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Review -- The Phantom of the Open
Maurice Flitcroft was a shipyard crane operator from Barrow-in-Furness, when he caught the “golf bug” and the idea of competing in the Open.
World of Golf Staff
Jun 10, 20224 min read


Wisdom & Wellness – A Small Sampling from the Golf Gods
Golf has become recognized as one of the most beneficial recreational activities in promoting a healthy lifestyle.
Cara E. Kilagallen
Jun 7, 20222 min read


Review -- The Golfer's Wife
Janet Thompson sets out to write a nonfiction narrative that blends biography with her own autobiographical account of learning the game . .
Cara E. Kilagallen
Apr 4, 20224 min read


Golf — Memories and Mindfulness
Finding solace on the golf course is often a commonly shared experience by many. Cara Kilgallen shares her experiences.
Cara E. Kilagallen
Mar 23, 20223 min read

Courtesy on the Course — The Good, the Bad, and the Ugly
Cara shares her experience and tips on Golf Etiquette and its unwritten rules that benefit everyone when it comes to enjoying Golf.
Cara E. Kilagallen
Jan 12, 20224 min read


Comedy on the Course & Laughter on the Links
Our featured writer shares her thoughts on humour and its role in Golf, including how they go together -- hand in hand!
Cara E. Kilagallen
Dec 19, 20213 min read


Staying the Course: Mulligans, Marriage, & Motherhood
Golf becomes a metaphor for daily living as new mother Cara Kilgallen shares her experiences of life imitating golf.
Cara E. Kilagallen
Nov 8, 20213 min read


Golf Meets Literature
We are pleased to introduce Professor of English, Cara Killgallen who joins us as a regular feature writer.
D.T. Maida
Oct 5, 20212 min read

Mentally Tough and Mentally Strong.
Everyone has setbacks & challenges. In my opinion, this is what top athletes have to do – hold your ground if your swing or confidence waver
Liesbeth Pauwels
Aug 22, 20213 min read


Love Letter from the Philippines
More than 2 years of playing golf, have made a big difference in my life. The challenges and fun I found in golf is something fulfilling.
Janice M. Daef
Aug 15, 20215 min read


Playing Through Covid, Coming back from Covid, & the Grip of Golf
When the world shut down in March 2020 . . . I turned to my husband and asked, “Will the golf courses remain open?"
Cara E. Kilagallen
Jul 30, 20214 min read

Opinion - One Reader’s Love Affair with Golf
Since playing this sport, I’ve come to see firsthand the tremendous benefits golf has contributed to my well-being.
Jayson M.
May 9, 20213 min read

An Open Letter to club leaders, teaching professionals and policy makers.
The way (Bryson) DeChambeau won at th . . . explains it all. He's showing what's possible if you train and think like an athlete.
Liesbeth Pauwels
Mar 15, 20215 min read


Aronimink – The Unsung Hero of the KPMG Women’s PGA Championship
Perhaps the greatest testament to how Aronimink was both tough, but fair was demonstrated in the final round.
D.T. Maida
Oct 15, 20206 min read


AIG – Brooke Henderson Plotting a New Strategy
One of the criticisms of Henderson before was that she was playing too much; ... not taking advantage of a reduced schedule...(to prepare).
D.T. Maida
Aug 17, 20205 min read


Lydia Ko – Back In the Public Eye Again
"Your golf swing may come and go, but your family and friends, the people who care about you, will love you no matter what you shoot"
D.T. Maida
Aug 2, 20207 min read


The Tiger Slam — The Greatest Achievement in All of Sports?
Is the Tiger Slam of 2000-2001 the greatest individual accomplishment in a single season? We review the contenders and share our answer.
World of Golf Staff
May 31, 202011 min read


In Defence of Golf
Misinformed public policy discussion has a negative impact on golf as a recreational activity. We look at how golf is so much more.
D.T. Maida
May 5, 20203 min read


Welcome to the World of Golf
Do you enjoy golf? Are you interested in learning more? No sport can be played for life like golf and World of Golf has you covered - join
D.T. Maida
Mar 14, 20201 min read


Golf in 2020
Golf has many rich traditions that survive ... connecting golfers of today with its Scottish roots. But golf today has new challenges.
D.T. Maida
Mar 14, 20205 min read
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