Golf - Teaching Your Child How To Play
More children are learning to play golf today than ever before. A big reason for this is Tiger Woods. He has taken the sport and popularized it among children of all ages. What used to be a boring game for kids to play has suddenly become increasingly popular.
Children are now discovering what many adults already know: golf is a lot of fun! While your children may love hitting golf balls with one of your old golf clubs, how do you begin to develop their skills? Here are a few tips to help you give your children a good head start in the golfing world.
One of the first things you may want to do is enroll them into a golf class. Many of your local golf courses have classes just for children. There is no need to go out and buy a new set of golf clubs for your child. The class will provide the equipment necessary. This will not only save you some money right now, but it will give you time to find out if your child truly enjoys the game of golf or not. You don't want to go out and spend a few hundred dollars only to find out your child doesn't really like golf after all.
The next tip is one that is very important for both you and your child. Be patient. It is so easy to want to see your child start hitting long drives and sinking 30 foot putts. In order for them to want to continue learning the game of golf they need your support. Let your child progress at their rate. The golf classes will help them develop immensely.
When you are on the practice range with them be sure you encourage them, even when they are spraying the ball all over the range. They will pick up the finer points of the game later as they grow older.
When your child has taken some classes and they show a genuine interest in the game of golf, buy them their own set of golf clubs. Be sure you have your child fitted properly. Of course, since they will be growing in height and weight, understand that the clubs you buy today may be too small within a year or two at the most. You can get childrens' golf clubs at an inexpensive price.
Use the time that you spend golfing with your children as a bonding time. Enjoy yourselves and the time you're out on the course. You can even use this time to develop a good communication with your child. Talk about other things than golf. You'll be surprised at how the golf course can help you and your children bond together. It will spill over into other areas of your lives as well.
Your child may never grow up to be the next Tiger Woods, or Michelle Wie, but they can grow up loving the game of golf. More importantly, they can grow up enjoying the time spent together with you out on the golf course.
2013年10月28日星期一
2013年10月22日星期二
Jiu Jitsu Gis Sizing
When shopping for new Jiu Jitsu Gis you will need to know what size would be the best fit for you. The size of your Jiu Jitsu Gis are very important for the way you train and especially for competition. Jiu Jitsu Gis Sizing are usually displayed on the manufacturers website. They should have a clear and complete sizing chart for you to go by.
Jiu Jitsu Gis are ranged from A0, - A6 for adults and K0 – K4 for kids. Those are a lot of choices on the sizing of your Jiu Jitsu Gis so it is very important to choose the right size. For example, you might be a size A2 in one Jiu Jitsu Gi brand but an A3 in another. This is why sizing is very important and if needed you should call the company itself and ask them about sizing. You can tell them your exact measurements over the phone or email and most companies will be happy to assist you with the correct sizing.
Some may ask, well what about shrinkage? That is a very important question. Shrinkage of your Jiu Jitsu Gis may also play a big factor in the size. Some Bjj Kimonos come pre-shrunk where there is minimal shrinkage and others are not pre-shrunk so there may be a lot of shrinkage of your Bjj Gi. Generally if you were to hang dry your Bjj Kimonos you will never see any shrinking of your Gis. So make sure you note which Bjj Kimonos are pre shrunk and which ones are not and play that fact into deciding your size. Again, if you are still having trouble with size then the recommendation would be to contact the company directly via email or phone.
Jiu Jitsu Gis are ranged from A0, - A6 for adults and K0 – K4 for kids. Those are a lot of choices on the sizing of your Jiu Jitsu Gis so it is very important to choose the right size. For example, you might be a size A2 in one Jiu Jitsu Gi brand but an A3 in another. This is why sizing is very important and if needed you should call the company itself and ask them about sizing. You can tell them your exact measurements over the phone or email and most companies will be happy to assist you with the correct sizing.
Some may ask, well what about shrinkage? That is a very important question. Shrinkage of your Jiu Jitsu Gis may also play a big factor in the size. Some Bjj Kimonos come pre-shrunk where there is minimal shrinkage and others are not pre-shrunk so there may be a lot of shrinkage of your Bjj Gi. Generally if you were to hang dry your Bjj Kimonos you will never see any shrinking of your Gis. So make sure you note which Bjj Kimonos are pre shrunk and which ones are not and play that fact into deciding your size. Again, if you are still having trouble with size then the recommendation would be to contact the company directly via email or phone.
2013年10月16日星期三
Nike Golfing Apparel
Most golfers will tell you that superior quality golf clothing is just as important as a good set of golf clubs. Golf clothing is not just about making a fashion statement but about wearing clothing that will protect you from the elements as well as support your game. Sport apparel can have a huge influence on how you play and it is for this reason the sport apparel industry ensures that the sports clothing meets the performance needs of their customers. Brands such as Nike have specialised divisions for different sports and the Nike Golf clothing division produces high quality golfing apparel and accessories.
Golf is a game that requires the player to spend a considerable time outdoors on the course, it is for this reason that you should invest in good quality golf clothing. You will be exposed to the elements out on the golf course and the clothing that you wear should be able to protect you from these conditions or at least lessen their effect on you. Nike Golf clothing is made with these weather conditions in mind and the fabric, materials, designs and tailoring are well suited for golfing.
When golfing in dry and hot conditions, you will need to be protected from the heat, dust, and humidity. Nike Golf clothing features a range of apparel made especially for hot weather conditions, their range of Nike Dri-Fit clothing is guaranteed to keep you dry and comfortable. The Nike Dri-Fit materials are designed so that the skin is kept dry due to the breathable and fast drying fabric. This range of Nike Golf clothing comes in a range of t-shirts, shorts and trousers for both men and women.
When golfing in wet weather the most important thing for any golfer is to keep warm and dry while playing. When you are out on the course the clothing you wear should be able to keep you protected from the environmental elements such as rain. Nike Golf clothing produces clothing that meets the needs of golfers playing in rainy conditions. The Nike range of water-resistant golf clothing such as the Nike Storm-Fit range is ideal for wet weather conditions. This range of Nike golf clothing is made with water-resistant fabrics so that you are kept dry and warm on the golf course. For men, women and juniors this range of golf clothing has jackets, trousers and matching suit sets from which you can choose.
If you are a golfer then you should consider buy yourself some Nike Golf clothing so that you are protected from the environmental conditions when you are playing. Nike Golf clothing is not just practical is it also very fashion forward and made with the wearer in mind.
Golf is a game that requires the player to spend a considerable time outdoors on the course, it is for this reason that you should invest in good quality golf clothing. You will be exposed to the elements out on the golf course and the clothing that you wear should be able to protect you from these conditions or at least lessen their effect on you. Nike Golf clothing is made with these weather conditions in mind and the fabric, materials, designs and tailoring are well suited for golfing.
When golfing in dry and hot conditions, you will need to be protected from the heat, dust, and humidity. Nike Golf clothing features a range of apparel made especially for hot weather conditions, their range of Nike Dri-Fit clothing is guaranteed to keep you dry and comfortable. The Nike Dri-Fit materials are designed so that the skin is kept dry due to the breathable and fast drying fabric. This range of Nike Golf clothing comes in a range of t-shirts, shorts and trousers for both men and women.
When golfing in wet weather the most important thing for any golfer is to keep warm and dry while playing. When you are out on the course the clothing you wear should be able to keep you protected from the environmental elements such as rain. Nike Golf clothing produces clothing that meets the needs of golfers playing in rainy conditions. The Nike range of water-resistant golf clothing such as the Nike Storm-Fit range is ideal for wet weather conditions. This range of Nike golf clothing is made with water-resistant fabrics so that you are kept dry and warm on the golf course. For men, women and juniors this range of golf clothing has jackets, trousers and matching suit sets from which you can choose.
If you are a golfer then you should consider buy yourself some Nike Golf clothing so that you are protected from the environmental conditions when you are playing. Nike Golf clothing is not just practical is it also very fashion forward and made with the wearer in mind.
2013年10月14日星期一
Very Powerful Ping Pong Attitude Tips
Do you strive to become a ping pong professional? If yes this article will definitely add value to your physical and also mental game. The biggest misconception with which many players are living is that they believe and think that the game is only physical. On the other hand, if you just look a few minutes to one of the best players in the world, and observe how they behave, how they train, and how the concentrate on positive thinking patters, and controlling themselves in every possible situation, you will notice that this game called table tennis is both mental and also physical.
The serious player also has to focus on the reduction of stress, negative feelings, and basically everything that is not congruent with their goals on how the match will end. By bringing a realistic, optimistic, and also strong attitude to the table it becomes less likely that a person will suffer under negative feelings or stress. If you are not well prepared for a match and aren´t even motivated to hold the ping pong paddles, because you experience defeat after defeat, it is pretty common that the current game will end like the previous ones. But what about if a player wouldn´t concentrate on the past results, and just go to the table with the attitude of a winner? It has been proven that if a person lacks self confidence and also ambition, it is very difficult to compete against trained and great players.
Focus on minimizing the effects that the results of previous matches could have, especially for negative ones. Accept the fact that you might have made a couple of mistakes, not been in shape, or simple couldn´t focus on this particular game at all. This is the attitude that you want to sustain when entering a table tennis table. Never enter it with the belief that you won´t and also can´t win this game today, because if you do this it becomes more and more likely that you will experience and achieve exactly what you think about.
Many individuals become completely stressed out and nervous when it comes to finishing a game. This has a definite reason, and it is that you already are very close of winning but you might believe that your opponent can still overtake you. Don´t let this happen to you, because you have to play if you have already won this particular match. Fear and anxiety leads to weakness and nervousness during each ball contact. Make sure to hold your ping pong paddles smoothly, and concentrate on playing your A-game all the time.
The serious player also has to focus on the reduction of stress, negative feelings, and basically everything that is not congruent with their goals on how the match will end. By bringing a realistic, optimistic, and also strong attitude to the table it becomes less likely that a person will suffer under negative feelings or stress. If you are not well prepared for a match and aren´t even motivated to hold the ping pong paddles, because you experience defeat after defeat, it is pretty common that the current game will end like the previous ones. But what about if a player wouldn´t concentrate on the past results, and just go to the table with the attitude of a winner? It has been proven that if a person lacks self confidence and also ambition, it is very difficult to compete against trained and great players.
Focus on minimizing the effects that the results of previous matches could have, especially for negative ones. Accept the fact that you might have made a couple of mistakes, not been in shape, or simple couldn´t focus on this particular game at all. This is the attitude that you want to sustain when entering a table tennis table. Never enter it with the belief that you won´t and also can´t win this game today, because if you do this it becomes more and more likely that you will experience and achieve exactly what you think about.
Many individuals become completely stressed out and nervous when it comes to finishing a game. This has a definite reason, and it is that you already are very close of winning but you might believe that your opponent can still overtake you. Don´t let this happen to you, because you have to play if you have already won this particular match. Fear and anxiety leads to weakness and nervousness during each ball contact. Make sure to hold your ping pong paddles smoothly, and concentrate on playing your A-game all the time.
MLB Tryouts—Chasing the Major League Dream: MLB Tryout Day for Position Players
So you want to give professional baseball a shot? An MLB tryout might be a good place to start. But before you show up, it will greatly benefit you to learn exactly what you can expect to encounter on MLB tryout day.
MLB tryouts are usually slated to start at 9:00 AM, but hopefuls are asked to show up a half hour early. When you get to the park, the first order of business is completing a registration card. You’ll find a number on this card, based on your position; for example, pitchers might be numbered 101, 102, 103, etc. That number is how you will be addressed and identified for the rest of the day.
You'll be asked to tryout at only one position, even if you typically pitch as well as play the field. However, the scouts may allow you a shot on the mound later on if you display the potential to generate some big league gas when showing off your arm in the field. Once everyone is registered, it’s time for position players to show the scouts their wheels. The MLB tryout begins!
A baseball player’s speed is measured via the 60 yard dash. This is run on a makeshift track marked off in the outfield with cones. Two scouts man the finish line with stopwatches and clipboards, as two players are called to the line to run. Each heat typically starts with a drop of the hat. If a guy puts up a great time, he may be asked to run again to prove that the time was legit.
The importance of the 60 at an MLB tryout cannot be understated. The time a player puts up at the beginning of the workout may dictate whether or not he’s even taken seriously for the remainder of the day. That’s a bit of a downer, I know, but it’s the reality. In the eyes of scouts, other skills can be taught if the potential is there; speed is something you’re born with. If an outfielder or middle infielder doesn’t run 7.0 seconds or better, he’ll have to hit/throw extremely well to receive any type of consideration from a scout at an MLB tryout.
After all players have run, everyone is given time to loosen up their arms before showing them off in the field. In most cases, outfielder line up in right field in between a pair of cones. A scout hits easy fungoes, as each player unleashes a few throws to both third and home. They aim for a cut-off man, who lets each throw go so the scouts can gauge trajectory and life off the turf. They look for the ball to stay straight, on an even plane, and take one lively bounce before reaching the target.
Middle infielders and third basemen then field a few ground balls in the hole at deep shortstop. Scouts watch closely as each player uncorks a few throws over to first, looking for the same characteristics (minus the bounce) as those from the outfielders. While scouts will look at fielding ability, body control, footwork and hands, the throwing arm is what is primarily evaluated here. First basemen get to throw a few across the diamond at an MLB tryout as well, but arm strength means little to scouts at this position. First basemen are called on to carry a big stick first and foremost. But if one of these guys shows a big arm, he may project at another position.
Catchers then get their turn in the spotlight. For catchers, an MLB tryout is all about "pop time." A scout clicks his stopwatch as a catcher receives a pitch, then—as the catcher simulates a steal situation to second—stops it when the ball reaches the target’s glove at second. The goal here is 2.0 seconds or better.
After the arms have been evaluated in the field at an MLB tryout, a cut is usually made. The scouts get together and decide which players they will keep for the next phase of the tryout. For those that don’t hear their numbers called at this point, the workout is over.
Those that are invited to stay get the chance to field their positions, as the scouts more closely evaluate defensive skills. Batting practice typically follows, so the scouts can analyze the mechanics of each player’s swing, along with each athlete’s power potential. From there, the roster is slashed once again to include only those that will stay to hit live pitching.
So now you know what you’re in for as a position player at an MLB tryout. If you’re a ballplayer that hopes to break into the pros, there are many avenues you can pursue to try to make this happen. There is a whole lot of WORLDWIDE opportunity available today, both inside and outside the umbrella of Major League Baseball. That said, a solid showing at an MLB tryout could get you on the radar, and put you on the road towards a pro career. Knowing what you’re in for on tryout day is the first step towards living the dream.
MLB tryouts are usually slated to start at 9:00 AM, but hopefuls are asked to show up a half hour early. When you get to the park, the first order of business is completing a registration card. You’ll find a number on this card, based on your position; for example, pitchers might be numbered 101, 102, 103, etc. That number is how you will be addressed and identified for the rest of the day.
You'll be asked to tryout at only one position, even if you typically pitch as well as play the field. However, the scouts may allow you a shot on the mound later on if you display the potential to generate some big league gas when showing off your arm in the field. Once everyone is registered, it’s time for position players to show the scouts their wheels. The MLB tryout begins!
A baseball player’s speed is measured via the 60 yard dash. This is run on a makeshift track marked off in the outfield with cones. Two scouts man the finish line with stopwatches and clipboards, as two players are called to the line to run. Each heat typically starts with a drop of the hat. If a guy puts up a great time, he may be asked to run again to prove that the time was legit.
The importance of the 60 at an MLB tryout cannot be understated. The time a player puts up at the beginning of the workout may dictate whether or not he’s even taken seriously for the remainder of the day. That’s a bit of a downer, I know, but it’s the reality. In the eyes of scouts, other skills can be taught if the potential is there; speed is something you’re born with. If an outfielder or middle infielder doesn’t run 7.0 seconds or better, he’ll have to hit/throw extremely well to receive any type of consideration from a scout at an MLB tryout.
After all players have run, everyone is given time to loosen up their arms before showing them off in the field. In most cases, outfielder line up in right field in between a pair of cones. A scout hits easy fungoes, as each player unleashes a few throws to both third and home. They aim for a cut-off man, who lets each throw go so the scouts can gauge trajectory and life off the turf. They look for the ball to stay straight, on an even plane, and take one lively bounce before reaching the target.
Middle infielders and third basemen then field a few ground balls in the hole at deep shortstop. Scouts watch closely as each player uncorks a few throws over to first, looking for the same characteristics (minus the bounce) as those from the outfielders. While scouts will look at fielding ability, body control, footwork and hands, the throwing arm is what is primarily evaluated here. First basemen get to throw a few across the diamond at an MLB tryout as well, but arm strength means little to scouts at this position. First basemen are called on to carry a big stick first and foremost. But if one of these guys shows a big arm, he may project at another position.
Catchers then get their turn in the spotlight. For catchers, an MLB tryout is all about "pop time." A scout clicks his stopwatch as a catcher receives a pitch, then—as the catcher simulates a steal situation to second—stops it when the ball reaches the target’s glove at second. The goal here is 2.0 seconds or better.
After the arms have been evaluated in the field at an MLB tryout, a cut is usually made. The scouts get together and decide which players they will keep for the next phase of the tryout. For those that don’t hear their numbers called at this point, the workout is over.
Those that are invited to stay get the chance to field their positions, as the scouts more closely evaluate defensive skills. Batting practice typically follows, so the scouts can analyze the mechanics of each player’s swing, along with each athlete’s power potential. From there, the roster is slashed once again to include only those that will stay to hit live pitching.
So now you know what you’re in for as a position player at an MLB tryout. If you’re a ballplayer that hopes to break into the pros, there are many avenues you can pursue to try to make this happen. There is a whole lot of WORLDWIDE opportunity available today, both inside and outside the umbrella of Major League Baseball. That said, a solid showing at an MLB tryout could get you on the radar, and put you on the road towards a pro career. Knowing what you’re in for on tryout day is the first step towards living the dream.
2013年10月13日星期日
The History of the Collingwood Magpies
The Collingwood Magpies had an incredible year last year, and it is due them to have a look at their history and consider how they got to be such a celebrated team.
What has led to their greatness? What are some of the key dates in their history? Who are some of the "greats" associated with this team?
The premiership victory was certainly a great feat, and the Grand Final was such a neck-and-neck battle that it gave way to a Grand Final replay, in which the Magpies utterly trounced the Saint Kilda Saints.
Not having won a Grand Final for the past twenty years, the rejoicing amongst the Magpies' fans was massive – prior to the game, AFL merchandise coloured the streets as supporters of opposing teams proudly showed their allegiance. This gave way to the colours of black and white following the game with flags and scarves blowing from car windows, fences, and anywhere else available to fly their colours.
Looking back on Collingwood's first Premiership victory in 1902, it is significant to note that it was not only Collingwood's first premiership season, but it was also the first time for the Grand Finals to be played at the MCG. In a nail-biting event the very next year, the Pies won their back-to-back title under warm conditions, and against a strong opponent, pulling into the lead at the last moment with a mere two points. The question remains for 2011 – will they pull off another back-to-back?
Not only has Collingwood succeeded to obtain two back to back victories, they have had a four year consecutive run – 1927-1930. Though they have competed in an outstanding number of Their victories got smaller however, and by the time the Grand Final came around in 2010, their supporters were ready for a party – and boy did they ever party! After 20 years of silence, they were back at the top – and no one was able to miss it. AFL merchandise abounded wherever one looked, and it seemed as if all of Australia was having a party...Not that all of Australia are Colllingwood supporters, but they certainly have a large fan base.
In fact, not only does Collingwood have the largest fan base in AFL, but they also hold the title for the largest supporters of any Australian sport. In 1970, when Collingwood and Carlton battled it out for the Premiership title, a record crowd of 121,696 spectators watched. And in 2010, the year of the Magpie, they beat their previous membership record with a total of 57,617. Many supporters purchase AFL merchandise and proudly support the Magpies.
With 8 Brownlow Medal winners, beginning with Syd Coventry in 1927 and the latest being Nathan Buckley in 2003, Collingwood has many prestigious players. Nathan Buckley also set other records, including the most bests and fairests.
Nick Maxwell is the current captain of the Magpies, having begun in 2008, and led them to victory in the 2010 Grand Finals.
True to their motto, this last year, the Magpies truly have prospered!
What has led to their greatness? What are some of the key dates in their history? Who are some of the "greats" associated with this team?
The premiership victory was certainly a great feat, and the Grand Final was such a neck-and-neck battle that it gave way to a Grand Final replay, in which the Magpies utterly trounced the Saint Kilda Saints.
Not having won a Grand Final for the past twenty years, the rejoicing amongst the Magpies' fans was massive – prior to the game, AFL merchandise coloured the streets as supporters of opposing teams proudly showed their allegiance. This gave way to the colours of black and white following the game with flags and scarves blowing from car windows, fences, and anywhere else available to fly their colours.
Looking back on Collingwood's first Premiership victory in 1902, it is significant to note that it was not only Collingwood's first premiership season, but it was also the first time for the Grand Finals to be played at the MCG. In a nail-biting event the very next year, the Pies won their back-to-back title under warm conditions, and against a strong opponent, pulling into the lead at the last moment with a mere two points. The question remains for 2011 – will they pull off another back-to-back?
Not only has Collingwood succeeded to obtain two back to back victories, they have had a four year consecutive run – 1927-1930. Though they have competed in an outstanding number of Their victories got smaller however, and by the time the Grand Final came around in 2010, their supporters were ready for a party – and boy did they ever party! After 20 years of silence, they were back at the top – and no one was able to miss it. AFL merchandise abounded wherever one looked, and it seemed as if all of Australia was having a party...Not that all of Australia are Colllingwood supporters, but they certainly have a large fan base.
In fact, not only does Collingwood have the largest fan base in AFL, but they also hold the title for the largest supporters of any Australian sport. In 1970, when Collingwood and Carlton battled it out for the Premiership title, a record crowd of 121,696 spectators watched. And in 2010, the year of the Magpie, they beat their previous membership record with a total of 57,617. Many supporters purchase AFL merchandise and proudly support the Magpies.
With 8 Brownlow Medal winners, beginning with Syd Coventry in 1927 and the latest being Nathan Buckley in 2003, Collingwood has many prestigious players. Nathan Buckley also set other records, including the most bests and fairests.
Nick Maxwell is the current captain of the Magpies, having begun in 2008, and led them to victory in the 2010 Grand Finals.
True to their motto, this last year, the Magpies truly have prospered!
Snooker Class DVD
For someone new to the game a snooker tutorial DVD is the easiest way to know regarding the game and the guidelines and tips of it. Even probably the most professional snooker players these DVDs come useful as a consequence of they preserve them updated with reference to the sport in any respect times.
These DVDs are simply available on-line and anybody can purchase them. But there are specific factors when it is finest to take into account earlier than you put cash into such a DVD.
The first level to contemplate when shopping for a snooker class DVD is that the trainer is or was a professional snooker player. Solely people who have played the game at the highest competitive degree may be relied upon to teach the game in a manner it should be taught. Someone who is aware of the idea of snooker could possibly lecture you for hours on cease however it's only an expert snooker coach who can let you recognize about the practicalities of the game.
The second point to contemplate is the mode of teaching. If your snooker lesson DVD solely consists of textual content and voice then you're going to get bored quickly and search for different avenues to study the game. The best snooker tutorial DVDs have loads of action in them by means of videos. The coach, when educating concerning a specific shot ought to have the flexibility to fortify the educating through a supporting video.
The third point to bear in mind if you buy a snooker lesson DVD is that the tutorial moves forward in a systematic manner. It shouldn’t jump the gun at any stage. The educational should begin from basic and steadily become advanced. You should be instructed to practice at the end of each chapter.
The fourth level to keep in mind is the price of your snooker tutorial DVD. You'll find that there are DVDs that are dust low cost and there are DVDs that are rather expensive. Earlier than you pay the capital you must be positive that it is an investment that you are making and not merely incurring a cost.
Last but not the least; once you purchase snooker tutorial DVD you must always buy from a reliable source. There are lots of web sites that promote these DVDs however not all of them are the perfect within the business. Identifying a correct snooker internet site via Google or articles or blogs needs to be simple. Collect as much info on the topic of a particular websites and its snooker lesson DVD as you'll find a way to and only when you find yourself satisfied on the topic of the quality should you go for it.
Snooker just isn't the toughest game in the world but it surely has its tricks up its sleeve. You can't just get up one advantageous morning and begin enjoying the game, anticipating to grow to be a grasp inside a week. It takes a selection of hard work and observe earlier than you'll be able to compete with the best. Use an expert snooker tutorial DVD and learn the game inside out. When you study and practice you give your self the perfect chance to play the game like a pro.
These DVDs are simply available on-line and anybody can purchase them. But there are specific factors when it is finest to take into account earlier than you put cash into such a DVD.
The first level to contemplate when shopping for a snooker class DVD is that the trainer is or was a professional snooker player. Solely people who have played the game at the highest competitive degree may be relied upon to teach the game in a manner it should be taught. Someone who is aware of the idea of snooker could possibly lecture you for hours on cease however it's only an expert snooker coach who can let you recognize about the practicalities of the game.
The second point to contemplate is the mode of teaching. If your snooker lesson DVD solely consists of textual content and voice then you're going to get bored quickly and search for different avenues to study the game. The best snooker tutorial DVDs have loads of action in them by means of videos. The coach, when educating concerning a specific shot ought to have the flexibility to fortify the educating through a supporting video.
The third point to bear in mind if you buy a snooker lesson DVD is that the tutorial moves forward in a systematic manner. It shouldn’t jump the gun at any stage. The educational should begin from basic and steadily become advanced. You should be instructed to practice at the end of each chapter.
The fourth level to keep in mind is the price of your snooker tutorial DVD. You'll find that there are DVDs that are dust low cost and there are DVDs that are rather expensive. Earlier than you pay the capital you must be positive that it is an investment that you are making and not merely incurring a cost.
Last but not the least; once you purchase snooker tutorial DVD you must always buy from a reliable source. There are lots of web sites that promote these DVDs however not all of them are the perfect within the business. Identifying a correct snooker internet site via Google or articles or blogs needs to be simple. Collect as much info on the topic of a particular websites and its snooker lesson DVD as you'll find a way to and only when you find yourself satisfied on the topic of the quality should you go for it.
Snooker just isn't the toughest game in the world but it surely has its tricks up its sleeve. You can't just get up one advantageous morning and begin enjoying the game, anticipating to grow to be a grasp inside a week. It takes a selection of hard work and observe earlier than you'll be able to compete with the best. Use an expert snooker tutorial DVD and learn the game inside out. When you study and practice you give your self the perfect chance to play the game like a pro.
2013年10月10日星期四
Dallas takes the lead over Los Angeles
The Mavericks overcame a 16-point deficit to win game 1 of the Western Conference semifinals against the Lakers.
Let’s go straight into Game 1 of the Western Conference semifinals between the Los Angeles Lakes and Dallas Mavericks at the Staples Center. The Mavs were up by two and the defending champions left in Kobe Bryant all their hopes for a crunch time shot, but he missed. This was how Dallas won their first on the road Playoff game against L.A. in franchise history.
Just like in the series against the New Orleans Hornets the Lakers have failed to win game 1 at home. There’s a slight difference thought; this past Monday they blew a 16-point lead to end up losing the first game of the Western Conference semifinals by 96-94 against the Mavericks.
For Phil Jackson the only explanation for this loss is that they "gave the game away" he said. This is something that we have to agree with for it is very hard to find another explanation to the Lakers’ decay in the second half.
To be more precise and using Andrew Bynum’s words this game wasn’t lost "at the end. We lost it in the third quarter," he said.
It is not like the Mavericks didn’t do their thing and we wanted to detract their effort, but the truth is that the Lakers lost this game all by themselves. The proofs are evident: not only did they waste a 16-point lead, but also missed two last seconds shots that could have earned them the victory.
Those two last seconds chances were ironically missed the top scorer of the game: Kobe Bryant, who finished the night with 36 points, and not the 39 that he could have reached if his crunch time tree-pointer would have gone in.
Don’t get us wrong, we don’t want to detract Dallas. It would be fair to give them credit for never giving up, as well as the great contribution they got from the bench with a strong presence from the three point range: 6 triples that had a strong contrast with the Lakers’ bench that got none.
The Mavericks also did a great job in taking advantage of their franchise player German Dirk Nowitzki who put together 28 points and 14 rebounds. He wasn’t just the top scorer of the teams, but also starred one of the most discussed decisions of the game: Pau Gasol was called a foul on him that Laker’s No. 16 refused to have committed, and that Novitzki took advantage of to put the definite 94-96 from the free throw line.
That last free throw was the culmination of a 9-2 run in the last 3:32 of the game, run that made the come from behind victory possible for the Mavs, in what was the first postseason meeting against the Lakers since 1988.
This story will continue on Wednesday at the Staples Center where the Lakers will try to even the series prior to traveling to Dallas for games 3 and 4.
Let’s go straight into Game 1 of the Western Conference semifinals between the Los Angeles Lakes and Dallas Mavericks at the Staples Center. The Mavs were up by two and the defending champions left in Kobe Bryant all their hopes for a crunch time shot, but he missed. This was how Dallas won their first on the road Playoff game against L.A. in franchise history.
Just like in the series against the New Orleans Hornets the Lakers have failed to win game 1 at home. There’s a slight difference thought; this past Monday they blew a 16-point lead to end up losing the first game of the Western Conference semifinals by 96-94 against the Mavericks.
For Phil Jackson the only explanation for this loss is that they "gave the game away" he said. This is something that we have to agree with for it is very hard to find another explanation to the Lakers’ decay in the second half.
To be more precise and using Andrew Bynum’s words this game wasn’t lost "at the end. We lost it in the third quarter," he said.
It is not like the Mavericks didn’t do their thing and we wanted to detract their effort, but the truth is that the Lakers lost this game all by themselves. The proofs are evident: not only did they waste a 16-point lead, but also missed two last seconds shots that could have earned them the victory.
Those two last seconds chances were ironically missed the top scorer of the game: Kobe Bryant, who finished the night with 36 points, and not the 39 that he could have reached if his crunch time tree-pointer would have gone in.
Don’t get us wrong, we don’t want to detract Dallas. It would be fair to give them credit for never giving up, as well as the great contribution they got from the bench with a strong presence from the three point range: 6 triples that had a strong contrast with the Lakers’ bench that got none.
The Mavericks also did a great job in taking advantage of their franchise player German Dirk Nowitzki who put together 28 points and 14 rebounds. He wasn’t just the top scorer of the teams, but also starred one of the most discussed decisions of the game: Pau Gasol was called a foul on him that Laker’s No. 16 refused to have committed, and that Novitzki took advantage of to put the definite 94-96 from the free throw line.
That last free throw was the culmination of a 9-2 run in the last 3:32 of the game, run that made the come from behind victory possible for the Mavs, in what was the first postseason meeting against the Lakers since 1988.
This story will continue on Wednesday at the Staples Center where the Lakers will try to even the series prior to traveling to Dallas for games 3 and 4.
How Do I Know its the Right River for Me
Have you ever wanted to go whitewater rafting or kayaking down the raging rapids of a ferocious unpredictable river? Or would you like to bring your whole family on a relaxing scenic canoe ride down a nice slow moving river with smooth easy waves and open passages? This is something you can do in the spring, summer, and fall even in the winter months if you are close enough to the equator. Just imagine for a moment the breath taking views of an early morning push off. With birds chirping in the back ground, squirrels wrestling in the leaves all while watching the sun rise over the mountain tops just before hitting the massive wave, steep drops and unpredictable obstacles. While taking in nature’s breath taking beauty you will be having the adventure of a life time.
When whitewater rafting, canoeing or kayaking it’s always good to know your ability, the class of the rapids also what the river flow is. First let’s have a look at your abilities. Knowing if you are a beginner or a leader is essential when whitewater rafting, canoeing or kayaking. This will help you pick out the right river for you, your family and your friends. To determine your ability, use the following guide line and see where you fit best.
Ability is as follows:
* Beginner familiar with basic paddling techniques and can handle a two man canoe in steady, smooth water from the bow or stern, understands basic solo canoeing techniques
* Novice knows how to read the water, can handle regular rapids with ease, posses more developed whitewater paddling skills for solo or two man canoeing
* Intermediate can maneuver through the rapids using multiple paddling techniques, can handle up to class 2 rapids alone in a canoe or kayak, understanding basic techniques for eddy maneuvering and reverse current paddling
* Expert has superior maneuver capabilities to handle heavy water flow, run difficult rapids with intense waves, can negotiate class 3 to 4 rivers with ease in both solo and multiple passenger crafts, can handle any in high volume rivers
* Leader experienced, has good physical fitness, and has judgment and training to lead a team of paddlers of any skill level in any class of rapids, knows what is needed to make any trip safe and enjoyable.
Next you need to determine the type of rapids you want to run. This will allow you to determine the skills you need for the river you wish to run and the proper craft to navigate that river for the safest and most exciting time. Rapids vary in their intensity and they have 7 different classes.
They are as follows:
* Class A Lake water, very still
* Class 1 Easy smooth water, light riffles, gentle curves
* Class 2 Moderate rapids with regular waves, open passages between rocks, quick water
* Class 3 Moderately difficult high waves, narrow passages, rocks, eddies, tight but clear gaps, difficult for standard canoes without proper floatation devises
* Class 4 Difficult standing waves, powerful rapids, holes, powerful maneuvering,
* Class 5 Extremely Difficult long rapids, without interruptions, filled with obstruction, big drops, violent currents
* Class 6 Extraordinary difficult Every safety caution should be taken. Very dangerous. The violent rapids are deadly.
A river’s characteristics can change drastically do to the amount of seasonal run off and rain flow of a particular area. The rain and run off doesn’t even have to occur within the region of a river you plan on paddling, it could occur hundreds of miles away. Do to these unpredictable conditions, a river you ran just days earlier with a class rating of 1 to 2 can easily change to a rating of 3 to 4+. Furthermore, a river in the spring and early summer and/or under normal rain flow conditions may have a class rating of 3 to 4 you can find itself at a rating of 1 to 2 do to poor snow fall and drought conditions. So you need to always consider what season in which you plan to run a river and the amount of rain flow that the area has accumulated. These are the classification for water levels.
* Low shallow, below normal, muddy sandbars, dry banks
* Medium normal river flow, good water, enough depth
* Medium High higher then normal, faster flow
* High water is difficult to handle, strong currents, debris is floating by
* High-High very heavy water, debris always, don’t kayak, canoe, or raft very dangerous
* Flood overflowing the banks, current extremely violent, and stay home
When ever you decide to go whitewater rafting, canoeing, or kayaking please always be safe. Always check the weather report before you go out on canoe trip. Always do the paddling on a river you feel comfortable on. Never try a different river on bad weather. Your kayaking, canoeing or whitewater rafting trips should always be an adventure for you; your family and your friends will always enjoy and remember.
When whitewater rafting, canoeing or kayaking it’s always good to know your ability, the class of the rapids also what the river flow is. First let’s have a look at your abilities. Knowing if you are a beginner or a leader is essential when whitewater rafting, canoeing or kayaking. This will help you pick out the right river for you, your family and your friends. To determine your ability, use the following guide line and see where you fit best.
Ability is as follows:
* Beginner familiar with basic paddling techniques and can handle a two man canoe in steady, smooth water from the bow or stern, understands basic solo canoeing techniques
* Novice knows how to read the water, can handle regular rapids with ease, posses more developed whitewater paddling skills for solo or two man canoeing
* Intermediate can maneuver through the rapids using multiple paddling techniques, can handle up to class 2 rapids alone in a canoe or kayak, understanding basic techniques for eddy maneuvering and reverse current paddling
* Expert has superior maneuver capabilities to handle heavy water flow, run difficult rapids with intense waves, can negotiate class 3 to 4 rivers with ease in both solo and multiple passenger crafts, can handle any in high volume rivers
* Leader experienced, has good physical fitness, and has judgment and training to lead a team of paddlers of any skill level in any class of rapids, knows what is needed to make any trip safe and enjoyable.
Next you need to determine the type of rapids you want to run. This will allow you to determine the skills you need for the river you wish to run and the proper craft to navigate that river for the safest and most exciting time. Rapids vary in their intensity and they have 7 different classes.
They are as follows:
* Class A Lake water, very still
* Class 1 Easy smooth water, light riffles, gentle curves
* Class 2 Moderate rapids with regular waves, open passages between rocks, quick water
* Class 3 Moderately difficult high waves, narrow passages, rocks, eddies, tight but clear gaps, difficult for standard canoes without proper floatation devises
* Class 4 Difficult standing waves, powerful rapids, holes, powerful maneuvering,
* Class 5 Extremely Difficult long rapids, without interruptions, filled with obstruction, big drops, violent currents
* Class 6 Extraordinary difficult Every safety caution should be taken. Very dangerous. The violent rapids are deadly.
A river’s characteristics can change drastically do to the amount of seasonal run off and rain flow of a particular area. The rain and run off doesn’t even have to occur within the region of a river you plan on paddling, it could occur hundreds of miles away. Do to these unpredictable conditions, a river you ran just days earlier with a class rating of 1 to 2 can easily change to a rating of 3 to 4+. Furthermore, a river in the spring and early summer and/or under normal rain flow conditions may have a class rating of 3 to 4 you can find itself at a rating of 1 to 2 do to poor snow fall and drought conditions. So you need to always consider what season in which you plan to run a river and the amount of rain flow that the area has accumulated. These are the classification for water levels.
* Low shallow, below normal, muddy sandbars, dry banks
* Medium normal river flow, good water, enough depth
* Medium High higher then normal, faster flow
* High water is difficult to handle, strong currents, debris is floating by
* High-High very heavy water, debris always, don’t kayak, canoe, or raft very dangerous
* Flood overflowing the banks, current extremely violent, and stay home
When ever you decide to go whitewater rafting, canoeing, or kayaking please always be safe. Always check the weather report before you go out on canoe trip. Always do the paddling on a river you feel comfortable on. Never try a different river on bad weather. Your kayaking, canoeing or whitewater rafting trips should always be an adventure for you; your family and your friends will always enjoy and remember.
2013年10月8日星期二
Chipping and Pitching Tips
Chipping and Pitching Tips
Chipping and pitching. For most golfers who shoot between 80 and 90, approximately 45 to 52 shots are spent either within 75 yards of the green or on the green. For those averaging even higher scoring ranges, even more shots are used within 75 yards of the hole. So what you may say. Well, any golfer can improve his scoring average, handicap and enjoyment of the game by working on his short game. That’s chipping and putting. Heard that before? Probably.
While it’s still cold and most of us are off the golf course take a few moments and find a video or two that deal with such subjects as sand shots, chip shots around the green, short iron shots into the green and oh yes, putting, short distances and longer distances.
If you are in a location where the weather is not too bad one thing you can do is just practice hitting short wedge shots, maybe 20 to 50 yards on a high school practice field (many high school fields are now made of artificial grass) or a municipal field. This will help keep your golfing muscles, primarily shoulder, wrist and arms somewhat flexible until the spring. Once the golfing season begins with respect to chipping and pitching tips, golfers should do the following:
Set goals for yourself on the different parts of your game, particularly those you had trouble with during the previous golfing season.
Get up early enough to spend some time on the practice range hitting wedges to specific targets, chipping on the practice green and putting on the practice green. You should allocate at least an hour to this if your personal schedule permits.
Have a friend, family member or playing partner look at all the aspects of your short game when you are playing your round and again while on the range. For example, during the round, you should have someone watch to see if your feet are in proper alignment with the flag stick, how far back you bring the club when hitting short iron or chip shots, what your eyes and head are doing when hitting chips and short irons and again, when putting whether long putts or short putts.
While playing the round you should have someone make observations about your short game and these observations should be written down on a pad. For example, on putts, you may break your wrists, thereby pulling or pushing putts. A playing partner can easily see this kind of mistake and help you change your putting style, if not during the round, then on the practice green.
Keep track of how many greens you hit in regulation, how many putts you take on each green, the approximate length of the first putt, whether your putts or your short iron shots or chips are always on one side of the hole, (i.e. always left or always right).
If it is possible when you are practicing or during an actual round have one of your playing partners or a friend take cell phone pictures of your stance on chips, putts, short irons shots so you can actually see what you look like as opposed to what you think you look like. For example, you may think you are bending your knees at address on short chips and iron shots but in actuality you are stiff legged. Another example is on putts, if a photo can be taken during the actual putting stroke, you may find out that you are lifting your head or moving your eyes and not really keeping still until some time after the putt has been hit.
On your short irons shots, when divots are taken, see the direction of the divot and the depth of the divot. Studying these results will help you correct possible swing errors before they become ingrained.
Maintain a good mental attitude even if shots are struck poorly or off course or do not achieve the intended result.
Do you allow the playing skills or attitudes of your playing partners affect your own pattern of play, mental attitude or concentration. Concentrate on your game. Remember chipping and pitching tips if followed during the golf season will bring big rewards.
Chipping and pitching. For most golfers who shoot between 80 and 90, approximately 45 to 52 shots are spent either within 75 yards of the green or on the green. For those averaging even higher scoring ranges, even more shots are used within 75 yards of the hole. So what you may say. Well, any golfer can improve his scoring average, handicap and enjoyment of the game by working on his short game. That’s chipping and putting. Heard that before? Probably.
While it’s still cold and most of us are off the golf course take a few moments and find a video or two that deal with such subjects as sand shots, chip shots around the green, short iron shots into the green and oh yes, putting, short distances and longer distances.
If you are in a location where the weather is not too bad one thing you can do is just practice hitting short wedge shots, maybe 20 to 50 yards on a high school practice field (many high school fields are now made of artificial grass) or a municipal field. This will help keep your golfing muscles, primarily shoulder, wrist and arms somewhat flexible until the spring. Once the golfing season begins with respect to chipping and pitching tips, golfers should do the following:
Set goals for yourself on the different parts of your game, particularly those you had trouble with during the previous golfing season.
Get up early enough to spend some time on the practice range hitting wedges to specific targets, chipping on the practice green and putting on the practice green. You should allocate at least an hour to this if your personal schedule permits.
Have a friend, family member or playing partner look at all the aspects of your short game when you are playing your round and again while on the range. For example, during the round, you should have someone watch to see if your feet are in proper alignment with the flag stick, how far back you bring the club when hitting short iron or chip shots, what your eyes and head are doing when hitting chips and short irons and again, when putting whether long putts or short putts.
While playing the round you should have someone make observations about your short game and these observations should be written down on a pad. For example, on putts, you may break your wrists, thereby pulling or pushing putts. A playing partner can easily see this kind of mistake and help you change your putting style, if not during the round, then on the practice green.
Keep track of how many greens you hit in regulation, how many putts you take on each green, the approximate length of the first putt, whether your putts or your short iron shots or chips are always on one side of the hole, (i.e. always left or always right).
If it is possible when you are practicing or during an actual round have one of your playing partners or a friend take cell phone pictures of your stance on chips, putts, short irons shots so you can actually see what you look like as opposed to what you think you look like. For example, you may think you are bending your knees at address on short chips and iron shots but in actuality you are stiff legged. Another example is on putts, if a photo can be taken during the actual putting stroke, you may find out that you are lifting your head or moving your eyes and not really keeping still until some time after the putt has been hit.
On your short irons shots, when divots are taken, see the direction of the divot and the depth of the divot. Studying these results will help you correct possible swing errors before they become ingrained.
Maintain a good mental attitude even if shots are struck poorly or off course or do not achieve the intended result.
Do you allow the playing skills or attitudes of your playing partners affect your own pattern of play, mental attitude or concentration. Concentrate on your game. Remember chipping and pitching tips if followed during the golf season will bring big rewards.
The Unconventional Putter Guide
The unconventional putter guide was prepared to help golfers who want to make those three, four and five foot puts when money is on the line or you are trying to win the club championship or your flight in the club championship, or perhaps it is just breaking 80 for the first time. The art of putting is also being able to get those forty and fifty foot puts to within a foot or so of the hole most of the time. Every year the golf club manufacturers put out their new and best putters designed to make all of us better putters, if only we fork over $100, $200 or even $300. Putting really isn’t that much about putter technology as it is about the four or five inches between the ears of the golfer and the techniques he has developed over the years to know what he can do on the greens under pressure.
Over the past ten years, maybe a bit longer, more and more golfers on the professional tours have been switching to belly and long putters and that has led more and more amateurs to follow suit and give the longer shafted putters a try. The gradual switching from conventional putters to long and belly putters demonstrates to us why the unconventional putter guide is useful in taking a fresh look at your putting.
We believe very firmly that the belly and long putters will continue to become more popular with the pros and amateurs and that the overwhelming majority of amateurs should be testing out or using these putters on a regular basis.
A belly putter is a type of putter much like a conventional putter, except that the shaft is longer and the end of the shaft is anchored by the golfers stomach or belly. Belly putters have longer shafts than conventional putters, but their shafts are not as long as those of the long putter. The longer shaft of the belly putter is anchored against the golfer's belly or stomach, which serves as a fulcrum for the stroke. Belly putters usually range from 41 to 44 inches in length versus 32-36 inches for conventional putters.
As is the case with a conventional putter, the golfer uses both hands (the grip may not be different from the grip used with a conventional putter) in the stroke and has pretty much the same stance as used when using a conventional putter. The key with the belly putter is the connection of the butt end of the shaft to the body which helps keep the wrists quiet during the stroke. At the present time belly putters are legal under all of the rules of golf. Belly putters appear to have the greatest appeal to golfers who use their hands too much in the stroke or who are suffering from the yips.
In contrast to the conventional and belly putters, the long putter is a type of putter that have longer shafts than even the belly putters. While the shafts for belly putters run from 41 to 44 inches, the shaft length for long putters can run from 48 to 52 inches. Since the shaft of the long putter is longer it lets the golfer take a more upright stance. A grip of a golfer using a long putter is almost always a split grip, with one hand holding the end of the club, then bare shaft, then the other hand lower on the shaft. For a right handed golfer his left hand is on the upper grip section, and the right hand is on the lower grip section. The top hand in this grip, the left hand for right handed individuals, can either be totally on the end of the shaft or the thumb of the left hand could rest on the butt end of the shaft to help further stabilize the shaft and club. The golfer's top hand and the butt end of the putter is then anchored against the golfer's sternum or chest, and that anchor serves as a fulcrum for a pendulum stroke, which the golfer initiates using his lower or right hand.
Over the past ten years, maybe a bit longer, more and more golfers on the professional tours have been switching to belly and long putters and that has led more and more amateurs to follow suit and give the longer shafted putters a try. The gradual switching from conventional putters to long and belly putters demonstrates to us why the unconventional putter guide is useful in taking a fresh look at your putting.
We believe very firmly that the belly and long putters will continue to become more popular with the pros and amateurs and that the overwhelming majority of amateurs should be testing out or using these putters on a regular basis.
A belly putter is a type of putter much like a conventional putter, except that the shaft is longer and the end of the shaft is anchored by the golfers stomach or belly. Belly putters have longer shafts than conventional putters, but their shafts are not as long as those of the long putter. The longer shaft of the belly putter is anchored against the golfer's belly or stomach, which serves as a fulcrum for the stroke. Belly putters usually range from 41 to 44 inches in length versus 32-36 inches for conventional putters.
As is the case with a conventional putter, the golfer uses both hands (the grip may not be different from the grip used with a conventional putter) in the stroke and has pretty much the same stance as used when using a conventional putter. The key with the belly putter is the connection of the butt end of the shaft to the body which helps keep the wrists quiet during the stroke. At the present time belly putters are legal under all of the rules of golf. Belly putters appear to have the greatest appeal to golfers who use their hands too much in the stroke or who are suffering from the yips.
In contrast to the conventional and belly putters, the long putter is a type of putter that have longer shafts than even the belly putters. While the shafts for belly putters run from 41 to 44 inches, the shaft length for long putters can run from 48 to 52 inches. Since the shaft of the long putter is longer it lets the golfer take a more upright stance. A grip of a golfer using a long putter is almost always a split grip, with one hand holding the end of the club, then bare shaft, then the other hand lower on the shaft. For a right handed golfer his left hand is on the upper grip section, and the right hand is on the lower grip section. The top hand in this grip, the left hand for right handed individuals, can either be totally on the end of the shaft or the thumb of the left hand could rest on the butt end of the shaft to help further stabilize the shaft and club. The golfer's top hand and the butt end of the putter is then anchored against the golfer's sternum or chest, and that anchor serves as a fulcrum for a pendulum stroke, which the golfer initiates using his lower or right hand.
Understanding the Basics of Disc Golf Courses
Disc golf is a game that is growing in popularity across the country. Some consider it a cross between golf and basketball played with flat flying discs. The game can be played by two or more people. It can be a casual get-together with friends or more formal, like disc golf tournaments.
Courses
There are several different parts to the course. As of 2010, there were more than 3,000 official disc golf courses in the country. They range in size, length and difficulty, often featuring nine, 18 or 27 holes. Courses are often free and are located outdoors in parks and recreational areas. Most courses are available to public. There is no age or gender limit for players. The ability to move from hole to hole and throw disc golf discs toward targets are the necessary physical requirements of the game.
Components
There are basic components to the course; the basket, tee pad and tee sign. The most noticeable part of the course is the basket. It is tall, like a basketball hoop, but has metal chains and a wire basket surrounding it. These disc golf targets typically have a number tag on them. When players are in unfamiliar territory and cannot find the first or next hole, this is usually the best clue that a course not only exists, but at what point of the course it is. The tee pad is usually a cement pad built into the ground. Some courses offer rubber tee pads, and the least formal feature a patch of dirt. The players begin the hole drive from this location. Next to it is typically a tee sign. This usually informs the players of how long the holes are, and where the targets are located. Some have simple markings on a post, with arrows to the next hole, while others are more ornate and provide a place to mark down scores.
Rules
Disc golf courses offer a different par for each hole. This is the number of shots the player should take to complete the hole and put the disc into the basket. Points are scored for each stroke. The typical par for 18-hole disc golf courses is 54. The object of the game is to have the lowest score of all players in the group at the end of the game. Additional stroke penalties are given for putting discs into water hazards, throwing them out of bounds or losing them during the course of play. After the initial throw from the tee, each player throws from where his previous throw landed. Called a lie, players throw from this spot using discs of different sizes and weights to achieve different distances and effects.
Those new to the sport can find experienced players to help them learn, or simply grab a friend and some discs, read the rules, find a course and learn as they go.
Courses
There are several different parts to the course. As of 2010, there were more than 3,000 official disc golf courses in the country. They range in size, length and difficulty, often featuring nine, 18 or 27 holes. Courses are often free and are located outdoors in parks and recreational areas. Most courses are available to public. There is no age or gender limit for players. The ability to move from hole to hole and throw disc golf discs toward targets are the necessary physical requirements of the game.
Components
There are basic components to the course; the basket, tee pad and tee sign. The most noticeable part of the course is the basket. It is tall, like a basketball hoop, but has metal chains and a wire basket surrounding it. These disc golf targets typically have a number tag on them. When players are in unfamiliar territory and cannot find the first or next hole, this is usually the best clue that a course not only exists, but at what point of the course it is. The tee pad is usually a cement pad built into the ground. Some courses offer rubber tee pads, and the least formal feature a patch of dirt. The players begin the hole drive from this location. Next to it is typically a tee sign. This usually informs the players of how long the holes are, and where the targets are located. Some have simple markings on a post, with arrows to the next hole, while others are more ornate and provide a place to mark down scores.
Rules
Disc golf courses offer a different par for each hole. This is the number of shots the player should take to complete the hole and put the disc into the basket. Points are scored for each stroke. The typical par for 18-hole disc golf courses is 54. The object of the game is to have the lowest score of all players in the group at the end of the game. Additional stroke penalties are given for putting discs into water hazards, throwing them out of bounds or losing them during the course of play. After the initial throw from the tee, each player throws from where his previous throw landed. Called a lie, players throw from this spot using discs of different sizes and weights to achieve different distances and effects.
Those new to the sport can find experienced players to help them learn, or simply grab a friend and some discs, read the rules, find a course and learn as they go.
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