Question 1

What are the different types of golfers?

Accepted Answer

Every golf foursome has archetypes: The Excusemaker (it's never their fault), The Gear Junkie (new driver, same slice), The Range Rat (perfect on the range, lost on the course), The Sandbagger (mysteriously underestimates their ability), The Vibes Player (score is optional), and The Course Critic (rates everything). Most golfers are a blend of two or three types.

Question 2

How do I know if I'm a sandbagger in golf?

Accepted Answer

Classic sandbagger signs: you always shoot 8-10 strokes better than your stated handicap, you selectively post scores, you downplay your abilities before money games, and your playing partners have started a group chat about you. If nobody wants to bet you anymore, that's your answer.

Question 3

What is the most common type of recreational golfer?

Accepted Answer

Most weekend golfers fall into The Vibes Player category — they play for the experience, the outdoors, and the social aspect rather than obsessing over their score. The second most common is The Excusemaker, because golf gives you approximately 147 things to blame per round.

What Type of
Golfer Are You?

You shank one into the trees on the 3rd hole. What do you tell your playing partners?

What Type ofGolfer Are You?

You shank one into the trees on the 3rd hole. What do you tell your playing partners?

What Type of
Golfer Are You?