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Swing away on National Golf Day! Tee up with friends and family, enjoy the great outdoors, and have a hole-in-one kind of day!
Celebrate National Golf Day on May 10 with friends and family, or even just by yourself! This day has been around since the 1950s as a way to recognize golfers from all over the world. It's an opportunity for everyone to come together, grab their clubs and hit the links. Fun fact - did you know that ancient Egyptians used sticks carved from wood to play a similar game? No matter if it's your first time playing or if you're an avid golfer, National Golf Day is about enjoying the sport we love so much.
<div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1457</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Earliest Records of Golf</div><div class='timeline-text'>The earliest written records of golf come from Scotland, banned at the time by King James II as it interfered with archery practice.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1744</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>First Golf Rulebook</div><div class='timeline-text'>The Honourable Company of Edinburgh Golfers draw up the first known rules of golf to hold a tournament at Leith Links.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1860</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Inaugural Open Championship</div><div class='timeline-text'>The first Open Championship, also known as the British Open, takes place in Scotland at Prestwick Golf Club.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1916</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Formation of PGA</div><div class='timeline-text'>The Professional Golfers' Association of America (PGA) is established, progressing the professional golf scene.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1950s</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Origin of National Golf Day</div><div class='timeline-text'>National Golf Day finds its roots in the 1950s as a way to celebrate the game and its players worldwide.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2005</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>We Are Golf Coalition</div><div class='timeline-text'>The golf industry forms the 'We Are Golf' coalition to represent industry interests on National Golf Day.</div></div></div>
<div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>1</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Go to the driving range</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Take your golf club and balls to the driving range and practice your swing. Enjoy the great outdoors while you hit ball after ball.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>2</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Play a round of golf</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Gather up your friends, family or colleagues and play a round of golf on National Golf Day. The golf course will be in prime condition so make sure you can take advantage.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>3</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Watch a professional tournament</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Tune into a professional golf tournament to watch the best players in the world compete. This is a great way to learn new strategies and techniques that professionals use.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>4</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Learn a new game</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Golf isn't just about hitting 18 holes - there are lots of fun variations such as skins, alternate stroke, match play, and team play. Learn something new this National Golf Day.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>5</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Host a mini golf tournament</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Set up a mini golf course at home or in the office and challenge each other to see who can putt their way to victory! Have some prizes ready for whoever comes out on top.</p></div></div>
<div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>A</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>Golf is a challenging and rewarding sport</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Golf is a great game for anyone looking for an exciting and active way to spend time outdoors. The challenge of hitting the perfect shot can be incredibly rewarding, no matter your skill level or experience. It's also a perfect way to beat boredom on a sunny day!</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>B</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>Golf encourages social interaction</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Golf is often played in groups - meaning it's the perfect opportunity to catch up with friends, family, or colleagues. You can swap stories and jokes while you play, and enjoy some physical activity too! Plus, golf courses usually come with amazing scenery that make for great conversation starters.</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>C</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>Golf allows you to learn new skills</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>In golf, there are always opportunities to learn and grow as a player. Whether it's improving your swing, understanding different shots, or learning how to putt correctly - become a better golfer by challenging yourself each time you hit the course.</p></div></div>
National Golf Day is celebrated on May 10 every year. In 2024, National Golf Day will occur on a Friday.
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