Golf





1.  Study the USGA Rules of Golf now in use.

     [a]  Tell about the three categories of golf etiquette.

     [b]  Show that you know about the definitions of golf

           terms.

     [c]  Tell about your understanding of the Golf Rules in

           brief.

     [d]  Show that you understand the "Rules of Amateur Status."



2.  Tell about your understanding of the USGA system of handi-

     capping.  Show that you have established your handicap

     under this system.



3.  Do the following:

     [a]  Tell about the early history of golf.

     [b]  Describe its early years in the United States.

     [c]  Tell about the accomplishments of a top golfer of your

           choice from each of the following periods:

          [1]  Before 1900

          [2]  1900 to 1940

          [3]  1940 to present



4.  Talk over the following:

     [a]  Six vocational opportunities of golf

     [b]  Advantages of the amateur golfer



5.  Tell how a good exercise plan can help you play better.  Show

     two exercises that would improve your game.



6.  Show the following:

     [a]  The proper grip, stance, pivot, and parts of a good swing.

     [b]  The full wood shot, played from a tee.

     [c]  The fairway wood shot.

     [d]  The long iron shot.

     [e]  The short iron shot.

     [f]  The approach, chip, pitch, and pitch-and-run shots.

     [g]  The sand iron shot, bunker, or heavy rough recovery shots.

     [h]  A sound putting stroke.



7.  Play a competitive round of golf with another golfer about your

     age and your counselor, or an adult he has approved: OR enter

     and participate in a competitive golf event.  In either case:

      [a]  Follow the Rules of Golf.

      [b]  Use an approved handicap.

      [c]  Practice good golf etiquette.

      [d]  Show respect to fellow golfers, committee, sponsor, and

           gallery.