Matt Stevens

Matt Callcott-Stevens started playing golf at the age of 4 when Rory Sabattini's father put a 7-iron and putter in his hand. He has experienced all the highs and lows the game can throw at you and has now settled down as a professional golf writer. He holds a Postgraduate in Sports Marketing and has played golf for 28 years. Current Handicap: 8

What You Need to Know About Chipping vs Pitching

What You Need to Know About Chipping vs Pitching

A good short game is vital to become a low handicap golfer.
This means you need to master the art of chipping, putting, bunker, and pitch…

How a Shotgun Start Works in Golf Tournaments

How a Shotgun Start Works in Golf Tournaments

When a round wraps up at 3:15 pm and the waiting game begins, frustration mounts as the clock ticks on. No one likes hanging around…

8 Experts Share Their Secrets on Making More Birdies

8 Experts Share Their Secrets on Making More Birdies

You know your way around the golf course and have improved your golf swing mechanics. Now your mission is to shave strokes off your handicap…

How Long Do Golf Gloves Last? (Plus Tips to Make Them Last)

How Long Do Golf Gloves Last? (Plus Tips to Make Them Last)

The internet will tell you that the average pair of golf gloves last (on average) around ten to twenty rounds. However, in my twenty-eight years…

Do Golf Balls Float? Answering This Age Old Question

Do Golf Balls Float? Answering This Age Old Question

Unfortunately, a standard golf ball does not float. If you ever hit a ball into a water hazard, you will see it resting at the…

10 Best Golf Polos for Comfort and Style on The Course

10 Best Golf Polos for Comfort and Style on The Course

The dress code for many golf courses requires a polo shirt to be worn.
My wardrobe has seen its fair share of golf clothing over the…