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Golfing at “The Birthplace of Speed”
Daytona Beach, host of the world famous Daytona 500, Bike Week, and also known as “The Spring Break Capital of the World”, also has some beautiful world class golf courses. Blessed by warm Atlantic breezes, the Halifax River, and the Ponce Inlet, Volusia County also has some great golf courses and tournaments to enjoy.
The South Atlantic Women’s Amateur Championship, also known as the SALLY, dates back to 1926 and continues to field contestants from all over the world. The weeklong event held each in January at Oceanside Country Club in Ormond Beach is one of the oldest surviving amateur golf classics in the country.
Port Orange Community Trust (POCT) will hold its 6th Annual Charity Golf Tournament at Sugar Mill Country Club in September. The Ormond Beach Lions Club Foundation will be having their 24th Annual Tournament in early November at the Halifax Plantation Golf Club. This will be followed by the LPGA Thanksgiving Premier held at LPGA International.
December will feature the 65th Annual Riviera Open at the Riviera Country Club in Holly Hill, along with the 61st Annual Indian River Open at New Smyrna Beach Golf Club.
Inside this guide there’s some articles by top golf pros on how to warm up, drive, chip, putt and maybe win a round with your friends every once in a while. Once you’re done with your round, don’t forget to drop by the 19th Hole for some cold refreshing cocktails, and catch a thrilling race on the big screen! Enjoy!
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DATE
2025 PGA TOUR SCHEDULE
TOURNAMENT
January 2-5 The Sentry
January 9-12 Sony Open in Hawaii
January 16-19 The American Express
January 22-25 Farmers Insurance Open
January 30 February 2
AT&T Pebble beach Pro-Am
February 6-9 WM Phoenix Open
February 13-16 The Genesis
February 20-23
February 27 March 2
March 6-9
March 6-9
Mexico Open at VidantaWorld
Cognizant Classic in The Palm Beaches
Arnold Palmer Invitational presented by Mastercard
Puerto Rico Open
March 13-16 The Players Chamionship
March 20-23
April 3-6
April 10-13
Texas Children’s Houston Open
Valero Texas Open
Masters Tournament
VENUE
Platation Course at Kapalua Kapalua, Maui, Hawaii
Waialae Country Club Honolulu, Hawaii
Pete Dye Stadium Course La Quinta, California
Torrey Pines Golf Course San Diego, California
Pebble Beach Golf Links Pebble Beach, California
TPC Scottsdale Scotsdale, Arizona
The Riviera Country Club Pacific Palisades, California
VidantaWorld Vallarta, Mexico
PGA National Resort Palm Beach Gardens, Florida
Arnold Palmer’s Bay Hill Club & Lodge Orlando, Florida
Grand Reserve Golf Club Rio Grande, Puerto Rico
TPC Sawgrass Ponte Vedra Beach, Florida
Memorial Park Golf Course Houston, Texas
TPC San Antonio San Antonio, Texas
Augusta National Golf Club Augusta, Georgia
DATE
2025 PGA TOUR SCHEDULE
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TOURNAMENT
April 17-20 RBC Heritage
April 17-20
April 24-27
May 1-4
May 8-11
May 8-11
Corales Puntacana Chamionship
Zurich Classic of New Orleans
The CJ Cup Byron Nelson
Truist Championship
Myrtle Beach Classic
May 15-18 PGA Championship
May 22-25
Charles Scwab Challegne
May 29 June 1 The Memorial Tournament presented by Workday
June 5-8 RBC Canadian Open
June 12-15 US Open
June 19-22
Travelers Championship
June 26-29 Rocket Mortgage Classic
July 3-6
John Deere Classic
July 10-13
Genesis Scottish Open
VENUE
Harbour Town Golf Links Hilton Head, South Carolina
Puntacana Resort & Club Punta Cana, Dominican Republic
TPC Louisiana Avondale, Louisiana
TCP Craig Ranch McKinney, Texas
The Philadelphia Cricket Club Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Dunes Golf & Beach Club
Myrtle Beach, South Carolina
Quail Hollow Club Charlotte, North Carolina
Colonial Country Club Fort Worth, Texas
Muirfield Village Golf Club Dublin, Ohio
TPC Toronto at Osprey Valley Caledon, Ontario, Canada
Oakmont Country Club Oakmont, Pennsylvania
TPC River Highlands Cromwell, Connecticut
Detroit Golf Club Detroit, Michigan
TPC Deer Run Silvis, Illinois
The Renaissance Club North Berwick, SCO
2024-25
August 29September 1 FM Global Lesson Zone TPC Boston Norton, Massachusetts
September 12-15
October 13-15
November 4
November 21-24
Solheim Cup Lesson Zone Robert Trent Jones Golf Club
Southeast
CME Lesson Zone Tiburon Golf Club
December 8-10 Team Championship Wigwam Golf Club Litchfield, Arizona
December 13-15
January 20-23
Grant Thorton Lesson Zone Tiburon Golf Club Naples, Florida
PGA Merchadise Show Seminars Orange County Convention Center Orlando, Florida
Two-minute stretch
Two-minute stretch
TIPS TO LOOSEN YOU UP BEFORE YOUR GAME
Warm up by parking your car at the far end of the parking lot and walking briskly to the club house, this should be easy if you are like me, and are running late for your tee off time. Employ the two minute stretch theory, making sure you stretch out before hitting your drive off the first tee. You can stretch out in the background while your fellow players are teeing off the first hole. Make sure you continue to stretch throughout the game, by stretching out between holes. This works well when you are backed up on a slow hole, waiting for the previous foursome to finish up ahead. It also keeps your muscles warmed up while you are waiting. Make sure you keep yourself active and fit by getting involved in walking, swimming, bike riding or some other aerobic activities as this will give you stamina to hold up through all 18 holes without losing your edge. The following are some quick stretches to be done on the golf course, allowing you to play at your best while preventing those unpleasant muscle pulls, keeping you in play the rest of the golfing season.
HOLD GOLF STRETCHES FOR 10 SECONDS
Golf Driving Tips
Tip 1: Learn To Use Leverage
It is not necessary to have big muscles in order to drive the ball a long distance. In fact if you check even the PGA Tour you will see many thin players that hit the ball very far. The reason for this is that they have learned to use leverage. The angle that is created between the club and your left hand is what you need to look at.
The idea is to hold this angle as long as possible, however trying to force yourself to hold this angle seldom works and results in a poor golf swing. A more automatic way to hold this angle as long as possible is to think of the golf club as a whip and feel yourself whipping the club as you swing.
Tip 2: Swing Within Your Limits
If you really want to hit the ball far you are better off focusing on swinging freely and under control. If you are always losing balance then this is a sign that maybe you are trying too hard so you need to back off a little.
By swinging the club comfortably you will also increase the chances of making good contact and launching the ball with the right kind of spin and trajectory which will help you much more when it comes to hitting it far and straight. Focus on accuracy and you will find that in time the distance will naturally follow.
Tip 3: Trust Your Swing On The Golf Course
It is important to not think about swing mechanics when you are on the golf course and instead you need to focus on your targets and keep your target in mind as you swing the club. You must trust your swing otherwise you will never develop real consistency in your golf game. Even if you hit your last drive out of bounds or in the lake you must believe that the next drive will go straight and far right down the middle of the fairway. Trusting your swing will allow you make better golf swings which means you will strike the ball more solidly and launch your drives with the right kind of spin and trajectory. Almost anyone can drive the ball far as long as they focus on accuracy and staying within their limits.
DRIVING
Golf tips
The only shot in golf that you may tee up. Let’s take advantage of that! If you approach it correctly it can be your greatest asset.
THE SET UP is most important when driving. Be sure to:
1) Keep your feet shoulder width apart.
2) Play the ball off the inside of your front heel.
3) It is important to feel a little spine tilt away from the ball.
4) Grip pressure should be light but in control of the club.
THE STROKE should feel wide and stretched out and away from you. You want to maximize your coil and this will maximize your distance.
TEE UP THE BALL so that the top of the club head goes through the center of the golf ball.
MENTAL APPROACH: The swing should feel as if it is going up and through the golf ball. Like you are sweeping it off the tee. It is important to visualize where you want the ball to end up.
FAIRWAY BUNKER SHOT
Fairway bunkers are one of the toughest hazards on the golf course. The most important factor is when trying to “escape” not to leave it in. But there is hope! Try these techniques and escape with ease.
THE SET UP is critical for a fairway bunker shot. Be sure to:
1) Select a club that can clear the lip of the bunker.
2) Keep 40% of weight on your leading leg and 60% on the back foot.
3) Position the ball off your front foot.
4) Let your arms hang naturally at your shoulders.
5) Bow your knees in to reduce any lower body movement.
THE SWING is the same for a normal shot from the fairway. If the setup is done properly the stroke will feel upper body dominant.
MENTAL APPROACH: Think about trying to pick the ball off the sand and taking as little sand as possible. Ian Woodsman in a telecast once said, “Wood in trap, wood in head,” after a tour player attempted to hit a fairway wood from a bunker and having it hit the lip of the bunker and roll back in.
See your local PGA Professional to improve your bunker shot today!
Try these techniques and your driving will improve ... Guaranteed!
MASTERING yourGAME with Brooks Rehabilitation
Golf is more than just a game; it’s a lifestyle. However, the physical demands of the sport can often lead to injuries, whether you are a pro or an amateur. To help you understand how to get back on the green, we’ve compiled some of the most common golf injuries and effective ways to treat them.
COMMON GOLF INJURIES AND THEIR CAUSES
Golf injuries can vary in severity and type, but some of the most common include lower back pain, tendonitis, and elbow injuries, particularly golfer’s elbow. Lower back pain often arises from the repetitive twisting motions involved in swinging, which can strain the muscles and ligaments. Tendonitis, especially in the shoulders and elbows, can develop due to overuse or improper mechanics during the swing, leading to inflammation and discomfort. Golfer’s elbow, a form of tendinitis, is characterized by pain on the inside of the elbow, typically caused by the repetitive motions associated with gripping and swinging the club.
Understanding these injuries and their causes is crucial for prevention and rehabilitation. Factors such as poor swing mechanics, inadequate warm-up routines and lack of conditioning can increase the risk of injury. Recognizing personal limitations and implementing proper techniques can help mitigate these risks, ensuring that golfers enjoy the sport safely.
EVALUATING AND TREATING GOLF INJURIES
Our clinical specialists are equipped to treat athletes and recreational players through comprehensive plans of care. From evaluating and identifying injuries to building tailored goals and maintaining open communication, our team ensures athletes return to their sport smoothly and quickly.
The evaluation process for golf injuries begins with a comprehensive assessment conducted by a therapist. This involves reviewing the medical history, understanding the specific injury, and performing a physical examination to assess mobility, strength, and functionality. By gathering this information, the therapist can develop a clear picture of the treatment needs and create an effective rehabilitation plan tailored to the individual.
SUSPECT AN INJURY? HERE’S HOW TO GET HELP
If you think you might have an injury, don’t wait. Call our Patient Access Center at (386) 854-4355 or visit us at BrooksRehab.org to fill out our Become a Patient form. You do not always need a referral from your primary care physician due to the Direct Access law in Florida.
Remember, your recovery and performance depend on timely and specialized care. Don’t delay—take the first step towards a pain-free, powerful swing with Brooks Rehabilitation.
Golf Equipment Tips for Women
It may be easier to use one putter rather than two or more. By practicing with one putter you allow yourself to become more familiar with the characteristics of that one rather than trying to remember all the qualities of each putter. Practice often with your favorite putter.
To get the most from your golf equipment, it’s best to utilize equipment that is best fitted for your body and swing. With the incorporation of an optimized club and shaft, you could
increase your driving distance by about 15 yards without changing your swing.
If your normal score ranges in the low 80s to 70s a more traditional player’s club (or muscle-back club) will work best for you. Cavity-backed clubs have the weight of the club focused in the back around the edges. This helps keep distance in the event you miss the face center when taking your shot.
