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LOL hey guys im a newbie to the whole golf scene

I'm pretty much on here just askin for any type of tip or any advice any of you have for me, I am willing to accept it.

I been an athlete my whole life playing baseball and football up until the college level, so I am definitly coordination is not a problem

I have never actually golfed before though on a real course....I been par 3 before and to driving ranges occassionally.

any tips, and also any advice on what type of clubs to get because i have no golf equipment at all right now

do i need a full set or whats the deal?


thanks for any advice u guys give
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LOL hey guys im a newbie to the whole golf scene

Talk to a pro, get a lesson, and get properly fit for clubs. There's no sense using a baseball bat or glove that is meant for someone of a totally different build, and golf equipment is the same. You don't need a full set. Irons tend to come in full sets for adults, but if you can get a half-set, and are happy with it, there's no problem with it. Get the irons and a putter. Play the par-3s courses a bit. Savor the experience. Move up to executive courses. Get a driver, a hybrid, and some friends and play a regulation course. Dazzle them with your fantastic short game built up from these. In short, get the right equipment and go have fun. That's good advice for most any sport.

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