hat clips are small but essential tools that can improve your game and enhance your overall golfing experience. If you take the time to learn how to use these tools properly, you'll find that they will make a big difference in the quality of your game. Giving a complete set of these tools makes a wonderful gift. Happy golfing!

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