Have you ever wondered why golf balls have dimples? I know that I have! And I have often wondered why golf balls are not just round and smooth. It is also interesting that not all dimple patterns are the same. I have also wondered whether different dimple patterns make a difference to the performance of…
Category: Golfing History
Curious about where the game came from? Dive into golf’s fascinating past with fun and accessible reads that give context to the traditions and people who shaped the sport we enjoy today.
We trace the history of women’s golf from the 16th Century up to the present. Find out what Mary Queen of Scots had to do with golf.
Also we research the history of the golf ball – from the wooden ball, to the featherie, the guttie and the modern golf ball.
Mary Queen of Scots and Golf – Tracing The History of Women’s Golf.
Whatever in the world does Mary Queen of Scots have to do with golf? Well, in researching the history of women’s golf, we came across some interesting snippets. These actually tied together Mary Queen of Scots and Golf. So, come with me as we trace the history of women’s golf way back to the 16th…
What Is In Golf Balls?
What is in Golf Balls? To answer this question properly, we will need to go into the history and evolution of the golf ball. Because the question might also be interpreted as what is in the modern golf ball, let’so go back in time first. So, we can discover how it all began and how…