Kick - This is usually caused when a ball lands on a strange area of turf or when it hits an object. A kick is an unexpected bounce, either from bouncing in an odd manner or a bounce that was not anticipated.
Lag - This refers to a long distance putt where the goal is just to get the ball in position closer to the hole in order to be able to sink the putt on the next shot.
Lateral Hazard - Any hazard that is placed parallel to the path of the course, beside the fairway is a common location for them.
Lay Up - A cautious shot that aims to land before a hazard, rather than an ambitious one that aims to make it past the hazard, but increases the chance that the shot will land in the hazard.
Leader Board - The leader board is a large sign where the scores for a tournament are posted.
Lie - This is the way in a ball comes to a stop at any point from the tee all the way to the green. When the ball lands in such a way that it can be easily hit the lie is said to be a good one. However, lying has a different meaning.
Line - This is simply the path that the ball should follow when it is hit. This term is generally used in regards to putting, but it can also be used to describe a shot made towards the putting surface.
Line Up - To examine the conditions on the green to determine the way in which a putt should be made.
Links - This term now refers to golf courses of all types, but the term was originally only applicable to a seaside golf course.
Lip - The lip refers to the rim at the top of a hole.
Lob Shot - This is a shot that travels up at a very steep angle and comes back down at a very steep angle as well. These types of shots are most often made when the green is very small where the shot is intended to land.
Local Rules - These are unique rules devised by individual golf clubs to handle odd conditions that are present at that course.
Loft - On a golf club this refers to the angle of the club face, the greater the angle it is from straight up and down, as the loft increases the higher the elevation that the ball will reach. For a shot, loft refers to the height that the ball reaches while in the air.
Long Game - This term does not refer to the amount of time that a game takes, instead it is used to describe the portion of the game where distance matters greatly.
Photo Credits: danperry.com
Related Posts -
Reviews of Golf Balls Just as every new product that comes out on the market comes with its own unique set of individual reviews, golf balls also have their own unique set of reviews as well. There are a wide variety of different golf balls out there that are being manufactured on a daily...... -
Chipping Guide 101 pt 2 ... Continued from part one. Now what you can look at is a variation on this standard chip shot. You can look at it as a sort of hybrid type of golf shot. It is not only part chip, but it also happens to be part putt as well. It...... -
Golf Glossary pt 2 Ball Marker - This is a small coin or a small token that is used in order to spot's the position of the ball while on the putting surface. Ball Retriever - This is a pole that has a scoop or a net attached that is used in order to...... -
Golf - The Best Instruction Book Ever! Are you looking for some simple golf tips that will help you smash the ball farther and harder than any of your pals? Are you looking for a way to generate the most power from your swing, or to stop three putting? The book "Golf - The Best Instruction Book...... -
Golf Glossary Continued 6 Long Irons - These are irons with smaller amounts of loft that will make shots that go farther than the loftier irons. Loose Impediment - This term covers any natural item on the course that is not solidly in place, stuck to the ball, or growing. Some items that could......
Related Websites -
Both Players Back Formation When playing both players back, the serving team or receiving team both start together on the baseline. Reasons for the receiving team to stay back: 1. The serving team is too strong with the serve and it is difficult to return the ball past the server’s partner – fear factor....... -
Ball Machines – Using them for Doubles Practice [/caption] Ball machines are great for practicing your doubles shots – if positioned correctly. 5 things NOT to do when using a ball machine: Do not place the ball machine on the baseline in the center of the court Do not have the ball machine oscillate from deuce court to...... -
Tennis Glossary Finale Umpire - The umpire is the top official of a tennis match. Seated in an elevated position on the side of the court next to the net, the umpire is tasked with announcing the score whenever a point is made, and holds the final say over any and all questions...... -
Save Time, Money and Space in Over 80 Ways If you're looking for handy gadgets, tools and various items that can save you time, money or space (or all three!) this list of more than 80 top products is just what you need. Everyone's got saving money on their minds these days. Some of us are always looking to...... - Play With A Discount Golf Club Purchasing a new set of golf clubs can be expensive. A discount golf club, on the other hand, can fill out the golf bag and get you on your way with a little less pain. Before you start shopping, however, you might like a little information on the types......
- Ball Markers Accessories Golf
- Land Real Estate Opportunities
- Club Heads Clubmaking Products Golf
- Tee Times Green Fees Golf
Categories:
Glossary, Golf Ball Driver
Tags:
0 comments ↓
There are no comments yet...Kick things off by filling out the form below.
Leave a Comment