Author Archives: Rivers Edge Golfcourse

Understanding The Form and Function Of Your Golf Shoes

Understanding The Form and Function Of Your Golf Shoes  You wouldn’t wear bowling shoes if you are going out jogging or hiking in the mountains. So why would you wear regular shoes on the golf course? Golf shoes are athletic footwear … Continue reading

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Local Golf Pro, Troy Eckberg, Official Scoreboard Calligrapher for Sony Open

Our Director of Golf Operations, Troy Eckberg, just returned to Central Oregon from the Sony Open held at Waialae Country Club on the island of Oahu. No, he wasn’t playing in the tourney … he was the official scoreboard calligrapher … Continue reading

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What Golf Ball Should I Use?

Every golfer knows the importance of clubs and technique, but many overlook one of the most vital pieces of equipment: the golf ball. At first glance, they all seem alike. But dig deeper, and you’ll find that each ball performs … Continue reading

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Perseverance Is Key To Maintaining Your Golf Fitness Routine

Golf fitness allows you to keep your body physically in shape to compete in the sport and to have the endurance to play through each course with strength and stability. Every fitness program should be tailored to exercise the body, … Continue reading

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Junior Golfers: At What Age To Teach Your Child The Game?

You love golf, and you have noticed that your children have an interest in the sport every time you pick up the golf bag. They ask about your game, how long you will be at the course, and if they … Continue reading

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Get Into The Swing Of Holiday Gift Giving: 5 Golf Gift Ideas

Not every person on your holiday wish list wants to have a crock pot, toaster, or reindeer sweater with the lighted nose as a gift. Also, you want to give them something that they will use for years and years. … Continue reading

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Golf Exercises To Help Your Swing

  Golfers, do you feel yourself lagging when trying to make your swing? Do you burn up your energy too quickly, or you feel like you can’t even get through 6 holes without heading back to the country club? Like … Continue reading

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5 Tips For A Phenomenal Golf Swing

It’s never too late to perfect your golf swing. Whether you are a new golfer or an experienced pro, you can constantly tweak how you swing the iron, stand at the tee and and grip the club so you can … Continue reading

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The Fall Season Is Still The Perfect Time For Golf

  As the cooler Fall weather arrives to the region, it is the time of year where people take out the golf clubs and rush off to make their favorite tee times. Fall is the perfect time of year to … Continue reading

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Great Deals On End Of Season Golf Merchandise

  Golfers all across the country are looking wistfully at the Fall sky and getting their last golf games in for the year before the cold and wintry weather arrives and ruins their tee times. It is time to place … Continue reading

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