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Golf is a sport played with a club, usually made of wood, metal or carbon fiber, which is used to hit a small plastic ball from a tee into a hole. The game is primarily a precision and technique sport.

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open

Sports; Golf

A tournament that professionals and amateurs are allowed to play in. Usually called a Pro-Am.

open stance

Sports; Golf

When addressing the ball a golfer will stand with his or her front foot further from the ball than their back foot. A player does this when they want to hit a fade or a slice.

over clubbing

Sports; Golf

Using a club that hits the ball too far.

over par

Sports; Golf

A score that is a higher then the par for a certain hole or an entire course.

pairings

Sports; Golf

two players that are paired to play against each other.

qualifying school

Sports; Golf

To get on the PGA tour you have to go to a qualifying school and if you pass then you become a member of the PGA.

flop shot

Sports; Golf

a short golf shot played with an open stance and an open clubface

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