The Every18 Blog
Practical guides to playing, understanding, and finding golf courses — from reading a scorecard to speeding up your round. No booking agenda, just useful golf.
How to Read a Golf Scorecard
January 14, 2026 · 6 min read
Every column and row on a scorecard, explained — including the often-misunderstood handicap stroke index and why it matters on every hole.
Read →Understanding Golf Course Ratings and Slope
February 4, 2026 · 6 min read
Course rating, slope rating, and course handicap demystified — with worked examples showing why the same index plays differently from course to course.
Read →How to Find a Good Golf Course Near You
February 25, 2026 · 6 min read
A practical checklist for choosing where to play in an unfamiliar area — access type, price, pace, condition, and how to read a yardage book before you tee off.
Read →Golf Handicap Explained: How It Works and How to Get One
March 18, 2026 · 6 min read
A clear walkthrough of the World Handicap System — score differentials, the best 8 of 20, posting scores, and getting an official index through a club or GHIN.
Read →Best Public Golf Courses in Florida
April 8, 2026 · 7 min read
From the rugged dunes of Streamsong to the island green at Sawgrass, here are the Florida public courses worth a trip — and how to handle the heat.
Read →Best Public Golf Courses in California
April 29, 2026 · 7 min read
California offers everything from $40 ocean-view munis to the most famous public course on earth. Here are the ones worth planning a trip around.
Read →Walking vs. Riding: Which Is Better for Your Golf Game?
May 20, 2026 · 6 min read
Walking burns hundreds of calories and may lower your scores — but riding has its place. A balanced look at the tradeoffs, including push cart versus carry.
Read →How to Play Faster Golf: A Practical Guide
June 10, 2026 · 6 min read
Five-hour rounds are a real problem, and they are almost never caused by malice — just habits. Here is how to fix them without rushing your swing.
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