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On its surface, golf might seem like a unique game: hit a ball with a club into a hole in as few strokes as possible. In reality, the challenge is dynamic thanks to ever-changing conditions and strategically designed courses featuring water, sand, trees, and rough. Golf requires mental focus, coordination, and patience. But any body type can excel and it’s a sport for life! Find golf leagues, tournaments, camps, and clinics.

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Newton’s First & Second Laws of Motion
June 2, 2023
USGA research engineer Jim Hubbell explains how Newton's Laws of Motion are demonstrated in every round of golf.
Golf Ball Dimples
Why Golf Balls Have Dimples
June 2, 2023
USGA engineer Steve Quintavalla explains why a golf ball is designed with tiny dimples, or impressions, on its surface.
Watering the Golf Green
Water Conservation
June 2, 2023
Maintaining a golf course requires the use of one of nature's most precious resources: water.
Downward Look at Driver on Ball
Torque & Moment of Inertia
June 2, 2023
Torque and moment of inertia are two key physics concepts to hit the ball straight.
Potential and Kinetic Energy
Potential & Kinetic Energy
June 2, 2023
LPGA golfer Paula Creamer's swing is analyzed to illustrate potential and kinetic energy.
Plaid Pants and Putting the Ball
Work, Energy & Power
June 2, 2023
Suzann Pettersen, a professional golfer on the LPGA tour, uses putting to help demonstrate the physics concepts of work, energy, and power.
Math of Golf Scoring
Math of Golf Scoring
June 2, 2023
Unlike most sports, in the game of golf the player with the lowest score wins, and negative numbers can indicate a well-played game.
Golf Swing Physics
Physics of the Golf Swing
June 2, 2023
The physics concepts of torque, centripetal force, and double pendulum effect help with powerful drives.
Pitching Wedge and Golf Ball
Friction & Spin
June 2, 2023
The brief collision between the club face and the ball produces friction, which unleashes spin.
Golfball on Tee
Evolution of the Golf Ball
June 2, 2023
Golf balls have gone through radical changes to improve spin, reduce drag, and help the ball travel farther.
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