Trap: Generic term given to a bunker that contains sand. Also called a sand trap.
Triple Bogey: A score of three over par on a hole.
Trap
A sand bunker.
Triple bogey
A score of three over par on a hole.
Trap
Sand or grass hazard. Also called bunker, beach, dunes, and pit.
Smother ...
Trap: See Bunker.
Triple Bogey: Three over par on one hole. Not good.
Turn: To make your way to the back nine holes. Or the rotation of the upper body during the backswing and forward swing.
Trap: Sand or grass hazard. The proper name is "bunker."
Trouble Shot: Having to play a ball that is in deep rough, behind an object (such as a bush or tree) or from a bad lie.
sand trap-- Also known as a bunker, an area on a golf course filled with sand that is intended to catch and hold errant golf shots.
Sand Trap
A greenside sand filled bunker as opposed to a grass or waste bunker.
Sand Wedge
A lofted club designed especially for playing out of a bunker. The modern sand wedge was invented by Gene Sarazen.
Sand trap
Term used by some golfers to describe a bunker filled with sand.
Scratch golfer ...
Sand trap---another term used for "bunker", however, bunker is the official golf word.
Scramble---a team format where all players teeing off choose the best shot and then hit from there. This procedure continues until the ball is holed.
sand trap: As bunker; A hazard filled with sand.
scorecard: Card in which a player keeps note of score.
scratch: A zero handicap.
scratch player: A player with a zero handicap.
sand trap See "bunker".
sand wedge A high lofting iron used primarily for hitting balls out of sand traps.
sand trap The common name for a bunker .
sand wedge An iron with a heavy flange on the bottom that is used primarily to get out of sand traps.
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Sand Trap: A sand-filled depression on the golf course - also known as a bunker.
sand trap
A hollow in the ground, which occurs naturally or is designed into the course, and is filled with sand.
sand wedge ...
Sand Trap : Another commonly used term for a sand-filled depression in the ground. Example: His approach shot caught the sand trap in front of the green.
Sand Wedge : A lofted club with a flange specifically designed for use in the sand.
Flash Trap: A shallow and small sand bunker
Flat Lie Angle: Club lie angle that would be recommended for golfers whose hands or swing plane are closer to the ground.
Flash Trap - A shallow and small sand bunker.
Flight - In tournament play, the division of players with players of equal ability being placed in the same flight.
SAND TRAP - the common name for a sand hazard. These are areas that are filled with sand and should be avoided.
SAND WEDGE - an iron normally used to hit the ball out of the sand. It can also be used on short pitch shots.
Fixing The Trap
Right Hand Drill
Select a wedge or 9-iron and tee up a golf ball. Grip the club with your right hand only, and set the back of your left hand against your right elbow.
sand trap (also "trap, bunker, sand bunker") another commonly used term for a sand-filled bunker - a depression in the ground filled with a prepared surface of sand or similar ...
A bunker or sand trap is a hazard in the game of golf. It is a depression near the green or fairway that is filled with sand.
Tight Near Lip of Trap
If you need to get the ball up fast out of a trap, try starting the back swing by cocking your wrists upward followed by the normal back swing. The down swing is the same but you release the wrists (uncock them) before impact.
A small, deep sand trap that has steep sides.
Pour in Place Insert
Epoxy-based mixture used to replace broken or missing inserts in wooden wood. Requires a 24-hour curing time and may be any one of many colors.
Blast A shot that takes a large amount of sand with it when hitting out of a sand trap. An explosion shot. An aggressive shot. A powerful drive.
Many golfers make the sand trap shot more difficult than it has to be. This is because they were taught that the only way to come out of a trap is with an explosion shot, ...
To get the ball out of the trap on the first try. You must be certain to get the ball out of the trap on the first try. Sometimes that means aiming at a safe part of the green rather than at the pin. Play the percentage shot.
Years ago my friend and playing partner, Corey Pavin's caddy Eric, turned to me after making a sand shot and said, "You always make par out of the sand trap.
Bunker (also known as a "trap"): Prepared area of ground, from which turf or earth has been removed and replaced with sand, water, or tall grass.
Birdie: One stroke under the par for the hole.
Bogey: One stroke over the par for the hole.
As it does, it creates that wave of sand which lifts the ball out of the trap. So be sure that you get a sand wedge that has adequate bounce.
On the other hand, let's say the pup doesn't have this phenomenal happenstance and falls into the trap and pitfalls of other ways to "learn" the golf swing.
A hazard is any sand trap, bunker or water on the course that may cause difficulty.
head
The part of the club that makes contact with the ball. Usually made of wood, iron or some substitute material.
11) If your ball lands in the sand trap you may not touch the hazard with your hand or club and clear away excess sand.
12) If you hit your tee shot into the water you may hit again from the tee with a one stroke penalty ...
During the course of a round you could find yourself in a bunker or sand trap several times. So it is essential that you learn how to play a good sand shot.
Not only that, but learn how to deal with different sand shots for different situations.
It sometimes happens in golf that you find your ball in a sand trap behind a bunker with the green on the other side. It is a shot that can be played with accuracy and precision if the player gets the correct idea.
Golf Grips.com: Frequently Asked Questions; 2006
The Sand Trap.com: Little Things That Count; Jack Waddell; 2007
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It's very important that children don't fall into that trap also.
Once you have the children target-aware, you have them playing golf.
This Game is great Target Practice.
BUNKER - A depression in bare ground that is usually covered with sand. Also called a "sand trap". It is considered a hazard under the Rules of Golf.
BUNT - To hit an intentional short shot.
BURN - The Scottish term for a creek or stream.
Don't fall into the same trap and make your waggle work for, not against, you.
Also Known As: Bunker, beach, cat box, sand trap
Examples:
Are you in the bunker? Yes, I found the kitty litter.
shot A shot that takes large quantities of sand out of a sand trap
Extra hole
as with extra innings golfers play extra hole to break a tie ...
Buried (Lie) - When a ball is in the sand trap so deep that most of it is below the surface.
Bunker - A crater or hole in the ground filled with sand; derived from a Scottish word for a store place or receptacle. The American term is trap.
Bunker -A hazard, often a depression, and usually covered with sand (frequently referred to as a sand trap). Grass bordering or within a bunker is not considered part of the hazard.
The one time the club face does not strike the ball is when it is played out of a sand trap....
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The order of movement is to start the handle of the club moving first and then drag the club-head along the ground behind the handle and the ball will trap on the face of the club.
If you feel the urge to lift the ball with your swing, stop. Don’t scoop anymore. Instead, do just the opposite, and hit down and trap the ball to create the backspin that will make the ball naturally rise.
Trap - another expression given to a bunker.
Up - being ahead in a match
Waggle - movement of the clubhead prior to the swing.
Wedge - lofted club designed for pitch shots.
an area of the green that is safer also if that would make your shot look less perfect. Remember, a lot of greens are purposely designed in such a way that shooting directly towards the flag will drive you into trouble....don't fall into that trap ! ...
A bunker shot is played when the ball is in a bunker (sand trap). It resembles a pitch and is done with a wedge.
A chip is a low approach shot where the ball makes a shallow flight and then rolls out on the green.
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