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In this episode of Swinging Through History the Podcast we discuss: the origins of Golf and History of Golf.

Segment 1:Origins of Golf

Hello everybody, in this episode I'm going to be talking about the origins of golf. Young people like myself think golf began only recently - with famous players like Tiger Woods, Phil Mickelson and Scottie sheffler. Where they may have heard their parents talk about great players from the past like Jack Nicklaus, Freddy couples or Lee Trevino Playing on courtships like Pebble Beach or Pinehurst. Golf began in the 1900s.Believe it or not, golf Trace has its roots back to the 15th century in scotland. There's enough historical evidence that a game was being played at the time in a large, open field using multiple clubs to hit a small, leather ball over long distances to a hole in the ground. In fact, St Andrews and Scotland is often referred to as the home of golf - where the game I've been playing since 1552. It was at the St Andrews Golf Links that the Royal ancient Golf Club Lucy Andrews or RNA was formed and where the 18-hole round hole was established.And 1744, The Honorable company of Edinburgh golfers wrote down the first rules of the game, known as the 13 articles. Over the next 100 years, those 13 rules were adopted by more than 30 clubs.

Segment 2: Golf History

The RNA delivered the first considered rules code in 1899.During the same period, the United States Golf Association was formed in New York city. The usgas rules converged significantly with those from the RNA. consolidating those two entities as the two main governing bodies of the game.The first open championship, also known as the British open, took place in 1860 at the price with Golf Club in Scotland. This marked the beginning of professional golf tournaments, attracting players from across the British isles.During this time, golf continued to evolve as new clubs, balls and players revolutionized the game. as the professional side of golf, so that it's influence. In the early to mid-20th century, golfing was popular amongst social releases, solidifying its place in society. One of the most iconic golf events, the Masters Tournament column was established in 1922 by Bobby Jones and Clifford roberts. The first Masters was held in 1934 at the Augusta National Golf Club in Augusta, Georgia. The Masters became one of the major championships in golf, alongside the British open, US open, and PGA Championship.Overtime, the game evolved into its modern form we know today, as soon as rules and equipment. Modern golf has witnessed worldwide expansion, advancements and course design and technology and equipment. The rise of televised events Global tours demonstrates golf set adaptability and enduring popularity. Today golf is enjoyed by all people of all skill levels and has become an integral part of the global Sports landscape, beloved and followed by millions of fans around the world.

Music Credits: July - John Patitucci

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