History
To detail the history of our great game on a webpage could not possibly do
it justice. People much more learned than me have written books on the subject.If
you're looking for a good book to read I would recommend Golf in the making by David Stirk
and Ian Henderson.
What I can pass on to you is a philosophy of the game. This came from the renowned
clubmakers Forgan of St Andrews on a card they displayed in their shop in the 1950's. It
is as true today as when it was written.
It reads-
"Golf is a science, the study of a lifetime in which you may exhaust yourself but
never your subject.
It is a contest, a duel, or a melee calling for courage,skill,strategy and self
control. It is a test of temper, a revealer of character. It affords a chance to play the
man and act the gentleman.
It means going into God's out-of-doors, getting close to nature, fresh air, exercise,
the sweeping away of mental cobwebs, genuine recreation of tired tissues. It is a cure for
care an antidote to worry. It includes companionship with friends,social intercourse,
opportunity for courtesy,kindliness and generosity to an opponent.It promotes not only
physical health but moral force."
Great words savour them and share them with your golfing friends. |
