Golf Scoring
What do you call it when you hit the ball into the hole in one stroke?
Hole in One / Ace
Which country is credited with inventing the modern game of golf
Scotland
How many holes are on a standard golf course?
18
What is a "gimme" in golf?
A very short putt that is conceded by an opponent in casual play
What is another name for the sand trap on a golf course?
Bunker
What do you call a score of 2 under par on a hole?
Eagle
What is the name of the famous old golf course in Scotland that's over 600 years old?
St. Andrews
The Masters Tournament is played at which famous golf course?
Augusta National Golf Club
How many clubs can you carry in your golf bag during a tournament?
14
What's the name of the area where you start each hole?
Tee Box
What is a score of 1 under par called?
Birdie
How many major championships are held each year: 2, 3, or 4?
4
Which major championship is played at Pebble Beach Golf Links?
The U.S. Open
What does PGA stand for
Professional Golfers' Association
What do you call the area where the ball finishes on each hole?
The Green
If a player hits their ball out of bounds, what penalty do they incur?
1 stroke penalty
Golf is played in the Olympics. True or False?
True
Which country is home to St. Andrews, one of golf's most famous courses?
Scotland
What is another name for all 4 Major Championships combined?
"Grand Slam"
What is a "scramble" format in golf?
Team format where all players hit, then the best shot is selected and all play from that spot
Explain the difference between stroke play and match play scoring.
Stroke play = total strokes for round; Match play = holes won vs. opponent
How many major championships has Tiger Woods won?
15
What is "Amen Corner" at Augusta National, and which three holes make it up?
Holes 11, 12, 13
What are the 4 Major Championships in golf?
1. The Masters Tournament
2. The U.S. Open
3. The Open Championship
4. The PGA Championship
What do you yell when your golf ball is headed toward someone?
fore!!!!