Ace: a hole in one.
Address: the act of taking a stance and placing the clubhead behind the ball.
Alignment: The position of a player's body relative to the target line of the ball.
Angle of Attack: Also referred to as "Angle of Approach". The angle at which the club head strikes the ball. This affects the trajectory the ball will travel and spin
Apron: The grass surface on the perimeter of the green that separates it from the fairway
Back Nine: Holes 10 through 18 on a golf course
Backspin: The spin imparted to a ball when struck with...
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NewCastle Emlyn Golf Terminology A-Z
Golfing Terminology A-Z
Address – When a stance has been taken and the club has been grounded behind the ballAlbatross – Three below the par of the holeApproach – A stroke played in towards the flagAttending the flag – The holding of the flag. A player may have the flag attended at any time. The flag should either be removed or attended while on the greenBirdie – One below the par of the holeBlade - Striking the ball with the leading edge, topping the shotBlock – Pushing the ball out to the right and failing to draw it backBogey – One...
Fairway Clubhouse Golf Terminology
The next time the guy in the plaid shorts next to you talks about crossing over, it will help to be up on your golf terminology before you get too nervous! See many of the most common golf terms below, and let us know if we have missed any!
Abnormal Ground Conditions:
An abnormal ground condition refers to any casual water, ground under repair or hole, cast or runway on the golf course which has been made by a burrowing animal, reptile or bird.
Ace:
You are said to make an 'ace' when you sink your ball in one shot on a par 3 hole.
Address:
The...
Golf Terminology
Organizing a golf outing can be intimidating at times, so we have gathered some of the most common golf terms and phrases you might encounter. If you come across something not on the list, just ask and we’ll be happy to explain. A more comprehensive listing can be found on the PGA.com website.
[#] 19th Hole The clubhouse bar. Players typically gather in the 19th Hole after their round to tally scores, settle bets and enjoy some beverages.
[A] Ace When a player hits the ball directly from the tee...
Glossary of Terms
ABBREVIATIONS/ACRONYMS
RHBH
Right Hand Backhand Throw - All INNOVA flight descriptions are based on players throwing right-handed with a back hand style.
LHBH
Left Hand Backhand Throw – Reverse the RHBH flight characteristics.
RHFH
Right Hand Forehand Throw – Reverse the RHBH flight characteristics.
LHFH
Left Hand Forehand Throw – Same flight characteristics as a RHBH throw.DESCRIBING FLIGHT
Stable
The tendency of a disc to remain straight through most of the flight.
Understable/Turnover
The tendency...