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Tee box


The area where players hit the ball from at the start of a hole.
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Yips


A condition that causes involuntary wrist spasms when a golfer is attempting to putt. It is generally believed to be a psychological affliction.
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wood


A type of club that propels the ball with a lower trajectory and longer distance than an iron. There are multiple types of this club, including a driver.
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stroke play


A form of competition based on score amassed from the number of strokes played in a given round or multiple rounds. The Olympics are played in a stroke play format.
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Stance


The position of a player's feet before striking the ball.
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Slice


A shot that curves from left to right unintentionally.
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sand wedge


This club is a a lofted iron used to hit the ball out of bunkers.
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putter


Generally used on the green, this club is utilized to putt the ball into the hole. It features a flat-faced mallet-esque head.
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pitching wedge


This club has a face angle of more than 50 degrees and is used for short, arcing shots.
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Par


The score a player is expected to earn on a given hole.
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