Bunkers

October 3rd, 2024

Rules Review: I’m in a lousy bunker. Can I probe the sand to make sure I’m don’t hit something that damages my club?

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September 7th, 2024

In the sand, getting out is No.1, then comes controlling distance. Here’s how

Regulating distance from greenside sand is primarily about the through-swing.

Rules of Golf Review: My ball plugged in the sand. Can I take an unplayable and drop outside the bunker?

August 15th, 2024

Rules Review: My ball plugged in the sand. Can I take an unplayable and drop outside the bunker?

A fried-egg or nearly completely buried lie might give you pause as to what to do next, especially if you have a high lip in front of you. Can you get under the ball enough with your sand wedge to loft it out of the bunker? It’s a dilemma that might leaving you wondering about your options.

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June 4th, 2024

‘I can’t emphasise it enough’: Phil Mickelson’s bunker basics from his best season

In an article from 2005, Mickelson explains that most bunker technique is taught with fluffy sand as the standard, but when that’s applied to firm or wet conditions it doesn’t always work.

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May 23rd, 2024

Why some courses invest up to $1 million in this sneaky genius bunker feature

Various makes of bunker liners have become prevalent on Australia golf courses. Here’s why they’re in vogue.

May 8th, 2024

One of the best bunker players ever shares his most trusted feel

February 7th, 2024

This trendy new bunker technique tour players use will probably help you

Look closely the next time you see a tour player hit a bunker shot, and there’s a good chance you’ll spot something interesting.

August 23rd, 2023

LPGA coach: 3 keys to hitting a high, spinny greenside bunker shot

Follow these three tips from Jorge Parada and you could see your bunker shots look more like Ryan O’Toole’s.

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July 21st, 2023

Open Championship 2023: The bunkers are causing carnage at Royal Liverpool

It wasn’t the flat patch of land or Hoylake’s calm conditions that defined the opening 18 holes of the year’s final men’s major, but, rather, the devilish bunkers (81 overall) that litter the place.

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July 21st, 2023

Open Championship 2023: Asian Tour winner finds 18th hole greenside bunker in two, manages to make closing 10(!)

Leading into the tournament we were warned about all of Hoylake’s internal out-of-bounds and told by one top coach that the course’s new par 3 “could ruin somebody’s career”. But it was an old links standard that caused this disaster: the pot bunker.

No.1-ranked coach: This simple gripping mistake is sabotaging your bunker shots

Myth-busting: Fairway Bunkers

Ryder Cup 2021: Why players were warned of not breaking this rule at Whistling Straits

PGA Championship 2021: Why technically there are no bunkers (but a lot of sand) at the Ocean Course

Butch Harmon: Simplify The Sand

Matt Killen: There’s A Way Out

July 4th, 2018

Stacy Lewis: Pick Your Pocket

It’s a great thought for a steep bunker face.

September 20th, 2016

THE 9 MOST IMPORTANT UNWRITTEN RULES OF GOLF

From gimme lengths, yelling “fore” to not filling in your divots, here are unwritten rules you should adhere to

March 1st, 2016

VIDEO: Tom Watson and Roger Cleveland on playing bunkers

Eight-time Major champion Tom Watson and legendary wedge designer Roger Cleveland believe there is only one club you should use from bunkers. Watson also gives his best tips for escaping the sand.

May 28th, 2015

The Bunker Slide Rule

Renowned instructor David Leadbetter shows you how to play with a purpose from the bunkers, and save more pars.

Team Finals

Rank	Team Name	Total	Score
1	RIPPER GC	-11	277
T2	4ACES GC	-8	280
T2	IRON HEADS GC	-8	280
4	LEGION XIII	-6	282
5	STINGER GC	-15	273
6	FIREBALLS GC	-14	274
T7	CRUSHERS GC	-2	286
T7	HYFLYERS GC	-2	286
9	MAJESTICKS GC	-5	283
10	TORQUE GC	-4	284
11	CLEEKS GC	-1	287
12	RANGEGOATS GC	+4	292
13	SMASH GC	+12	300