Birdies with Brian (#03)

YOUR TEE BOX SHOULD NOT BE DETERMINED BY AGE AND GENDER BUT BY SKILL LEVEL!

Ever since COVID people are flocking to the golf courses more than they ever have. When just starting out, it is crucial to select the appropriate tee box for your game. A good example is skiing, you won’t see a beginner skier take on a double black diamond slope right off the bat. They will start with beginner friendly slopes and work their way up. The same concept should be used for golf. If you’re new to the game you should be starting from the most forward tees. Too often are these tees referred to as the “Women’s” tees or “Senior” tees. Tee boxes should be viewed as skill level instead of age and gender. The most forward tees can be considered the novice tees, while the furthest back tees can be considered the most advanced tee.

One of the things that makes Carolina Colours unique is that we have a sign on the first tee the will suggest which tee you should use based off your handicap and how far you hit the ball. Selecting the right tee will increase your enjoyment in the game. A survey was done by the PGA of America that stated 90% of all golfers were playing from the wrong set of tees.

Next time you’re out by the first tee check out our sign and select the correct tee box. I bet you will have lower scores and more enjoyment in the game!


Brian D. Joyner

Head Professional

Class A PGA Teaching Professional, Carolinas PGA Section
Atlantic Chapter

1(252)772-7022 ext 2