December 2011
COURSES

2012 Southland Golf Series
Sign up today to play 7 of the region’s dream courses.
Published Dec 2011INSTRUCTION

The practice-perfect swing
For greater consistency, hit the ball that isn’t there.
Published Dec 2011
Tom Pernice Jr.
Working out the details with the tour veteran.
Published Dec 2011
Getting it down cold
It does rain in Southern California, and it gets pretty cold, too. Here’s how to adjust your game to handle winter’s chill.
Published Dec 2011
Winter rules
Don’t let a little cold and dampness keep you off the course.
Published Dec 2011EQUIPMENT

A handicap is no disadvantage
Building and maintaining one is easy, and helps level the playing field.
Published Dec 2011
Wireless wonder
The latest SkyCaddie features Wi-Fi capability, among other on-course parlor tricks.
Published Dec 2011
TaylorMade introduces RocketBallz line for 2012
New clubs notable for increased ball speed, distance, says manufacturer.
Published Dec 2011PEOPLE

Lehman named Champions Tour Player of the Year
Veteran golfer wins award for third time.
Published Dec 2011
Lexi Thompson youngest golfer to win on both sides of the Atlantic
Published Dec 2011Luke Donald scores money title double
No. 1 player tops American and European lists
Published Dec 2011
Sifford, Alcott named to SCGA Hall of Fame
Sifford broke golf’s color barrier; Alcott won 29 times in 30 years on the LPGA Tour.
Published Dec 2011
Phil Mickelson
Inside the ropes or out, this San Diego native is one of the greats.
Published Dec 2011
Alan Shepard
A 400-yard shot with a 6-iron? It’s easy when you’re on the moon.
Published Dec 2011
Bing Crosby
His tournament for pro golf and Hollywood greats retains the spirit of the original Clambake.
Published Dec 2011
Scotty Cameron
The famed putter maker learned his craft while puttering around in an Orange County garage.
Published Dec 2011
John Anselmo, PGA
The longtime golf instructor who honed the swing of a young Tiger Woods wants all his students to feel at home on the range.
Published Dec 2011
The 2011 Southland Golf Hall of Fame
Our picks for 2011 are emblematic of the best traditions of the game.
Published Dec 2011Watney may make history with blown birdie
Published Dec 2011Jim Holtgrieve named Walker Cup captain for 2013
Published Dec 2011
57!!
Robert Twine plays an out-of-his-mind, out-of-this-world round.
Published Dec 2011
Drinking and driving with W.C. Fields
Golf informed the great comedian’s finest work, and got him evicted by swans.
Published Dec 2011TRAVEL

Getting knocked ‘Sideways’ on the Central Coast
Spectacular golf, rustic elegance and oceans of wine, all in the still-fresh footsteps of Miles and Jack.
Published Dec 2011
Must-play courses
From the desert to the sea, book your tee times now at these scenic golf destinations.
Published Dec 2011GOLFER'S GUIDE

You’re an honored guest at Par 4 Golf properties
You’re always in the center of the best action at Primm Valley, Badlands and Silverstone.
Published Dec 2011
A Tantilizing 20
Plenty of holiday cheer at these Inland Empire beauties.
Published Dec 2011
You’ve been good?
Then you deserve a nice, long look at this lineup of stellar gifts to celebrate the season, and your game.
Published Dec 2011The event experts
The tournament and event staffs at these top courses will make sure the details are handled with style and ease.
Published Dec 2011NEWS

What par-4 hole?
Long-drive champions pound out shots of more than 400 yards.
Published Dec 2011Win a walk inside the ropes with the pros!
Farmers Insurance Honorary Observer contest is underway!
Published Dec 2011Bradley, Steele win Franklin Templeton Shootout
The pair are the first PGA Tour rookies to win the tournament.
Published Dec 2011Tiger Roars at 2012 Chevron World Challenge
Published Dec 2011Inaugural Womens Cup matches at Mission Hills
Matches feature 16 female pro standouts from SCPGA and Women's SoCal Golf Council.
Published Dec 2011COLUMNS

The round
Playing the dream round of a lifetime at Pebble Beach, and ending up in the zone.
Published Dec 2011
Sneaking a 6 on the Saturn V
Smilin’ Al makes history with a pair of rock-hard range balls.
Published Dec 2011