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SportsMonkie Golf Desk
The SportsMonkie Golf Desk covers golf terminology, scoring, records and the greatest players, keeping explainers accurate and easy to follow for players and fans.
Articles by SportsMonkie Golf Desk (7)
What Is a Bogey in Golf? Plus Double and Triple Bogeys
A bogey is a score of one stroke over par on a hole. Here is what bogey means, how it compares to par and birdie, and what double and triple bogeys are.
Golf Handicap Explained: How It Works and How to Get One
A golf handicap estimates your scoring ability so players of different levels can compete fairly. Here is how it is calculated, what it means, and how to get one.
Match Play vs Stroke Play in Golf
In stroke play you count every shot over the round; in match play you win holes, not strokes. Here's how the two formats differ, how scoring works, and where each is used.
Hottest Female Golfers Who Are Also Elite Competitors
Several LPGA and women's golf stars are celebrated both for their on-course achievements and their high public profiles. This article looks at the women who have combined competitive excellence with broad appeal.
Golfers With the Most Holes in One: Record Aces in Golf
Some golfers have recorded dozens of holes in one over their careers. This article covers the players widely known for accumulating the most aces in competitive and recreational golf.
Greatest Golfers of All Time: The Legends Who Defined the Sport
From Jack Nicklaus to Tiger Woods, the greatest golfers in history are judged on major championships, longevity, and lasting influence. Here is how the all-time greats compare.
What Does E Mean in Golf? Understanding Even Par Explained
In golf, E stands for Even par — meaning a player has completed their round or hole in exactly the number of strokes the course designers intended. Here is what that means in practice.