Scott's Corner

Right-handed golfer playing a controlled shot in strong wind
August 1, 2026
Wind comes with the territory in New Zealand, especially here on the coast. Here's how I teach golfers to handle it: better club selection, a lower and more controlled ball flight, the right ball, and the patience to let a few holes go without forcing anything.
Golf shoes on a wet course in New Zealand
July 31, 2026
Some golf shoes are waterproof, some aren't, and even the ones that are won't stay that way forever. Here's what the warranty actually covers, the two things that wreck a good pair, and why I'd rather own two pairs than one.
Junior golfer hitting balls at the Golf 360 driving range in Mount Maunganui
July 31, 2026
One of the most common conversations I have in the shop. Here's how I'd actually approach getting a child started in golf, including what to buy first and what can wait.
Woman starting golf at a clear driving range beside a blue PGF Futura women's package golf set.
July 30, 2026
A PGA Professional's plain guide to starting golf as a woman in New Zealand. What equipment you actually need, what you can ignore for now, and where to begin.
A left handed golfer in a golf simulator about to hit a driver
July 30, 2026
A left-handed PGA Professional's honest guide to buying left-handed golf clubs in New Zealand. What's actually available, what needs ordering, and why fitting matters more when your options are limited.
A golfer rugged up in warm clothes on a frosty golf course
July 30, 2026
A PGA Professional's guide to dressing for winter golf in New Zealand. How to layer properly, what waterproof actually means, and the pieces worth spending on first.