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Commonly Used Golf Jargon

Golf is not easy but it is certainly enjoyable. As a very sociable sport, golf can be enjoyed to the max if you can familiarise yourself with some of the most commonly used jargon, including:

  1. Amelia Earhart

This is when a golfer is having trouble looking for a ball that was hit into the air.

  1. Christmas Present

When a golf ball is placed or positioned underneath or behind a tree, it is like a Christmas present!

  1. The Jaws

This jargon is used when the ball is heading straight for the hole but for some reason it doesn’t sink. Then you can say “It was right in the jaws!”

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  1. Juicy Lie

This term is used when the ball lands in the perfect spot, thus opening up an opportunity to take a nice shot! It is like a give-a-way shot.

  1. Jungle

When the golfer accidentally lands the ball in the deepest and coarsest area of the course, you call that a “jungle.” A jungle is harder than the lumberjack.

  1. The Kick

This jargon is used when the golfer or the opponent is hoping the ball will land nicely, so that when it is their turn to take the next shot it is perfectly positioned.

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  1. Kitty Litter

Also known as the “cat box,” this jargon is used to describe the dugout sand that can be found on the golf course.

  1. The Lumberjack

It is really upsetting when the ball lands among the trees and away from the fairway. When this happens, the golfer will try to escape the woods but in an attempt to escape the woods the ball continues to hit the trees. This is called “lumberjack.”

  1. The Mickey Mouse Course

This means that the golf course is not a high quality, maintained course. This golf course serves as a bad example among other golf courses.

  1. Milk the Grip

When golfers are concentrating but they cannot decide which hand to grip the swinging club, they will perform an action like “milking a cow,” wherein they continue to tighten or loosen their grip.

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  1. Sunblock

This is for golfers who spend most of their time in the bunkers.

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  1. Victory Lap

This refers to one of the best shots a golfer can experience. This shot is oddly satisfying, as the ball goes round and round on the rim before finally falling into the hole, thus a Victory Lap!

Golf Jargon is only used by golf enthusiasts. It is like a secret code and only those that are in the know will understand what is being said.

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Using Different Tennis Shot Techniques

tennis shot techniques A tennis player is capable of delivering different shots through the use of different strategies and techniques. Some of the common tennis shots include:

  • SERVICE

The shot that begins the game, serving can be done in 4 different ways: flat, kick, slice and top-spin serve. The server tosses the ball into the air and hits it with a fully stretched arm. If the ball touches the net, it is a violation. A service that is not hit by the opponent is called ace.

  • FOREHAND

The easiest stroke in the game of tennis, the player hits the ball by swinging the racket using their dominant side. There are three different grips used for a forehand shot: the Eastern, the Western and the Continental grip. The three differ in the angle between the palm and the racket’s face. The forehand stroke can be performed using either one or two hands.

  • BACKHAND

A shot achieved by swinging the racket using the player’s non-dominant side, this technique is harder to perfect. Arm and leg coordination is required and you will need a good estimation of the distance between the ball and racket in order to hit it perfectly. Regular practice can give you a big advantage when it comes to flexibility and pulse strength.

  • VOLLEY

A simple shot in the service line or near the net, this stroke is easy to learn. In a volley shot, the player blocks the ball before it bounces back to the court. During this shot, the body is at its most relaxed pace.

  • HALF VOLLEY

Unlike the volley technique, this shot needs to hit the ball immediately after it bounces within the vicinity of the net. It requires keen eyesight and perfect timing. It is usually attempted once you’re out of position with your opponent’s shot, making it more of a defensive stroke.

  • DROP

A drop shot is simply hitting the ball slightly over the net. It is a good attack method if your opponent is a suitable distance from the net. However, not all drop shots are successful. A good many of them end up as a fault or violation.

  • LOB

A lob shot is either used as a defence or as an offence weapon against the opponent. This technique usually changes the course of the game. For quality sports netting, contact SNC on 01308 488 939. You can also visit their website for more information.