| The great sport of golf |
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| Written by Administrator |
| Thursday, 14 January 2010 21:11 |
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By Jeffrey Rabon Hugo High School Student Reporter “The people who gave us golf and called it a game are the same people who gave us bagpipes and called it music.” — “Silk Stockings” TV Show Yes, golf is a Scottish-born sport. Golf as we know it today originated on the eastern coast of Scotland in the kingdom of Fife during the 15th century. Players would hit a pebble around a natural course of sand dunes, rabbit runs and tracks using a stick or primitive club. While these games are stick and ball games; they are missing that vital ingredient that is unique to golf – the hole. Whatever the argument, there can be no dispute that Scotland gave birth to the game we know as golf today. Golf has been a quick growing sport for America. One of America’s most well known golfers, Tiger Woods, has won countless championships. Golf’s status and popularity quickly spread throughout the 16th century. The first commoner recorded as a golfer was Sir Robert Maule in 1527. The term “caddie” comes from French military helpers known as cadets. Mary Queen of Scots is known as the first female golfer. However, there weren’t any female golf teams until 1810. Today, golf is not the same. You don’t have to make your own clubs, you can simply buy a set right from your home on the Internet. The average set of clubs could cost you more than $200. A nice pair of golf shoes could cost more than $250. Local green fees can range from $15 to $22, and can change anywhere depending on the golf course. However, there’s a great bunch of local golfers who are willing to help young golfers find economical equipment and give tips on the game. At both Hugo golf courses, Rock Creek and Hugo Country Club, they have information that would be great for a beginning golfer. Golf is a great sport to play while relaxing or when you have a day off from school or the office. Hugo High School has a golf team coached by Mr. Jim Schutts. If you are interested, contact him or any coach and express your desire to play. Who knows, it could turn into a lifelong hobby. |
