Is Golf Getting Too Expensive for Weekend Golfers?

What’s ruining golf etiquette? 🤔Golf is changing, and so are the people playing it. But somewhere along the way, have we started forgetting some of the basic things that make golf enjoyable for everyone?In Episode 12 of The Weekend Golfer, we’re talking about the unwritten rules of golf and the etiquette every golfer should know.From slow play and music on the course to fixing ball marks, cart etiquette, beginners, and respecting the golfers around you—we're getting into the conversations that Weekend Golfers are actually having.And of course, we're asking the big question:What ONE golf habit would you eliminate forever?⛳ THIS EPISODE INCLUDES:🏌️ Weekend Golfer Course Review: Emerald Lake Golf Club — Charlotte, NC 💰 $70 Monday round ⭐ Course Conditions: 8/10 ⏱️ Pace of Play: 9/10 💵 Value: 8/10 🎯 Practice Facility: 7/10 😎 Fun Factor: 9/10 🏆 Overall Weekend Golfer Rating: 8.2/10🗣️ LET'S TALK ABOUT IT: What's ruining golf etiquette?🔥 WEEKEND GOLFER HOT TAKES: We put some of golf's biggest etiquette debates to the test.🍻 THE 19TH HOLE: If you could eliminate ONE bad golf habit from the game forever, what would it be?👇 DROP YOUR ANSWER IN THE COMMENTS!What do you think is the biggest etiquette problem in golf right now?And remember...Work all week. Golf all weekend. ⛳The Weekend Golfer — Where everyday golfers get their voice.#TheWeekendGolfer #GolfEtiquette #GolfPodcast #WeekendGolfer #GolfTalk #GolfCommunity #GolfLife #GolfCourseReview #GrowTheGame #GolfersSupport the show

What is it like to experience golf through a different perspective?In this special episode of The Weekend Golfer, we're welcoming our first-ever guest to have an honest conversation about the game we all love.We discuss the experiences, challenges, and opportunities that come with being Black golfers today, while also celebrating how the game continues to grow and become more inclusive.This episode isn't about division—it's about understanding, sharing stories, and giving everyday golfers a voice.We also introduce another Weekend Golfer Course Review, featuring Oak Hollow Golf Club in High Point, North Carolina.⛳ In this episode:🤝 Meet our first podcast guest🏌️ The Black golf experience🌍 How golf is changing🎥 The impact of golf content creators💬 "Let's Talk About It" community discussion⭐ Weekend Golfer Course Review: Oak Hollow Golf Club🎤 Voices of the Weekend Golfer🍻 The 19th Hole⛳ Weekend Golfer Course Review📍 Oak Hollow Golf Club⭐ Overall Rating: 8.4/10Course Conditions: 8/10Pace of Play: 8/10Value: 9/10Practice Facilities: 7.5/10Fun Factor: 9.5/10💬 Let's Talk About ItWhat's one thing golf could do to become more welcoming for everyone?Leave your thoughts in the comments. Let's have a respectful conversation and continue growing the game together.📲 Join the Weekend Golfer CommunityIf you enjoy conversations like this, make sure to:✅ Subscribe for new episodes every week👍 Like the video💬 Join the conversation in the comments📤 Share this episode with another golferFollow The Weekend Golfer on:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theweekendgolfer2/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@theweekendgolfer2🏌️ The Weekend GolferWhere Everyday Golfers Get Their Voice.Work all week. Golf all weekend. We'll see you on the first tee.Support the show

Are private golf clubs really worth the money, or is public golf still the best value for weekend golfers?In Episode 10 of The Weekend Golfer, we're breaking down one of the biggest debates in golf: private clubs vs. public courses. We compare the benefits of both, discuss who each experience is best for, and answer the question every weekend golfer asks—what gives you the most value for your money?We also introduce a brand-new recurring segment, Weekend Golfer Course Reviews, where I rate courses from the perspective of the everyday golfer.This week's review features Legends Oak Golf Course in Myrtle Beach, SC, where I share my honest thoughts on: ⛳ Course Conditions  ⏱️ Pace of Play  💰 Value for the Money  😄 Fun Factor  ⭐ Overall Weekend Golfer Rating Plus, we wrap things up with another Weekend Golfer Value Check and a question for you:If someone gave you a FREE one-year membership to any private golf club... would you take it, or would you rather have unlimited public golf?👇 Let me know your answer in the comments!Support the show

Have you ever watched a golf tip on YouTube, TikTok, or Instagram, headed straight to the range, tried it out... and somehow ended up playing worse?You're not alone.In this episode of The Weekend Golfer Podcast, we're talking about the golf advice that actually hurt our games and why weekend golfers may be suffering from information overload. From too many swing thoughts to constantly chasing the next "secret move," we're breaking down why keeping it simple might be the best advice of all.In This Episode: 🎯 Why too many swing thoughts can ruin your game 📱 The problem with endless golf tips on social media ⛳ Learning to trust your swing 🤦 Swing ConfessionWhether you're trying to break 100, break 90, or just enjoy the game more, this episode is for every golfer who's ever stood over the ball thinking about 17 different swing tips at once.👇 Join the conversation: What's a piece of golf advice that actually made you worse? Drop it in the comments!📲 Follow The Weekend GolferTikTok: @TheWeekendGolfer Instagram: @TheWeekendGolfer Facebook Group: Weekend Golfer Clubhouse YouTube: @TheWeekendGolferSupport the show

📝 YouTube Description:Are 5-hour rounds ruining golf for weekend golfers?In this episode of The Weekend Golfer, we talk about slow play, packed tee sheets, golf course pace, and why weekend golfers are getting frustrated with how long rounds are taking.Golf is supposed to be fun — but when a round turns into an all-day event, it changes the experience for everyday golfers.In this episode:⛳ Why slow play is becoming a bigger issue⛳ How it affects weekend golfers⛳ The real causes behind 5-hour rounds⛳ Ways golfers and courses can improve pace of play⛳ “Let’s Talk About It” segment👇 COMMENT BELOW:What’s the longest round of golf you’ve ever played?🎙️ The Weekend Golfer“Where everyday golfers get their voice.”#Golf #WeekendGolfer #GolfPodcast #SlowPlay #GolfLife #GolfTalk #WeekendGolfersSupport the show

Golf has changed… and not just on the course.Prices are up. Tee times are packed. And for weekend golfers, it’s starting to feel like you’re paying more — without always getting more in return.In this episode of The Weekend Golfer, we’re breaking down the current state of golf prices and asking the real question:👉 Is it still worth it?We talk about: Rising green fees and weekend pricing  Course conditions vs. cost  Pace of play and overall experience  Why this hits weekend golfers the hardest  How to still find value and enjoy the game Whether you play once a week or once a month, this is a conversation every golfer is having right now.🎙️ The Weekend Golfer — where everyday golfers get a voice.Support the show

You don’t need your best swing to have a good round.In this episode of The Weekend Golfer, we break down how to still score well even when you don’t have your best stuff.Because let’s be real — most weekend rounds aren’t perfect.We’re talking about: Keeping the ball in play off the tee  Staying patient when things aren’t clicking  Making smart decisions instead of chasing perfect shots  Avoiding the mistakes that turn a decent round into a bad one This isn’t about playing perfect golf. It’s about playing smart, controlled golf — the kind that actually lowers your score.If you’ve ever said, “I just didn’t have it today,” this episode is for you.🎙️ The Weekend Golfer — where everyday golfers get a voice.Support the show

Most weekend golfers try to get better at everything… when in reality, scoring comes down to just a few shots.In this episode of The Weekend Golfer, we break down the three shots that matter most if you want to lower your scores without overhauling your swing.We’re talking about:Keeping your tee shot in playApproaches inside 150 yardsSimple, reliable chip shots around the greenYou don’t need a tour-level swing. You don’t need to hit every club perfectly. You just need to manage what actually moves the scorecard.If you’re an everyday golfer balancing life, work, and weekend tee times — this episode is for you.🎙️ The Weekend Golfer — where everyday golfers get a voice.Support the show

You can hit balls perfectly on the range… and still struggle on the course.In Episode 4 of The Weekend Golfer Podcast, we talk about the lessons you don’t learn on the range — the things that only show up when you’re playing real golf.This episode covers:Why range sessions don’t translate to lower scoresDecision-making and course managementMental mistakes that cost weekend golfers strokesHow to play smarter when things aren’t going wellWhat actually helps you score better on the courseIf you’re a weekend golfer who practices when you can and plays when life allows, this episode is for you.🎙️ The Weekend Golfer Podcast Where everyday golfers get a voice.👍 Like, subscribe, and share with a fellow weekend golfer.Support the show

Welcome back to The Weekend Golfer — the podcast where everyday golfers get a voice. ⛳In this episode, we talk about why most weekend golfers struggle — and it’s not because they don’t care or don’t try hard enough. It’s because we overthink the game.If you play golf once a week (or less), you don’t need more swing tips — you need a simpler approach.In this episode, we cover:Why too many swing thoughts ruin roundsHow expectations should match your practice timeSimple habits that actually lower scoresWhy “boring golf” scores betterHow to enjoy golf more without chasing perfectionThis episode is for golfers who love the game but want to stop making it harder than it needs to be.Less thinking. Better decisions. More fun.🎙️ The Weekend Golfer — where everyday golfers get a voice.Support the show